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Ed Markey: I think that is very important. I think it is a very important human rights message and should be encouraged using…

On the recordJanuary 2, 2018
I think that is very important. I think it is a very important human rights message and should be encouraged using whatever means possible.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey emphasizes the importance of advocating for human rights in Brunei.

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