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Chris Smith: I believe such easing of major sanctions will only help cronies, the military and families of authorities as they have…

On the recordApril 24, 2012
I believe such easing of major sanctions will only help cronies, the military and families of authorities as they have power, resources, connections and institutions to profit from such opportunities.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith argues that easing sanctions benefits corrupt officials and military rather than the people.

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