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Ron Kirk: The issue of assassination of individuals simply because they happen to be trade unionists or the issue of the…

On the recordFebruary 28, 2012
The issue of assassination of individuals simply because they happen to be trade unionists or the issue of the suppression of the ability of workers to try to collectively bargain are still there.
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Ron Kirk

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Ron Kirk addresses ongoing labor issues in Colombia.

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