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Chris Smith: As Americans, we must not simply check our morals at the door.

On the recordNovember 2, 2011
As Americans, we must not simply check our morals at the door.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

U.S. morals should not be compromised in foreign relations.

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