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On the recordJanuary 2, 2017
Our issue is with the Russian Government that has denied basic rights to its own citizens.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cardin emphasizes the distinction between the Russian people and their government regarding human rights.

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