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Ed Markey: It is in our national interest to see a Middle East and north Africa that is peaceful and prosperous; and we will…

On the recordMay 6, 2013
It is in our national interest to see a Middle East and north Africa that is peaceful and prosperous; and we will continue to promote democracy, human rights, and inclusive economic growth.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey outlines U.S. goals for promoting democracy and stability in the Middle East.

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