John Kerry actually said...

we believe very deeply that where people can exercise their rights and where there is an ability to have a strong democracy, the economy is stronger, the relationship with the government is stronger, people do better.

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Kerry emphasizes the link between human rights, democracy, and economic strength.

05/06/2013

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