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On the recordJune 12, 2017
The concern is basically is that we cannot allow geopolitical pressures from China to influence our ability to broadcast the truth, particularly in that language in Mandarin.
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Marco Rubio
Republican · Florida

Editor's note · Context

Rubio emphasizes the need for unbiased broadcasting against Chinese influence.

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