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Bob Menendez: He argued that it was harsh sanctions that have brought Iran to the negotiating table in the first place.

On the recordDecember 9, 2013
He argued that it was harsh sanctions that have brought Iran to the negotiating table in the first place.
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Bob Menendez
Democratic · New Jersey

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Menendez emphasizes the importance of sanctions in negotiations with Iran.

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