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Chris Smith: I have always called that the 'hug a Nazi, make a liberal' theory.

On the recordJune 24, 2015
I have always called that the 'hug a Nazi, make a liberal' theory.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Critiquing the belief that engagement with China will lead to democratic reforms.

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