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Chris Coons: The only reason Iran is at the negotiating table with us today, and the only reason we have any chance at ending their…

On the recordMarch 26, 2014
The only reason Iran is at the negotiating table with us today, and the only reason we have any chance at ending their illicit nuclear program through peaceful means, is because of the vigorous and thorough enforcement of very tough sanctions enacted by Congress, enforced by the administration.
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

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Coons emphasizes the importance of sanctions in negotiations with Iran.

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