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Ed Markey: I think that trying to engage on that one issue gives us an opportunity to really make a difference.

On the recordFebruary 2, 2015
I think that trying to engage on that one issue gives us an opportunity to really make a difference.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey emphasizes the importance of engaging Cuba on telecommunications and energy issues.

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