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On the recordSeptember 14, 2001
I must say that the United States Congress must express its firm opposition and strong condemnation of those in our country who advocate hatred, bigotry and racism against our fellow Americans whose cultural roots are from the Middle East, from South Asia, and especially our fellow American citizens who are members of the Muslim faith.
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Eni Faleomavaega
American Samoa

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Addressing the need for Congress to condemn hatred and bigotry following a recent tragedy.

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