Political Quotes

“we are finally taking a much-needed step to advance the cause of religious freedom and liberty around the world. I am proud to support this legislation here before us today. Initially, I had several reservations about the original version of this bill, but supported passage last May in order to help move along the process. I am glad to see that the other body has voted it out of theirs, 98-to-zero. This legislation is very well crafted. It focuses on all aspects of religious persecution, not just threats to life and limb. The bill gives the executive branch a great deal of flexibility on how to implement this congressional mandate. What is appropriate for one situation may not apply in another context. Yet, for more severe violations of religious freedom, the President has a list from which to choose of the economic sanction options. Most importantly, the legislation brings daylight to a problem that has long been ignored by our government officials. Thanks to the tenacity of my good friend from Virginia (Mr. Wolf), we are finally seeing religious freedom issues taking their rightful place in the fight for human rights around the world.”