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On the recordMay 6, 2013
Freedom of religion is critical to a peaceful, inclusive, and thriving society, and supporting it is a critical component of U.S. foreign policy.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey emphasizes the importance of religious freedom in U.S. foreign policy.

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