Well, clearly, they have to give us visas at some point. If they refuse to cooperate with the United States, we can't compromise the health and safety of the people that live here and the pets that they love.
On the recordApril 22, 2007
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Durbin emphasizes the necessity for China to cooperate with U.S. inspections to ensure public health.
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