Ed Royce: “I have supported the initiatives that are part of that policy for freedom in China package, because together they…”

“I have supported the initiatives that are part of that policy for freedom in China package, because together they contribute to a well-crafted China policy, a policy which positions the United States to stand up forcefully for our values and protect our national security. For certain our relationship with China is not easy. It will be the most challenging relationship we face in the next century. Moving forward, we must have principles to guide this relationship. For one, in all our dealings with the Beijing regime, it is essential that we do not shy away from our values. This means calling the Chinese leadership on democracy and on human rights, spotlighting the organ harvesting many Members have spoken against on this floor, and acting when we can. Standing up for our values also means promoting the free flow of uncensored information, which is the lifeblood of our values that Americans cherish and wish for the Chinese people. That is why I am proud to be the author of the Radio Free Asia Act of 1997.”