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Joe Crowley: The United States has long stood with those who are fleeing persecution and violence.

On the recordDecember 9, 2014
The United States has long stood with those who are fleeing persecution and violence.
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Joe Crowley
Democratic · New York

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Crowley asserts America's historical support for those escaping danger.

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