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Chris Smith: Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. Thank you, Mr. Secretary. First of all, let me begin by thanking you for raising your…

On the recordApril 16, 2013
Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. Thank you, Mr. Secretary. First of all, let me begin by thanking you for raising your voice on behalf of Iranian Pastor Saeed Abedini.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith expresses gratitude for Secretary Kerry's support for Pastor Abedini.

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