I want to extend and associate myself with the remarks of the minority Member and all of the different speakers who have spoken on this issue this morning. I support H.R. 2884 and thank my colleague. the gentleman from New York for his fine work on this measure. H.R. 2884 authorized the domestic presentation of the International Communication Agency film entitled "In Their Own Words." The film. as we have heard. is made up of the interviews of many of the hundreds of thousands of Cuban refugees who came to the United States last year. This film is important because it allows the refugees to explain their reasons for leaving Cuba and their dreams and hopes for a new and better life in America. Beyond this I think a principle is involved that transcends the film. We spend billions of dollars on defense. and appropriately so. and many times I believe we are neglecting the most powerful weapon in our arsenal.
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