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On the recordFebruary 25, 2014
This region has been brutally exploited by colonial powers and by other countries in a way that is shameful and has denied the birthright of the Congolese people.
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Russ Feingold
Democratic · Wisconsin

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Feingold highlights historical exploitation of the Congo's resources.

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