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Chris Van Hollen: Even when we put a premium on taking care of needs at home the United States can't opt out of the world.

On the recordJune 12, 2017
Even when we put a premium on taking care of needs at home the United States can't opt out of the world.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Highlighting the importance of U.S. global engagement.

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