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James A. Leach: “In conclusion, let me again thank the gentleman from California (Mr. Lantos), the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Payne)…”

On the recordDecember 4, 2001
In conclusion, let me again thank the gentleman from California (Mr. Lantos), the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Payne), and the gentleman from California (Mr. Royce) for their leadership on so many African issues. Symbolically, this bill is about the world family, about kids and their grandparents. If we keep our priorities right, the likelihood of moral and national splintering becomes remote. If, on the other hand, we wear blinkers, chaos is inevitable. The American national spirit, as well as our national interest, is interlinked with the commitment to end despair in the furthest reaches of the globe. Hope is the only hope for the world today.
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James A. Leach
Iowa
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Discussing the importance of addressing global issues and the interconnectedness of national spirit and interests.

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