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James T. Callahan: Human rights is important around the world, but it is especially important in Africa. We need to closely monitor…

On the recordJuly 30, 1997
Human rights is important around the world, but it is especially important in Africa. We need to closely monitor Ethiopia's human rights record.
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James T. Callahan
Oklahoma

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Addressing human rights issues in Ethiopia during a committee discussion.

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