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Chris Smith: There should be no divide whatsoever, but right now there is a divide.

On the recordMay 21, 2014
There should be no divide whatsoever, but right now there is a divide.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Smith emphasizes the current division in policy enforcement regarding human rights.

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