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Leon Panetta: Critics claim we would surrender U.S. sovereignty under this treaty, but in fact, it is exactly the opposite.

On the recordMay 22, 2012
Critics claim we would surrender U.S. sovereignty under this treaty, but in fact, it is exactly the opposite.
Said by
Leon Panetta
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Panetta counters sovereignty concerns regarding the treaty, asserting it would enhance U.S. rights.

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