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On the recordOctober 31, 2011
They are investing in infrastructure and building potential for economic growth. We are investing in people and health care.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Durbin contrasts U.S. and Chinese investments in Africa, highlighting different focuses.

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