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On the recordMay 4, 2009
The tenets of our comprehensive policy towards Africa are democracy, good governance, peace and security, human rights, economic growth and prosperity, and investment in the education and health of people.
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Roland Burris
Democratic · Illinois

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Burris discusses key objectives of U.S. policy in Africa.

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