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Angus King: “I don't understand calling somebody an ally who's--and having them produce these death-dealing substances.”

On the recordFebruary 10, 2016
I don't understand calling somebody an ally who's--and having them produce these death-dealing substances.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

Editor's note · Context

Senator King questions the alliance with nations involved in drug production.

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