On the recordNovember 18, 2015
In 1975, the Soviet Union, in order to show that they were truly a democratic state in the eyes of the globe, joined us in establishing the Commission for Security and Cooperation in Europe.
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Discusses historical efforts to promote democracy and human rights.
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