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Chris Smith: “I find that with Members of Congress. They go on a trip, and they are shown the sights in a way that--and we say, Raise…”

On the recordFebruary 13, 2018
I find that with Members of Congress. They go on a trip, and they are shown the sights in a way that--and we say, Raise human rights issues!
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith criticizes Congress members for ignoring human rights issues during trips to China.

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