Earl Blumenauer: “I was not disparaging the gentleman. I was talking about his cases that he advertised.”

I seek the time in opposition to the amendment, although I am not opposed to it. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Oregon is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.

I can speak confidently for House Democrats when I say we are firmly committed to reauthorization of AGOA and HOPE before their expiration next year.

We should better safeguard people's rights and data while still protecting the global internet.

House Democrats have collectively shown an impenetrable commitment to the people of sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti.