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Steve Rothman: “He was known throughout the world as a champion of the downtrodden, those in need, and a champion of human rights.”

On the recordMarch 5, 2012
He was known throughout the world as a champion of the downtrodden, those in need, and a champion of human rights.
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Steve Rothman
New Jersey

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Rothman describes Payne's reputation as a global human rights advocate.

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