Political Quotes

“I rise to address the ongoing protests in Iran. For decades, the Iranian people have faced human rights abuses, extrajudicial killings, and economic turmoil. Protests have been going on for almost a month. The military is cracking down, and at least thousands have died. The Iranian people are not backing down, and they deserve the right to protest for changes. They deserve the right to decide whether they want a freer, secular future. That is why I have joined my colleagues on the bipartisan FREEDOM Act to expand internet freedom in Iran. I also sent a letter to the administration urging immediate action to maximize resources to protect internet freedom. I have also written directly to Secretary Rubio in support of the Iranian people, while highlighting the worsening human rights abuses, which are also affecting people back here who have Iranian family there. We support the Iranian people and their efforts to determine their own futures, and we will continue to support them.”