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On the recordMay 21, 2024
There is a school of philosophy or school of diplomacy that believes that public scolding, particularly in another country, can have the opposite effects.
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Rand Paul
Republican · Kentucky

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Senator Paul discusses the potential negative impact of publicly criticizing China.

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