And I want to point out this is bipartisan legislation. Indeed. I am joined by Senator Durmid, the Democrat Whip in this legislation. In a previous Senate, this passed the Senate 100 to nothing. That means every Republican voted for it and every Democrat voted for it. I am hopeful this Congress can demonstrate the same unity and the same resolve to stand up in support of democracy and in support of human rights. (04:37–04:41)
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