Chris Smith actually said...

By denying visas to certain Chinese nationals in the government who promote human rights abuses, we might as well assist Chinese patriots who work to end the lack of accountability for government officials who are part of the Chinese Communist Party.

Context

Smith advocates for visa denials to Chinese officials involved in human rights abuses.

11/01/2011

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