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David Cay Johnston: The point the Senator from New York and I are making is, if the United States leads, it is reasonable to believe others…

On the recordJuly 25, 1996
The point the Senator from New York and I are making is, if the United States leads, it is reasonable to believe others will follow.
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David Cay Johnston
West Virginia

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Discussing the potential impact of U.S. leadership on international sanctions during a debate.

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