DEMOCRACY

Addresses

Joint Meeting of Congress: Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, H3348-H3351 [24MY]

———Julia Gillard, Prime Minister of Australia, H1624-H1626 [9MR]

———Lee Myung-bak, President of the Republic of Korea, H6882-H6885 [13OC]

Role of America's Strength in Foreign Policy: Senator Rubio, S5619-S5621 [14SE]

Amendments

Belarus Democracy Act: reauthorize (H.R. 515), S8604, S8611 [14DE], H9938 [19DE]

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act: approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 66), S5617, S5618, S5629, S5630, S5631 [14SE], S5654, S5655, S5690, S5691, S5692 [15SE]

Libya: support democratic transition, commend U.S. Armed Forces and promote limited use to enforce U.N. resolutions, and advocate departure of Muammar Qaddafi from power and distribution of frozen assets (S. Res. 194), S3744 [14JN]

Saudi Arabia: encourage political participation by women (S. Res. 216), S5050 [29JY]

Women: honor and support women in North Africa and the Middle East (S. Res. 109), S2550, S2552 [14AP]

Appointments

House Democracy Partnership, H500 [26JA], H527 [8FE], H1357 [18FE]

Articles and editorials

Castro vs. the Ladies in White, S5381 [7SE]

Cuba's Repression Escalates, S6040 [3OC]

Exposing the Shadows of Civil Rights in Puerto Rico, H1459 [2MR]

Fiddling While Libya Burns, S1583 [14MR]

Khartoum Hires a Lobbyist in U.S., H8735 [13DE]

Obama Doctrine, S1583 [14MR]

On Cuba's Capitol Steps, S5381 [7SE]

Rebel Leader—Give Us a Chance, S1584 [14MR]

Study—Colombia Anti-Union Violence Undeterred, H6509 [4OC]

Sudan Hires Washington Lawyer, H8975 [15DE]

Bills and resolutions

Afghanistan: support local and provincial elections and replace centralized government with a Federal system ensuring full participation of all ethnic communities and oppose Taliban inclusion (see H. Res. 423), H6624 [5OC]

Armed Forces: authorize the award of a Cold War service medal to members who served honorably during the Cold War era (see S. 402), S870 [17FE] (see H.R. 1968), H3409 [24MY]

Belarus: condemn recent elections and call for immediate release of all political prisoners and for new elections that meet international standards (see S. Res. 105), S1828 [17MR]

Belarus Democracy Act: reauthorize (see S. 735), S2187 [6AP] (see H.R. 515), H509 [26JA]

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act: approve renewal of import restrictions (see S.J. Res. 17), S3428 [26MY] (see H.J. Res. 66), H3756 [26MY]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: support democratic, transparent, and fair elections (see S. Res. 350), S8775 [17DE]

Congress: reform political system to protect elections from foreign and corporate influence and amend Senate Rules to reduce excessive obstruction and protect rights of minority Senators (see S. 9), S122 [25JA]

Constitution—U.S.: authorize printing of pocket version (see H. Con. Res. 90), H7891 [18NO]

Cote d'Ivoire: prohibit U.S. military actions without congressional approval (see H. Res. 212), H2534 [7AP]

———provide humanitarian support in response to political crisis and support democracy (see H. Res. 85), H681 [10FE]

Cuba: commend members of Brigada de Asalto 2506 (Assault Brigade 2506) involved in the Bay of Pigs operation and continue to promote democracy and human rights (see S. Res. 140), S2387 [12AP]

———discontinue Radio Marti and Television Marti broadcasts (see H.R. 1317), H2265 [1AP]

———discontinue Voice of America, Radio Marti, and Television Marti broadcasts (see S. 476), S1218 [3MR]

———extradite to the U.S. William Morales and other individuals living in Cuba in order to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the U.S. (see H. Res. 226), H2855 [14AP]

Dalai Lama: welcome to U.S. for Kalachakra teachings and ceremony and recognize commitment to world peace, nonviolence, human rights, religious freedom, and democracy (see H. Res. 338), H4671 [6JY]

Dept. of State: anniversary of Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program (see H. Res. 65), H510 [26JA]

———authorize the Gandhi-King Scholarly Exchange Initiative focusing on peace and nonviolence in global conflict resolution (see H.R. 3056), H6455 [23SE]

