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On the recordFebruary 6, 2012
I would just underscore the issue of qualification of opposition candidates. That has been used in too many European countries as a way of trying to block opposition opportunities.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cardin emphasizes the importance of fair competition for opposition candidates in elections.

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