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Jim McGovern

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Jim McGovern is a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Massachusetts's 2nd congressional district since 1997. He has been a strong advocate for issues such as hunger, human rights, and healthcare. Throughout his tenure, McGovern has focused on policies aimed at reducing food insecurity and promoting social justice. He has also been involved in various legislative efforts to improve access to healthcare for all Americans.

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Nov 17, 2019

The Hong Kong government continued to pursue criminal charges against leaders and participants of public demonstrations.

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Nov 17, 2019

The U.S. must take a stand against the human rights abuses occurring in China.

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Nov 17, 2019

We cannot let the world forget about the plight of the Uighurs.

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Nov 17, 2019

The Administration should consider creating a Special Advisor for Religious and Political Prisoners to coordinate interagency resources.

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Nov 17, 2019

Call for the release of Chinese citizens confined, detained, or imprisoned for peacefully pursuing their religious beliefs...

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Nov 17, 2019

Call on the Chinese government to allow Mongol herders to exercise their fundamental rights.

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Nov 17, 2019

The situation in Xinjiang is alarming and requires immediate attention.

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Nov 17, 2019

Chinese government influence over the territory, and Hong Kong officials' willingness to conform to the interests of the Chinese government, continued a trend of decreased autonomy.

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Nov 17, 2019

Urge Chinese authorities to adopt a comprehensive anti-discrimination law that includes a definition of racial discrimination.

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Nov 17, 2019

We must stand firm against the repression of religious freedoms.

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Nov 17, 2019

The U.S. must take a stand against human rights abuses.

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Nov 17, 2019

We need to take a stand against the oppression of Uighur Muslims.

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Nov 17, 2019

Members of Congress and Administration officials at the highest levels should raise specific prisoner cases in meetings with Chinese government officials.

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Nov 17, 2019

I am deeply concerned about the human rights abuses occurring in Xinjiang.

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Nov 17, 2019

We need to ensure that the rights of all individuals are protected, regardless of their background.

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Nov 17, 2019

We must hold those accountable who perpetrate these crimes.

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Nov 17, 2019

I am deeply concerned about the ongoing human rights abuses in Xinjiang.

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Nov 17, 2019

The Administration should create public diplomacy campaigns and support media efforts to raise global awareness about the detention of political and religious prisoners.

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Nov 17, 2019

Members of Congress and the Administration are encouraged to advocate for these individuals in meetings with Chinese government and Communist Party officials.

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Nov 17, 2019

Enact the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act (S. 417/H.R. 3856, 115th Cong., 1st Sess.) to monitor the state of Hong Kong's autonomy from mainland China.

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Nov 17, 2019

If passed, the bill would expose local and foreign citizens transiting, visiting, or residing in Hong Kong to the risk of being extradited to mainland China.

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Nov 17, 2019

The HKPF's use of force contravened international standards enumerated in the United Nations Code of Conduct for Law Enforcement Officials.

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Nov 17, 2019

The Hong Kong government continued to reject the candidacy of LegCo and local election nominees such as Lau Siu-lai and Eddie Chu Hoi-dick based on their political beliefs.

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Nov 17, 2019

Protesters demanded that the government withdraw the extradition bill, retract the characterization of protests on June 12 as a 'riot,' drop charges against all arrested protesters, establish an independent commission of inquiry on police…

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Nov 17, 2019

The Commission adopted this report by a vote of 17 to 0.

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