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On the recordSeptember 2, 2013
I agree that we should not turn our back on such a blatant violation of international norms with respect to the use of chemical weapons.
Said by
Jeanne Shaheen
Democratic · New Hampshire

Editor's note · Context

Shaheen emphasizes the importance of responding to chemical weapon use by Assad.

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