On the recordJanuary 2, 2018
It is critical that USAID maintain its vital support for democratic civil society and human rights defenders.
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congress.govIt is critical that USAID maintain its vital support for democratic civil society and human rights defenders.
Emphasizes the importance of USAID support for democracy and human rights in Latin America.
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