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Linda Thomas-Greenfield: basic humanitarian assistance should never be held hostage to political disagreements.

On the recordAugust 16, 2023
basic humanitarian assistance should never be held hostage to political disagreements.
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Linda Thomas-Greenfield
Democratic · District of Columbia

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of humanitarian aid despite political issues.

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