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On the recordSeptember 10, 2012
If you want an honest investigation of this tragedy, we will join you. But if you want to persist in trying to somehow to put this, lay this at the doorstep of the President or the Secretary of State or the United Nations Ambassador, you will find us ready and willing to resist to the teeth.
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Gerry Connolly
Democratic · Virginia

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Connolly emphasizes willingness to cooperate for a genuine investigation, rejecting blame on top officials.

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