“Joan Sebastian Guerrero should still be alive.”
“This President needs guardrails, not a blank check”
“I cannot vote to fund an illegal war with no justification, no set goal, and no exit strategy.”
“This cannot be acceptable in America.”
“Federal investment like this can transform lives and economies.”
“Anyone responsible for wrongdoing must be held accountable.”

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On the recordMay 13, 2009
I want a system of trade agreements that does not trump the common good, whether it is in Honduras or the United States.
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Jim McDermott
Democratic · Washington
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McDermott calls for trade agreements that prioritize the common good.

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