Adriano Espaillat actually said...

But I am concerned that in the Western Hemisphere, we sort of turn our heads and we've been a little bit too complacent and maybe even abdic...

I am concerned about the predatory practices of even rogue countries that are out there violating intellectual property rights.

Intellectual property is the result of hard work and innovation that drives many small businesses.

Protection from bad actors seeking to take advantage of small business products is harmful to their success and longevity.