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Joaquin Castro: I have in the past supported sanctions against the Maduro regime because, as Mr. Meeks mentioned, I do believe in many…

On the recordFebruary 12, 2019
I have in the past supported sanctions against the Maduro regime because, as Mr. Meeks mentioned, I do believe in many ways that Mr. Maduro has oppressed his people.
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Joaquin Castro
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Castro supports sanctions against Maduro for oppression but opposes U.S. interference in leadership selection.

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