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Jared Huffman: I believe those arguments cannot at the end of the day ignore the facts. Sharks continue to be finned...

On the recordApril 16, 2018
I believe those arguments cannot at the end of the day ignore the facts. Sharks continue to be finned...
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Jared Huffman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Huffman emphasizes the ongoing issue of shark finning despite existing laws.

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