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Ed Markey: “Only a stable state with firm borders can prevent these human atrocities and lend assistance to those in need.”

On the recordMarch 2, 2016
Only a stable state with firm borders can prevent these human atrocities and lend assistance to those in need.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Highlighting the need for stability in Libya to combat human trafficking.

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