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Chris Coons: But then I also believe sometimes they have a perverse effect.

On the recordJanuary 11, 2022
But then I also believe sometimes they have a perverse effect.
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

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Coons warns that sanctions can sometimes backfire.

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