Similar action is expected to be taken in the Senate in September. In China, Sudan, Vietnam, Egypt, Pakistan, and many other countries around the world, Christians are forced to endure severe persecution just because of their faith. The resolution introduced shortly before Congress adjourned for the August District Work Period on August 2, calls on the President to expand and re-invigorate U.S. efforts to combat the growing problem of Christian persecution and initiate a thorough examination of U S policies that affect persecuted Christians.
Religious freedom is a fundamental freedom enshrined in our Constitution and in international law.
America has always been a refuge for those fleeing religious intolerance and America has long, proud history of speaking out for the persecuted.