On the recordJune 23, 2009
The reasons to support this bill are so self-evident they should not have to be argued.
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congress.govThe reasons to support this bill are so self-evident they should not have to be argued.
Fortuno emphasizes the clear need for support of a bill regarding Puerto Rico's political status.
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