But we are convinced that this kind of repressive action is being taken by State, and I hope that when the gentleman does the final appropriation in conference that the gentleman will let the State Department know that this kind of action will not be tolerated.
Addressing concerns about repressive actions by the State Department during a committee discussion.
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