Rick Santorum said "I believe we have done this with 27 other countries because of the unique relationship we have with them and the bond that the countries have with the U.S. Poland, unfortunately, has not been granted that status. If you look at the continent of Europe and at the great allies that we have on the continent of Europe, obviously, the two that come to mind--in my mind at least--are the Brits and the Italians. But Poland has shown, since its release from the Soviet Union's sphere of influence, a remarkable affinity for the United States and has shown tremendous strides and advances both in terms of democracy, economy, and in their culture. It is very much a country that is leaning and facing west." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordNovember 18, 2004

I believe we have done this with 27 other countries because of the unique relationship we have with them and the bond that the countries have with the U.S. Poland, unfortunately, has not been granted that status. If you look at the continent of Europe and at the great allies that we have on the continent of Europe, obviously, the two that come to mind--in my mind at least--are the Brits and the Italians. But Poland has shown, since its release from the Soviet Union's sphere of influence, a remarkable affinity for the United States and has shown tremendous strides and advances both in terms of democracy, economy, and in their culture. It is very much a country that is leaning and facing west.

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Rick Santorum

Republican · Pennsylvania

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Editor's note · Context

Discussing a unanimous consent request for Polish visa waivers.

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