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On the recordApril 7, 2014
Here we are, the most powerful Nation on earth, and we act as if we are afraid of a tiny island country.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Leahy criticizes U.S. fear towards Cuba despite its power.

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