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Marco Rubio: “It is in the national interest to prevent overfishing while producing an optimal yield.”

On the recordFebruary 22, 2016
It is in the national interest to prevent overfishing while producing an optimal yield.
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Marco Rubio
Republican · Florida

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of sustainable fishing practices for national interest.

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