Political Quotes

On the recordJune 30, 1977
The struggle for observance of human rights is an integral part of the political values of democratic societies.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

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Visit of President Perez of Venezuela Joint Communiqué on Human Rights Issued Following President Perez' Visit

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