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On the recordAugust 2, 1999
The plight of the people of Tibet challenges the conscience of the world and by and large the world ignores their plight. Our bill does not, and the more attention we can call, the better. Mr. Chairman, even though this may not be able to be received by the full House this evening, nonetheless, the bright light that the gentlewoman focuses on Tibet once again is appreciated and will contribute to freedom there one day.
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Nancy Pelosi
Democratic · California

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Discussing the importance of addressing the plight of Tibet during a committee meeting.

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