Egypt: express solidarity with Egyptian people, condemn use of violence against protesters, express gratitude toward Egyptian military for restraint, and support transition to a representative government (see H. Res. 88), H724 [11FE]

———support democracy, universal rights, and the peaceful transition to a representative government (see S. Res. 44), S544 [3FE]

Foreign aid: authorize participation in the general capital increase of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to qualified transition countries in the Middle East and North Africa (see S. 1388), S4675 [19JY]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 51), S747 [15FE]

Hungary: commemorate opening of Tom Lantos Institute in Budapest (see S. Res. 220), S4226 [29JN]

———congratulate for commemorative events honoring legacy of Ronald Reagan and recognize important strategic relationship with the U.S. and support for democracy and stability in Europe (see H. Res. 325), H4457 [22JN]

India: call for continued strengthening of relations with the U.S. and recognize people and Government for building and maintaining a constitutional democracy (see H. Res. 59), H509 [26JA]

International Children's Day: observance (see H. Res. 235), H2913 [15AP]

Iran: condemn human rights violations, release political prisoners, support democracy, remove terrorist designation from opposition group, and impose sanctions to deter nuclear program (see H. Res. 94), H923 [15FE]

———condemn ongoing violence against demonstrators, human rights violations, and suppression of electronic communication, support democracy and universal rights, and release political prisoners (see S. Res. 73), S871 [17FE]

———promote human rights and democracy (see S. 879), S2686 [4MY] (see H.R. 1714), H3060 [4MY]

Libya: commend democracy efforts, condemn human rights violations against protesters, and support U.N. efforts on arms embargo, freezing assets, and ensuring safety of foreigners and citizens (see S. Res. 85), S1060 [1MR]

———commend peaceful protesters, condemn use of violence, support no-fly zone, call for Muammar Qaddafi to step down, and recognize Libyan Transitional National Council as governing authority (see S. Res. 102), S1677 [15MR]

———congratulate on liberation from the dictatorship led by Muammar Qaddafi, commend military operations, and affirm U.S. national interest of democratic reforms (see S. Res. 317), S7187 [8NO]

———prohibit U.S. military intervention, ensure NATO members dedicate resources necessary to meet objectives, and urge Arab League members to provide additional military and financial assistance (see S. Res. 146), S2507 [14AP]

———support democratic transition, commend U.S. Armed Forces and promote limited use to enforce U.N. resolutions, and advocate departure of Muammar Qaddafi from power and distribution of frozen assets (see S. Res. 194), S3224 [23MY]

———support U.S. and allied assistance to forces attempting to remove Muammar Qaddafi from power, oppose U.S. ground intervention, and recognize Libyan Transitional National Council as governing authority (see H. Res. 188), H2107 [30MR]

Mongolia: recognize U.S. visit of President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj, commend efforts at advancing democratic reforms, and promote economic, academic, and cultural advancements (see S. Res. 208), S3813 [15JN]

National Congress on Your Corner Day: designate (see H. Res. 58), H509 [26JA]

Nelson Mandela International Day: observance (see H. Res. 353), H5126 [15JY]

Nicaragua: support democratic aspirations and call attention to the deterioration of constitutional order (see S. Res. 344), S8376 [6DE]

Philippines: enhance security ties, expand economic relationship, promote bilateral ties with the U.S., and strengthen democratic institutions, maritime security, infrastructure, and military professionalism (see S. Res. 252), S5251 [2AU]

———independence anniversary (see H. Res. 275), H3409 [24MY]

President and Vice President: constitutional amendment on direct popular election (see H.J. Res. 36), H774 [14FE]

Saudi Arabia: encourage political participation by women (see S. Res. 216), S4076 [23JN]

Slovenia: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 212), S3970 [21JN]

South Sudan: congratulate for referendum on independence, call for peaceful resolution of issues with Sudan, and promote human rights, democracy efforts, and access to aid (see S. Con. Res. 25), S4641 [18JY] (see H. Con. Res. 65), H5086 [14JY]

Sudan: support self-determination efforts by people of South Sudan, condemn violence, and urge a peaceful transition to independence (see H. Res. 233), H2913 [15AP]

Syria: strengthen sanctions, enhance multilateral commitment to address threatening policies, and establish a program to support a transition to a democratically-elected government (see H.R. 2106), H4034 [3JN]

———support peaceful demonstrations and universal freedoms and condemn human rights violations (see H. Res. 296), H4035 [3JN]

