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On the recordMarch 14, 2023
Similarities between the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol and its Brazilian sequel on January 8 of this year reminds us that we must stand vigilant against anyone anywhere who corrodes democratic norms.
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Bob Menendez
Democratic · New Jersey

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Menendez draws parallels between U.S. and Brazilian attacks on democracy.

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