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Richard Shelby: Iran has the dubious distinction of being the most active state sponsor of terrorism for 10 years running.

On the recordOctober 5, 2009
Iran has the dubious distinction of being the most active state sponsor of terrorism for 10 years running.
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Richard Shelby
Republican · Alabama

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Senator Shelby highlights Iran's role in global terrorism.

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