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On the recordMarch 20, 2018
I see your role as not only executing a budget but being a forceful and passionate and effective voice for development and humanitarian assistance.
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David Cicilline
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Cicilline emphasizes the importance of advocacy for humanitarian assistance amidst proposed budget cuts.

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