Special Order on Human Rights in Ethiopia

Special Order on Human Rights in Ethiopia

 

In advance of President Obama’s historic trip to Ethiopia, I led discussion on the House Floor as the founder and co-chair of the Congressional Ethiopian American Caucus to speak on the importance of our nation’s relationship with Ethiopia. The President’s trip provides a unique opportunity to promote democratic institutions including respect for freedom of speech and human rights, in addition to supporting economic, health, food security, and humanitarian development in Ethiopia. The Ethiopian diaspora here in the United States are the natural bridges and ambassadors to build and strengthen the economic, strategic, and humanitarian connections between our nations.