On the recordJanuary 21, 2009
I resist that language entirely. It's offensive to the people of this hemisphere to be considered the backyard of this country.
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congress.govI resist that language entirely. It's offensive to the people of this hemisphere to be considered the backyard of this country.
Kerry emphasizes the importance of respectful language regarding Latin America.
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