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Jim Risch: I think that the goal here is we have an opportunity for movement which was not impelled by these forces to make sure…

On the recordMarch 30, 2011
I think that the goal here is we have an opportunity for movement which was not impelled by these forces to make sure, or at least to substantially increase, the chances that it doesn't go in that direction.
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Jim Risch
Republican · Idaho

Editor's note · Context

Risch emphasizes the importance of U.S. support for democratic movements to prevent extremist influences.

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