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On the recordDecember 11, 2013
While most of the world is focused on the nuclear deal with Iran, today provides a timely opportunity to remind the people of Iran that we stand with them in their quest for dignity and for freedom.
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Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
Republican · Florida

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Emphasizing support for human rights in Iran amidst nuclear negotiations.

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