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Joe Wilson: “Borders are no excuse for human rights abuse.”

On the recordJuly 10, 2013
Borders are no excuse for human rights abuse.
Said by
Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of accountability in human rights regardless of national borders.

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