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Marco Rubio: America is the first power in history motivated by a desire to expand freedom rather than its own territory.

On the recordMarch 9, 2025
America is the first power in history motivated by a desire to expand freedom rather than its own territory.
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Marco Rubio
Republican · Florida
Source
msnbc.com

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Rubio emphasizes America's unique motivation for expansion compared to historical powers.

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