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David Cicilline: “I think we need to all be reminded that the commitments we make and the investments we make in this area of our foreign…”

On the recordMarch 15, 2011
I think we need to all be reminded that the commitments we make and the investments we make in this area of our foreign policy are not only describe our values as a country in promoting freedom and democracy around the world, but also ultimately enhance our national security interest by creating a safer world.
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David Cicilline
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Cicilline emphasizes the importance of foreign policy investments for national security.

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