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On the recordMarch 25, 2015
Given the gravity of issues around the world, should the U.S. as a leader in the world not be engaged?
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Merkley questions the U.S. role in global engagement amidst domestic challenges.

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