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I introduced the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act several years ago as a response to what we saw in this room.

I know Mr. Meeks very well and I know that he will do an excellent job--an excellent job--as chairman.

Self-government is not some sort of temporary arrangement or gift from the military, it's a right that's owed to the people of Burma.

This legislation could go a long way toward putting Burma back on the path toward democracy.