On the recordSeptember 7, 2016
If this was a separate deal, cash-for-Americans, I would be agreeing with my colleagues on the other side. Ransom is unacceptable.
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congress.govIf this was a separate deal, cash-for-Americans, I would be agreeing with my colleagues on the other side. Ransom is unacceptable.
Capuano distinguishes between ransom and legitimate payments in negotiations.
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