Tunisia: commend holding of fair, free, and democratic elections and affirm U.S. national interest of democratic reforms and economic development (see S. Res. 316), S7187 [8NO]

Turkey: observance of Republic Day (see H. Res. 221), H2604 [12AP]

Ukraine: condemn persecution of political prisoners such as Yulia Tymoshenko and Yuri Lutsenko (see H. Res. 435), H6920 [13OC]

———independence anniversary and support for continued political and economic development (see H. Res. 401), H6232 [15SE]

Vietnam: condemn crackdown on democracy activists, repeal measures used to persecute peaceful political dissent, release political prisoners, and ensure compliance with international human rights standards (see H. Res. 484), H8187 [6DE]

———promote freedom and democracy (see H.R. 1410), H2533 [7AP]

———support Internet freedom (see H. Res. 29), H136 [7JA]

Voting: constitutional amendment on the right to vote (see H.J. Res. 28), H774 [14FE]

———protect voting rights and improve the administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 108), H37 [5JA]

———require States to permit individuals to register to vote in an election for Federal office on the date of the election (see H.R. 3317), H7256 [2NO]

Women: honor and support women in North Africa and the Middle East (see S. Res. 109), S1894 [28MR] (see H. Res. 258), H3160 [10MY]

Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act: repeal (see S. 1646), S6089 [4OC]

Cloture motions

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act: approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 66), S5617 [14SE]

———approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 66), motion to proceed, S5478 [9SE], S5504 [12SE], S5523 [13SE]

Essays

Washington, DC, Trip Experience: Garrett Headrick, E1151 [22JN]

———Kayla Kirkland, E1152 [22JN]

———Lindsey Basham, E1151 [22JN]

———Mackenzie Kindig, E1151 [22JN]

———Michaela Hearon, E1152 [22JN]

Factsheets

Senator Inhofe Response to French Ambassador to the U.S. Statement on Cote d'Ivoire Presidential Election and Subsequent Humanitarian Situation, S2241 [7AP]

Letters

Allegations of atrocities committed against civilians by rebel forces in Cote d'Ivoire and voter fraud in Presidential election: Senator Inhofe, S2074 [4AP]

Belarus Democracy and Human Rights Act: Representative Bachus, Committee on Financial Services (House), H4634 [6JY]

———Representative Lamar Smith, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H4634 [6JY]

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act import restrictions renewal approval: Joseph E. MacManus, Dept. of State, S3450 [26MY]

End oppression and protect rights of all Burmese people: Zipporah Sein, Karen National Union (organization), E2187 [6DE]

Impact of State voting reform laws labeled as ``voter suppression'' legislation: Representatives Conyers and Nadler, Committee on the Judiciary (House), E2016 [4NO]

Jimmy Carter visit to Cuba to discuss U.S.-Cuba relations: Senator Menendez, H2104 [30MR]

Support democratic transition in Libya, commend U.S. Armed Forces and promote limited use to enforce U.N. resolutions, and advocate departure of Muammar Qaddafi from power and distribution of frozen assets: President Obama, H3995 [3JN]

U.S. Institute of Peace accomplishments: David H. Petraeus, Commander of the International Security Assistance Force and U.S. Forces Afghanistan, H1052 [16FE]

Voter fraud allegations in Cote d'Ivoire Presidential election: Senator Inhofe, S2074 [4AP]

Lists

Belarus candidates or activists under criminal charges related to the December 19-20 post-election demonstration, H4636 [6JY]

Colombian land rights, victims' rights, and displaced leaders murdered in 2011, H5024 [14JY]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to Cote D'Ivoire: President Obama, S267 [26JA], H519 [8FE]

National Emergency Relative to the Former Liberian Regime of Charles Taylor: President Obama, H5282 [20JY]

National Emergency Relative to Threat in Lebanon Posed by Actions of Certain Persons To Undermine Legitimate Democratic Institutions: President Obama, S5015 [28JY], H5678 [28JY]

National Emergency Relative to Zimbabwe: President Obama, H1501 [2MR]

Motions

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act: approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 66), S5478 [9SE], S5617 [14SE]

Poems

``Dream Deferred,'' Langston Hughes, H5950 [7SE]

Press releases

IACHR Condemns Murder of Human Rights Activist and Expresses Concern Over New Threats to Human Rights Defenders in Colombia: Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, H5024 [14JY]

