Jim McGovern

I would say to our athletes: You're there to compete. Do not risk incurring the anger of the Chinese government, because they are ruthless.

She has been a principled voice for human rights in China and Tibet for decades.

We must always remember the human dimension behind our policy work. It is for prisoners of conscience that we speak out.

These companies are going to need to figure out a way to make money other than reliance on forced labor and abetting crimes against humanity.

If given a choice, I believe no athlete would want to compete in a country committing genocide and crimes against humanity.

It has gotten worse since.

When the International Olympic Committee awarded these Games to Beijing in 2015, China already had the worst human rights record of any country on the planet.

Our criticism is not directed at the people of China or at Chinese heritage.

I can think of nobody better to hear from on the eve of the Beijing Olympics.

We are deeply honored that one of the greatest champions of human rights in China, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, is here to help frame our discussion of these cases.

I never thought I would see the day when that would be necessary, but the sad reality is here, and it's our mandate to document these cases.

But these Olympics are commencing and will show a face the Chinese government and Communist Party don't deserve to show to the world.

I hope it has made a difference in the degree to which U.S. companies are willing to lend their prestige to the false display of peace and harmony the Beijing Olympics represent.

We must stand up for human rights and hold the Chinese government accountable for its actions.

How ambitious we are about empowering farmers, especially those who are new to agriculture or have historically not had a seat at the table, will be a key measure of whether the next farm bill is a success.

I am inspired by the work you are doing to build a more just food system and one that works for existing farmers and aspiring farmers while making healthy food accessible to every community.

I think it is critical that we hear directly from farmers when systems that are supposed to empower them aren't working the way that they should be.

I feel like local food economies are the most resilient food economies.

Second, Congress should include in any upcoming legislation three key strengthen SNAP bills.

First, Congress should both extend the authority for issuing SNAP EAs beyond the PHE to provide a more gradual path to regular benefits.

Hungry people can't wait. Taking these actions now can help avert a severe 'hunger cliff' and promote food security and economic equity during COVID-19 and beyond.

That is why we need a White House Conference on Nutrition, Health, and Hunger.

Quite frankly, I think that is offensive. It robs people of choice, and it robs people of dignity.

What I care about is making it easier for people to access fruits and vegetables, and that is exactly what programs through GusNIP do.

This needs to be an important part of the farm bill, one in which we strengthen the program and not try to punish people or try to diminish people who need the benefit.