Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 13, 2016
I am a believer that American farmers, the American people, American businesses can do more to open up political space in Cuba than all the saber-rattling and tough talking speeches that come out of the United States Congress.
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Jim McGovern
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

McGovern emphasizes the potential of trade to improve relations with Cuba over political rhetoric.

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