I think we need to accelerate sanctions with regard to individuals who are systemic abusers of human rights, including, first and foremost, the President of Iran, Ahmadinejad.
On the recordOctober 12, 2011
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Schumer calls for increased sanctions on Iranian officials for human rights abuses.
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