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Chris Smith: I am standing for U.S. interests against Ortega's new assault on Nicaragua's democratic process and institutions.

On the recordNovember 30, 2011
I am standing for U.S. interests against Ortega's new assault on Nicaragua's democratic process and institutions.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith emphasizes U.S. commitment to democracy in Nicaragua against Ortega's actions.

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