Ben Cardin actually said...

there must be an urgency in Thailand proceeding with democratic elections and dealing with its human rights issues.

Emphasizes urgency for Thailand to hold democratic elections and address human rights.

02/10/2016

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In 1992, we said human rights are of great importance to the United States and directly relevant to U.S. interests in Hong Kong.

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Hong Kong's special status in economic power in large part depends on an open relationship with the United States.

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