Edward Markey actually said...

Turning our backs on the people most vulnerable to slavery, the very people this committee has worked so hard to help, not only breaks faith with our most cherished ideals, but it is a gift to those who profit from human misery.

Context

Markey criticizes the executive order on refugee resettlement as harmful and contrary to American values.

02/14/2017

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