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On the recordMarch 1, 2011
33,000 Mexican citizens have died during the Mexican Government's admirable, but very difficult campaign against drug trafficking.
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Mary Landrieu
Democratic · Louisiana

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Landrieu highlights the violence in Mexico and its impact on citizens during anti-drug efforts.

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