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Wasserman Schultz: “I strongly support H. Res. 851 and my amendment in the nature of a substitute highlights the continuing imprisonment of…”

On the recordSeptember 14, 2016
I strongly support H. Res. 851 and my amendment in the nature of a substitute highlights the continuing imprisonment of U.S. citizens, Francisco Marquez and Josh Holt; recognizes that democracy is failing in Venezuela.
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Wasserman Schultz
Florida

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Wasserman Schultz emphasizes the need for action regarding Venezuela's political crisis and imprisoned U.S. citizens.

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