On the recordApril 12, 2011
These cuts could have real, negative ramifications for U.S. interests abroad, and severely damage our efforts to promote human rights, democracy, and free markets.
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congress.govThese cuts could have real, negative ramifications for U.S. interests abroad, and severely damage our efforts to promote human rights, democracy, and free markets.
Warns against budget cuts impacting U.S. foreign policy and humanitarian efforts.
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