Provincial Journalist Shot to Death in Colombia: Committee To Protect Journalists, H5024 [14JY]

Repression of Cuban Dissidents Persists Despite Releases: Amnesty International (organization), H1978 [17MR]

SEIU Calls for Congressional Investigation of Puerto Rico Riot Police Action: Service Employees International Union, H1459 [2MR]

Remarks in House

Arab countries: support democracy efforts, H1405 [1MR], H4536 [24JN], H7012 [25OC]

Armenia: independence anniversary, E1689 [22SE]

Azerbaijan: independence anniversary, E855 [11MY], E937 [24MY], E947 [25MY], E962 [26MY], E970, E973, E985, E990 [27MY], E1000 [31MY], E1018 [2JN], E1893 [18OC], E2212 [8DE]

Bahrain: human rights violations, H3814 [1JN], E2202 [7DE]

———U.S. policy, E554-E556 [29MR], E2202 [7DE]

Belarus: human rights violations, H5109 [15JY], H6329 [21SE], H8345 [12DE]

Belarus Democracy Act: reauthorize (H.R. 515), H4632-H4638 [6JY], E1259 [7JY], E2260 [14DE]

———reauthorize (H.R. 515), Senate amendments, H9938-H9940 [19DE], H9999 [20DE]

Berkeley, CA: anniversary of League of Women Voters Berkeley Area chapter, E1545 [7SE]

Burma: end oppression and protect rights of all people, E2187 [6DE]

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act: approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 66), H5266-H5269 [20JY], E1503 [5AU]

Canada: elections, H3065 [5MY]

Cape Verde: independence anniversary, H4685 [7JY]

China: civil rights violations, E1126 [16JN]

———human rights violations, H1979 [17MR]

Close Up Foundation: anniversary, E2056 [15NO]

Colombia: human rights violations, H5022, H5023, H5027 [14JY]

———independence anniversary, H5167 [19JY]

Cuba: commend members of Brigada de Asalto 2506 (Assault Brigade 2506) involved in the Bay of Pigs operation and continue to promote democracy and human rights, H2607 [13AP], E734 [15AP]

———human rights violations, H1977-H1979 [17MR], H2102-H2104 [30MR], H7315 [3NO]

———Radio and TV Marti funding, H1308 [18FE]

Dalai Lama: welcome to U.S. for Kalachakra teachings and ceremony and recognize commitment to world peace, nonviolence, human rights, religious freedom, and democracy (H. Res. 338), E1237 [6JY]

Dept. of State: Human Rights and Democracy Fund funding, E297 [18FE]

Egypt: call for free and fair elections, H474 [26JA]

———human rights violations, H7591 [15NO], E1868 [14OC]

———support democracy, universal rights, and the peaceful transition to a representative government, H556 [9FE], H746 [14FE]

Election Assistance Commission: provide that any successor agency shall remain responsible for enforcement of laws relative to the elderly, disabled, Armed Forces members', and overseas citizens' right to vote, H8032, H8033 [1DE]

Foreign countries: report on congressional delegation trip to Afghanistan, Kuwait, Iraq, and Bahrain, H1365 [28FE]

Government: importance of separation of powers, H1561 [3MR]

Greece: independence anniversary, E577 [31MR], E633 [5AP]

History: development of human rights and law, H2099-H2102 [30MR]

House of Representatives: tribute to House Democracy Partnership, E2260 [14DE]

Hungary: anniversary of Hungarian Revolution, E493 [15MR], E1892 [18OC]

———congratulate for commemorative events honoring legacy of Ronald Reagan and recognize important strategic relationship with the U.S. and support for democracy and stability in Europe (H. Res. 325), E1193 [24JN]

———U.S. policy, E1187 [23JN]

Iran: condemn human rights violations, release political prisoners, support democracy, remove terrorist designation from opposition group, and impose sanctions to deter nuclear program (H. Res. 94), E312 [18FE]

———condemn restrictions on freedoms of speech, the press, expression, and assembly, human rights abuses, and censorship, and support access to the Internet and personal communication services, H937 [16FE]

———human rights violations, E636 [5AP]

Israel: independence anniversary, H3118 [10MY], E846, E852 [10MY], E855, E863 [11MY], E877 [12MY], E889 [13MY], E946 [24MY]

