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Economic Times | 23 Dec, 2020 | 10.23AM IST
Farmers Protest Live Updates: US Congressman asks India to provide security to agitating farmers
"I call on India's government to demonstrate its commitment to democratic norms by guaranteeing protesters' safety and by treating them with respect. Democracy demands this much," Congressman David Trone said.
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