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Jim Webb: “I wish to address two issues this afternoon. Before I do, I say to the Republican leader that I will gladly support his…”

On the recordJuly 24, 2007
I wish to address two issues this afternoon. Before I do, I say to the Republican leader that I will gladly support his joint resolution. I spent time in Burma. I have observed the situation on the ground. We do need to engage Burma and assist in its movement toward better political conditions, but I believe sanctions are clearly appropriate.
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Jim Webb
Democratic · Virginia

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Discussing U.S. policy towards Burma and the need for sanctions.

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