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On the recordFebruary 23, 2016
the more we extend our security out, instead of playing defense on the 1-yard line, but extend it to the 20-yard line, the better it is.
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Henry Cuellar
Democratic · Texas

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Advocating for proactive security measures in Central America to prevent migration.

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