Eliot Engel: “It is important that we stand up for democratic ideals and institutions here and abroad.”

H. Res. 697 is a strong measure that encourages the continuation of close engagement between the United States and Tibet. I reserve the balance of my time.

I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. McCAUL. Mr. Speaker, at this point in time, I would like to take a moment of personal privilege to honor my dear friend, the gentleman from New York. This may perhaps be our last time on the floor…

This coup is a blatant violation of the rights of the Burmese people.

I would hope that anyone who has ever had the privilege to serve as a Member of Congress leaves this place with a heart full of gratitude. After 32 years as a Member of this body, I certainly feel that way. It is hard to believe that I…