the need to be a member of a political party in order to get a job, that is just the way things are.

This resolution is an important show of support from this committee to his family that we have not forgotten him.

His trial has been a farce and, clearly, politically motivated.

Around the world, we see democracy in retreat as authoritarians crack down on civil liberties and human rights.

Today I am here to discuss a proposed change to the rules package for the next Congress that would institutionalize the Tri-Caucus Witness Diversity Initiative.

I just introduced House Resolution 1150 which highlights this important issue and urges the government of Cote d'Ivoire, opposition leaders, and all citizens to respect the democratic principles, refrain from violence, and hold free and…

This man has acted incredibly recklessly and even for that alone he should be dismissed from his job.

The way that it was handled was very much what we would see in other countries with authoritarian rulers or nations that do not exactly follow the rule of law.

When the person with the biggest bully pulpit and the loudest voice... portrays black and brown people in the most negative light, it matters.

The pace is absolutely unacceptable. When we look back over more than a decade at the data... Latino representation is still limited.

There really should be absolutely no question that we have seen an increase in racism in our country.