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On the recordOctober 4, 2021
We cannot just do that sometimes. We cannot be silent if there are atrocities occurring or, in the case of Xinjiang, a genocide is occurring.
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the need for consistent action against human rights abuses in China.

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