On the recordJuly 15, 2015
We want to go after the cases where they can have the most impact, not only on the individual, but on the circumstances within a country and those who are fighting for human rights.
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congress.govWe want to go after the cases where they can have the most impact, not only on the individual, but on the circumstances within a country and those who are fighting for human rights.
Cardin emphasizes targeting impactful human rights cases rather than mandatory evaluations.
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