Political Quotes

“today I rise to oppose this resolution. In my estimation, this debate boils down to a simple question. Will we choose to isolate China, or will we remain actively engaged? I believe that a policy of engagement and not isolation is a powerful tool for change and will enhance our ability to positively influence China's policy. China is the world's most populous nation and has the potential to be the world's most dynamic economic power in the 21st century. Continuing MFN will further our national interests of helping China into the community of nations as a stable partner which respects human rights and contributes to our global economic trading system. My colleagues on both sides of the aisle have raised valid and legitimate concerns about the unfair trade practices, but revoking MFN status is not the way to go about it. Enforcing existing international trade laws and targeting sanctions might be a more prudent course. Mr. Speaker, the 20th century will be recorded as America's century. As we move into this next century to maintain our position of economic preeminence and economic dominance, it would be unwise and imprudent at this point for us to revoke MFN.”