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On the recordMarch 28, 2017
the U.S. Congress should do what is necessary to reassert its traditional prerogative as conscience of the country
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Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Kaine emphasizes Congress's role in promoting human rights and democracy in U.S. foreign policy.

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