U.S.-U.N. Relations
Senator Jesse Helms (R-North Carolina) spoke to the Security Council about the relationship between the U.S. and the United Nations. He said… read more
Senator Jesse Helms (R-North Carolina) spoke to the Security Council about the relationship between the U.S. and the United Nations. He said that the U.N. must implement reforms before it received $926 million in back dues and should cease trying to override nations' sovereignty in areas of law and human rights. After his remarks, members of the Security Council responded to his comments, often criticizing his views. close
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