Political Quotes

John Sifton: However, I truly believe that defending the rights and the properties, the assets of American citizens, should not be…

On the recordJune 3, 2013
However, I truly believe that defending the rights and the properties, the assets of American citizens, should not be trumped by any other national interest.
Said by
John Sifton

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes prioritizing American citizens' rights over other national interests.

Share

More from John Sifton

Dec 5, 2016

I think it is important that the U.S. Government and incoming administration take this seriously not just from a human rights point of view but from an economics of view.

congress.gov
Jan 23, 2012

Tell Vietnam to shut these facilities down.

congress.gov
Jun 3, 2013

I'd rather have that raised by the U.S. Trade Representative than by the American consumer because I don't think the American consumer has the might to actually make it impact Vietnamese.

congress.gov
Dec 5, 2016

The main and most powerful tool the Indian Government has for harassing NGOs is the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act.

congress.gov