———reaffirm relationship with the U.S. and right of self-defense, E737 [15AP], E1040 [3JN], E1204 [24JN]

Joint Baltic American National Committee: anniversary, E828 [5MY]

Kenya: anniversary of constitution and tribute to its impact on women's rights, E1795 [6OC], E1875 [14OC]

Korea, Democratic People's Republic of: human rights violations, E1726 [29SE]

Korea, Republic of: independence anniversary, E388 [1MR]

Kyrgyzstan: political reform, E804 [4MY]

Liberia: elections, E2095 [18NO]

———independence anniversary, H5378 [22JY], H5586 [27JY]

Libya: require rebels use frozen Libyan assets to reimburse the U.S. for military and humanitarian support, H5091 [15JY]

———respect sovereignty and freedoms of speech and the press, condemn attacks on journalists, and support efforts of news agencies reporting on political events, H1968 [17MR]

———support democratic transition, commend U.S. Armed Forces and promote limited use to enforce U.N. resolutions, and advocate departure of Muammar Qaddafi from power and distribution of frozen assets (S. Res. 194), H3995 [3JN]

Ma Ying-jeou: anniversary of election as President of Taiwan, E883, E884 [12MY], E887, E888, E908 [13MY]

Macedonia: independence anniversary, E1569 [8SE]

Maryville, TN: tribute to Heritage Middle School student trip to the District of Columbia, E1151 [22JN]

Mexico: independence anniversary, E1791 [6OC]

Middle East: reaffirm relationship with Israel and oppose unification of Hamas and Palestinian Authority, H3283 [13MY]

Morocco: elections, E2199 [7DE], E2311 [19DE]

———human rights violations, E1442 [29JY]

National Congress on Your Corner Day: designate (H. Res. 58), H474 [26JA]

Nelson Mandela International Day: observance, E1383 [21JY]

Northern Ireland: elections, E895 [13MY]

Pasadena, CA: anniversary of League of Women Voters Pasadena Area chapter, E151 [8FE]

Plevneliev, Rosen: election as President of Bulgaria, E1991 [3NO]

Poland: anniversary of declaration of martial law, E2310 [19DE]

Polish Constitution Day: observance, E785, E795 [3MY]

Puerto Rico: civil liberties violations, H7261 [3NO]

———human rights violations, H1458 [2MR], H4678 [7JY], H6144 [14SE]

Rwanda: human rights violations, E982 [27MY]

San Rafael, CA: anniversary of League of Women Voters Marin County chapter, E767 [2MY]

Slovenia: independence anniversary, E1173 [23JN]

South Sudan: congratulate for referendum on independence, call for peaceful resolution of issues with Sudan, and promote human rights, democracy efforts, and access to aid, E1366 [20JY]

———establishment as new nation, H4756 [8JY], E1268, E1273, E1274, E1277 [8JY]

Sudan: hiring of lobbyist in effort to remove U.S. sanctions, H8735 [13DE], H8975 [15DE]

———human rights violations, H4688 [7JY], H8735 [13DE], H8975 [15DE], E1155 [22JN], E1719 [23SE]

———support self-determination efforts by people of South Sudan, condemn violence, and urge a peaceful transition to independence (H. Res. 233), E746 [15AP]

Syria: condemn human rights violations and urge access by humanitarian aid groups, H4377 [22JN]

———human rights violations, H3814 [1JN], H3922 [2JN], E818 [5MY]

———support peaceful demonstrations and universal freedoms and condemn human rights violations, H4471 [23JN], H4677 [7JY], H5594 [27JY], E1119 [16JN]

Taiwan: observance of National Day, E1657, E1661, E1663, E1667, E1668 [20SE], E1671, E1674, E1675 [21SE], E1702, E1704, E1705, E1708 [23SE], E1735, E1744, E1746 [3OC], E1751, E1752, E1753, E1754, E1755, E1759, E1760, E1763, E1765 [4OC], E1767, E1768, E1772, E1775, E1777 [5OC], E1792, E1797 [6OC], E1814, E1816 [11OC], E1857 [13OC], E2317 [19DE]

Thailand: human rights violations, E268 [18FE]

Tunisia: democracy efforts, H474 [26JA]

Turkey: observance of Republic Day, E925 [23MY]

U.S. Institute of Peace: dedication of Farooq Kathwari Amphitheater, E2332 [20DE]

