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Keith Ellison: I want to join with Representative Waters and Representative Lee in calling for an open dialogue, unconditional…

On the recordApril 15, 2008
I want to join with Representative Waters and Representative Lee in calling for an open dialogue, unconditional bilateral dialogue. Dialogue is not a gift, dialogue is not a present, dialogue is not a reward. Dialogue is a tool that can help us stabilize the world, bring peace to millions and millions of people all over the world. Dialogues should not be used as some sort of a gift. It doesn't make sense for any nation to say capitulate to our demands, and then we will talk to you.
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Keith Ellison
Minnesota

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Advocating for open diplomatic dialogue with Iran during a special order.

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