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Version 00 · Introduced in Senate · Sep 26, 2006
Condemns: (1) the anti-democratic actions of, and repressive regimes created by, the leaders of the governments of Iran, Cuba, and Venezuela; and (2) such leaders' misguided and outrageous statements.
Expresses concern relating to the national security implications of the relationships between those leaders.
Supports the people of Iran, Cuba, and Venezuela in the quest to achieve a truly democratic form of government.
Calls on the international community to condemn such repressive regimes' antidemocratic actions.
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Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] · R–PA
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10196)
Introduced in Senate
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