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Ed Markey: The Holy See has no battalions, has no nuclear arsenals, but it has credibility and influence around the world.

On the recordMay 6, 2013
The Holy See has no battalions, has no nuclear arsenals, but it has credibility and influence around the world.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey emphasizes the Holy See's global influence despite lacking military power.

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