10/21/2015
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"The United States and Russia have many common interests, in nonproliferation, in counterterrorism, regional security, economic relations, and other areas."
"In a democracy, the people have the right to make their voices heard in a lawful way."
"Russia has met, as Senator Cardin said, the freedom of emigration criteria under the Jackson-Vanik since the early 1990s."
"Change in Russia will be driven by the people of Russia and we will continue to look for opportunities to support Russian citizens seeking reform."