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On the recordJune 23, 2009
I want to commend both of you for your leadership in bringing forward the discussion of this fundamental issue of American democracy.
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Luis Fortuño
Puerto Rico

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Fortuno praises leadership for addressing Puerto Rico's democratic status.

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