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On the recordSeptember 26, 2017
The announcement of $32 million in U.S. aid was a very welcome shot in the arm, but U.N. agencies are now reporting there will be at least $200 million needed over the next 6 months to address the crisis.
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David Cicilline
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Cicilline highlights the urgent need for increased humanitarian aid for the crisis.

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