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On the recordJanuary 17, 2017
Easing punitive measures on the Russian government when they haven't changed their behavior will only embolden Russia.
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

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Coons argues against easing sanctions on Russia, warning it would encourage further aggression.

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