Eliot Engel actually said...

"America has historically been the global leader and the moral authority on basic freedoms and human rights, and we cede that leadership every day when we fail to denounce abuses abroad."

"I believe this important measure along with my Hong Kong Autonomy Act, which was signed into law last month, is an appropriate response to China's violation of its commitments under the 'one country, ..."

"I strongly support this measure and hope all my colleagues will do the same."

"I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 6986, the Protecting Human Rights During Pandemic Act."