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Chris Smith: “It is incredibly important to finally push back hard and clearly.”

On the recordJune 2, 2013
It is incredibly important to finally push back hard and clearly.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Stresses the need for strong action on human rights issues with China.

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