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Connie Mack: I think the OAS stands in the way of democracy, and that we ought to be strengthening our relationships with our friends…

On the recordApril 24, 2012
I think the OAS stands in the way of democracy, and that we ought to be strengthening our relationships with our friends and allies instead of turning it over to the OAS.
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Connie Mack
Florida

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Mack criticizes the OAS for hindering democracy and advocates for stronger ties with allies.

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