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Dick Durbin: History tells us that World War II was a learning experience for the United States.

On the recordApril 11, 2016
History tells us that World War II was a learning experience for the United States.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Reflecting on U.S. refugee policies post-World War II.

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