Democratic Candidates Debate in Johnston, Iowa
12/12/2007
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This hemisphere can do much more to guard against threats and challenges to democracy closer to home.
Assad's calls for dialogue and reform ring hollow, he refuses to lead a genuine democratic transition and he should step aside.
We need to do much more to stand up for the rights of religious minorities.
I hope that trade deficit will narrow during my tenure, if I am confirmed.