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Chris Smith: My hope springs eternal that this administration will see what they are doing to the cause of democracy and the…

On the recordFebruary 13, 2012
My hope springs eternal that this administration will see what they are doing to the cause of democracy and the individuals who suffer for it, a grave injustice by its indifference and wrong signal sending.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith expresses concern over the administration's impact on democracy and human rights.

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