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Chris Smith: Congress remains committed to encouraging governments to respect their own constituents, their constitutions, and their…

On the recordMay 8, 2018
Congress remains committed to encouraging governments to respect their own constituents, their constitutions, and their people, and the fundamental freedoms of assembly, association, and expression.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith reaffirms Congress's dedication to human rights and democratic freedoms.

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