Political Quotes

“I applaud the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Wolf), the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Smith), and all the other Members of this House and this body who have worked to fight against the persecution of people of faith throughout the world. I am proud to be a cosponsor of this bill, because I believe that we can no longer ignore the cruelty of some government authorities around the world that has been directed towards people whose only crime is faith in God. We must not forget that there are those who are suffering in other countries; people are being tortured, enslaved, and killed for their beliefs. This bill will send a clear and resounding message that the United States does not support this violation of human rights and religious freedom. Abraham Lincoln, the President who is probably best noted for his work to free those who were enslaved and mistreated, once said, "Those who deny freedom to others deserve it not for themselves; and under a just God, cannot long retain it." If enacted into law, this bill will impose immediate sanctions on those countries that have mistreated and abused Christians and people of other faiths, time and time again. I urge my colleagues to vote in support of the Freedom From Religious Persecution Act.”