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On the recordDecember 5, 2024
if we are going to carry this as a value on the international stage, that the United States stands up for human rights and certain values and the rule of law, is it not important that we be willing to apply these sanctions to accomplish our goals with countries that are our partners and not only our adversaries?
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Benjamin Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Emphasizes the need for consistent application of sanctions for human rights.

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