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Mazie Hirono: “For the Americans who lost their lives in Benghazi-- Ambassador Chris Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods, and Glen…”

On the recordFebruary 6, 2013
For the Americans who lost their lives in Benghazi-- Ambassador Chris Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods, and Glen Doherty--they were heroes and they represented our country proudly.
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Mazie Hirono
Democratic · Hawaii

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Hirono honors the Americans who died in Benghazi, recognizing their service and sacrifice.

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