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Chris Smith: In its position as a global leader, the United States should express a position of leader support for the universal…

On the recordDecember 6, 2016
In its position as a global leader, the United States should express a position of leader support for the universal values of freedom, democracy, and human rights.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith emphasizes the U.S. role in promoting freedom and human rights globally.

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