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Chris Smith: Slavery is an internationally recognized crime against humanity. And effective action by the United States and the…

On the recordOctober 3, 2011
Slavery is an internationally recognized crime against humanity. And effective action by the United States and the international community is long overdue.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith emphasizes the urgent need for U.S. action against slavery.

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