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On the recordMarch 11, 2013
I would suggest--and maybe we'll get into this in the closed session--there needs to be much more transparency in order for us to make a judgment on whether or not doing such sweeping exemptions is wise policy.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Collins emphasizes the need for transparency regarding exemptions in sanctions policy.

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