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On the recordMay 9, 2016
I think we have to work with governments to fight terrorism, but we also have to continue to work with these governments to address human rights deficiencies in their countries.
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Linda Thomas-Greenfield
Democratic · District of Columbia

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Thomas-Greenfield emphasizes balancing counter-terrorism with human rights advocacy.

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