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Chris Smith: Dr. Biscet testified here by way of phone, and he said don't lift the embargo because you have got to get real…

On the recordFebruary 3, 2015
Dr. Biscet testified here by way of phone, and he said don't lift the embargo because you have got to get real substantive concessions.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith relays Biscet's warning against lifting the embargo without significant concessions from Cuba.

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