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On the recordMay 17, 2016
the persecution of the LGBT individuals and those protecting their rights are included in the abuses sanctionable by this legislation.
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David Cicilline
Democratic · Rhode Island

Editor's note · Context

Cicilline emphasizes the inclusion of LGBT rights in human rights legislation.

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