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On the recordJune 23, 2015
I was one of those Members who supported it because I had the hope that it would help the nation come back from the brink of war.
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Gregory Meeks
Democratic · New York

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Mr. Meeks reflects on his support for Plan Colombia and its potential for peace.

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