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August 7, 2015

NY Senator Chuck Schumer Announces Opposition to Iran Nuclear Deal 
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In news from Washington, New York Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer has
announced he will oppose the Iran nuclear deal. Schumer is the
third-ranking Democrat in the Senate and one of the leading Jewish
voices there. Some fear his dissent could pave the way for more
Democrats to oppose the deal. His announcement comes one day after
President Obama made his case for the agreement by comparing those who
oppose the deal to those who supported the invasion of Iraq. Proponents
of the agreement told The New York Times Thursday they still likely have
enough votes to uphold a presidential veto if the measure is blocked by
Congress.

 

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