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Gregory Meeks: I strongly oppose H.R. 4587, and I believe vehemently that unilateral action is not the answer.

On the recordMay 8, 2014
I strongly oppose H.R. 4587, and I believe vehemently that unilateral action is not the answer.
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Gregory Meeks
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Meeks criticizes unilateral sanctions against Venezuela, advocating for multilateral engagement instead.

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