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On the recordMarch 15, 2011
We cannot afford to be the world's first responder whenever a crisis arises--we need strong multilateral partners who can help us shoulder this burden.
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Benjamin Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Cardin emphasizes the need for multilateral partnerships in addressing global crises.

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