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Chris Coons: I do not think, though, that the evidence supports the thesis that American sanctions have hurt Zimbabwe's economy.

On the recordFebruary 6, 2012
I do not think, though, that the evidence supports the thesis that American sanctions have hurt Zimbabwe's economy.
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

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Coons argues that sanctions have not negatively impacted Zimbabwe's economy.

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