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Ed Markey: If I am given the honor of sitting behind the sign that says 'United States,' I will do what America does best: stand up…

On the recordMay 6, 2013
If I am given the honor of sitting behind the sign that says 'United States,' I will do what America does best: stand up against repressive regimes, fight corruption, and promote human rights and human dignity.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey emphasizes the U.S. role in promoting human rights globally.

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