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Chris Coons: There are some people who believe we have to choose between defending our interests and affirming our values. They pose…

On the recordMay 8, 2017
There are some people who believe we have to choose between defending our interests and affirming our values. They pose a false and dangerous dichotomy since our interests and values are mutually reinforcing.
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

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Coons argues that U.S. interests and values should not be seen as opposing forces.

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