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George H.W. Bush: “I have firmly concluded that the vital national interests of the United States require that assistance and benefits be…”

On the recordJanuary 25, 1990
I have firmly concluded that the vital national interests of the United States require that assistance and benefits be provided to Panama.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting Certification of Panama's Cooperation in the Control of Illegal Narcotics

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