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Gregory Meeks: The U.S. never recognized the Soviet occupation by force, and upon deliberation, they continued normal diplomatic…

On the recordMarch 21, 2017
The U.S. never recognized the Soviet occupation by force, and upon deliberation, they continued normal diplomatic relations.
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Gregory Meeks
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Meeks emphasizes U.S. non-recognition of Soviet actions and the importance of diplomatic relations.

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