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State Department tries - again - to create Arab Spring support fund
 Synopsis: State is once more asking Congress for money for a "Middle East and North Africa Fund [which] will capitalize on the opportunities presented by the Arab Spring, supporting those countries that are moving to undertake the democratic and economic reforms necessary to address citizens' demand and provide lasting stability in the region." State is only asking for $580 million. The Senate approved a billion dollars the last time, but Congress said "no" the last time, due to budget disputes and the continuing resolutions. Posted by: Pappy 2013-04-12 |
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