On the recordJune 23, 2009
The issue is 'and has always been--how far does the Southern border of the U.S. extend into Latin America and the Caribbean.'
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congress.govThe issue is 'and has always been--how far does the Southern border of the U.S. extend into Latin America and the Caribbean.'
Discussing Puerto Rico's colonial status and its implications for U.S.-Latin America relations.
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