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John Kerry: “But reestablishing diplomatic relations... will remove the pretext that has been used for decades, to counter pressure…”

On the recordFebruary 23, 2015
But reestablishing diplomatic relations... will remove the pretext that has been used for decades, to counter pressure from the Cuban people for more freedom and economic prosperity.
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John Kerry
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Kerry argues that diplomatic relations can empower Cuban demands for freedom.

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