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The U.S. must continue to be a strong voice
for human rights around the world. The defense of human rights
around the world is an important part of the U.S. national
interest - just as economic and political considerations are.
This principle defines many of my foreign policy positions
and priorities.
We have a moral interest in protecting human rights, and we
also have a political interest in promoting democracy and
stability. We have an economic interest in encouraging development,
trade and investment opportunities for American business.
To protect and promote these various interests we must not
waver in our steadfast support of human rights.
Since coming to the Senate in 1993, I have introduced and
cosponsored legislation addressing human rights concerns in
China, Tibet, Indonesia, East Timor, Nigeria, Mexico, and
Colombia, just to name a few examples. I have also written
numerous letters to government officials at home and abroad
urging respect for human rights in specific cases.
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