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On the recordJuly 12, 2016
I am a strong supporter of it. I think the United States hurt itself by not ratifying the treaty.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cardin emphasizes the importance of the Law of the Sea Treaty for U.S. interests.

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