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Bill Lee: The more we cut back and withdraw, the view of our country as it relates to our commitment to development and diplomacy…

On the recordApril 10, 2018
The more we cut back and withdraw, the view of our country as it relates to our commitment to development and diplomacy is beginning to diminish.
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Bill Lee
Republican · Tennessee

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Lee highlights the negative impact of budget cuts on U.S. global development and diplomatic reputation.

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