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On the recordFebruary 1, 2010
Is there a danger of some of the border States of Mexico becoming ungoverned spaces that would invite not just narco-gangs, but more sophisticated international terrorists to set up shop?
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Reed raises concerns about potential ungoverned areas in Mexico affecting security.

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