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Russ Feingold: And given the administration's stated commitment to combat piracy and the recent statements by national security leaders…

On the recordApril 29, 2009
And given the administration's stated commitment to combat piracy and the recent statements by national security leaders expressing concern that al-Qaeda is trying to gain new footholds in Somalia, don't we need a more serious and sustained diplomatic effort in the region?
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Russ Feingold
Democratic · Wisconsin

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Feingold emphasizes the need for a stronger diplomatic effort against piracy and al-Qaeda in Somalia.

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