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Ileana Ros-Lehtinen

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Ileana Ros-Lehtinen is a former U.S. Representative who served Florida's 18th congressional district from 1989 to 2019. A member of the Republican Party, she was the first Hispanic woman elected to the U.S. Congress. Throughout her tenure, Ros-Lehtinen was known for her strong advocacy on issues related to Cuba, human rights, and foreign policy. She played a significant role in promoting legislation aimed at supporting democracy and human rights in Cuba, often speaking out against the Castro regime.

Jul 17, 2013

Madam Speaker, the case for ObamaCare repeal was given a big boost by the administration's decision to delay the controversial employer mandate for another year. This House will vote we hope this week to support that much-needed action, as…

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Jul 16, 2013

Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of a marine who desperately needs our help. Corporal Armando Torres was kidnapped in Mexico more than 2 months ago. Minimal attention here in the U.S. and in Mexico has allowed Armando's kidnappers to think…

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Jul 9, 2013

The threat of radical Islamists as we all know is not a new phenomenon, and we know that the problem is not just localized in one country.

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Jul 9, 2013

When the Committee of the Whole rose earlier today, the amendment offered by the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Broun) had been disposed of and the bill had been read through page 22, line 9. Amendment Offered by Mr. Swalwell of California

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Jun 26, 2013

I commend my good friend, Mr. Smith, for his unending support for human rights across the globe.

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Jun 26, 2013

As a longstanding ally of the United States, we believe the Republic of Korea deserves fair treatment.

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Jun 26, 2013

I am not supportive of this higher quota, Mr. Chairman, because it is insensitive to other countries.

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Jun 26, 2013

Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen and I have introduced the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Accountability Act of 2013.

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Jun 26, 2013

I commend the administration for not agreeing to advance consent rights for plutonium reprocessing of fuel of U.S. origin.

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Jun 26, 2013

One of the most important provisions of his bill would condition aid to Vietnam unless it meets certain specific requirements to improve its respect for human rights.

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Jun 26, 2013

The United States is the world's leading expert when it comes to living up to these two ideals, yet, too often we find ourselves sending money to governments that deny their citizens even the most basic human rights without leveraging that…

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