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On the recordMarch 4, 2013
As recent events have powerfully underscored, these are perilous times, whether we are speaking of the horrific terror attack in Boston this week or the escalating situation in North Korea.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas

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Cruz highlights the current dangerous global situation, referencing recent terror attacks and North Korea.

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