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John Conyers: “Is there anyone in this body or Nation that does not know that the U.S. government is friendly with Israel and supports…”

On the recordMay 2, 2002
Is there anyone in this body or Nation that does not know that the U.S. government is friendly with Israel and supports their cause? Now, I would ask the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. Hyde), the chairman, why were there no hearings? I would ask the gentleman from California (Mr. Lantos), the ranking member, why were there no hearings?
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John Conyers
Democratic · Michigan

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Questioning the lack of hearings on U.S. support for Israel during a congressional discussion.

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