———funding, H1051-H1055 [16FE], E301 [18FE]

Ukraine: democracy efforts, E1188 [23JN]

———independence anniversary, H6149 [14SE], E1644 [15SE]

———independence anniversary and support for continued political and economic development (H. Res. 401), E1715 [23SE]

Vietnam: human rights violations, H3816 [1JN], H4957 [13JY]

Voting: impact of State voting reform laws labeled as ``voter suppression'' legislation, H5153, H5156, H5163 [19JY], H6868 [13OC], H7194-H7200 [1NO], H7216, H7219 [2NO], H7263, H7269 [3NO], H7589, H7593 [15NO], H7697-H7705 [16NO], H7942, H7988 [30NO], H8057 [1DE], H8144 [6DE], H8197, H8203 [7DE], E1308 [13JY], E1328, E1329 [14JY], E1975 [1NO], E2013, E2016 [4NO], E2090 [17NO]

———protect voting rights and improve the administration of Federal elections (H.R. 108), E4 [5JA]

———require States to permit individuals to register to vote in an election for Federal office on the date of the election (H.R. 3317), H7216 [2NO]

World Press Freedom Day: observance, E918 [23MY]

Remarks in Senate

Anti-Defamation League: tribute to ``9/11 Ten Years Later—The Changing Face of Hate, Terrorism and Democracy in America'' report, S5991 [26SE]

Arab countries: support democracy efforts, S1103 [2MR], S5528 [13SE]

Belarus: condemn recent elections and call for immediate release of all political prisoners and for new elections that meet international standards, S3068 [18MY]

———condemn recent elections and call for immediate release of all political prisoners and for new elections that meet international standards (S. Res. 105), S1875 [17MR], S8773 [17DE]

———democracy efforts, S8728 [16DE]

———human rights violations, S82 [25JA], S1539 [10MR]

Belarus Democracy Act: reauthorize (H.R. 515), S8611 [14DE], S8773 [17DE]

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act: approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 66), S5344 [6SE], S5347 [7SE], S5478 [9SE], S5618 [14SE], S5646-S5648, S5650-S5658, S5661-S5666 [15SE], S5761 [20SE], S6039 [3OC]

———approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 66), motion to proceed, S5488-S5490 [12SE], S5507, S5510-S5525 [13SE], S5587, S5592-S5597, S5600-S5602, S5606-S5610, S5613, S5615, S5616 [14SE]

———approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 66), unanimous-consent agreement, S5515 [13SE]

———approve renewal of import restrictions (S.J. Res. 17), S3449, S3450 [26MY]

China: Dalai Lama's proposals to amend the Charter for Tibetans in Exile to devolve his formal authority to an elected official, S1818 [17MR]

Close Up Foundation: anniversary, S7440 [15NO]

Cote d'Ivoire: call for an immediate cease-fire and investigation into allegations of atrocities committed against civilians by rebel forces and voter fraud in Presidential election, S2064, S2073 [4AP], S2096 [5AP], S2241-S2243 [7AP], S2319 [8AP], S2378-S2381 [12AP], S3406 [26MY], S5236 [2AU]

———condemn actions of U.N. and French forces in post-election crisis, S2378-S2381 [12AP], S3406 [26MY]

———release former President Laurent Gbagbo and Simone Gbagbo and allow them to seek asylum in another country, S3376 [26MY], S3663-S3665 [9JN]

Cuba: commend members of Brigada de Asalto 2506 (Assault Brigade 2506) involved in the Bay of Pigs operation and continue to promote democracy and human rights (S. Res. 140), S2398 [12AP]

———human rights violations, S5380 [7SE], S6040 [3OC], S7432 [15NO], S8766 [17DE]

Egypt: call for free and fair elections, S468 [2FE]

———call for President Mubarak to step down immediately, S502, S507 [3FE]

———condemn anti-Semetic rhetoric and recognize the growing threat of Muslim Brotherhood (organization) to democracy, S468 [2FE]

———support democracy, universal rights, and the peaceful transition to a representative government, S2828 [10MY]

———support democracy, universal rights, and the peaceful transition to a representative government (S. Res. 44), S537, S538, S557, S558 [3FE]

Foreign countries: report on congressional delegation trip to Afghanistan, S373 [1FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (S. Res. 51), S1874 [17MR]

Guatemala: human rights violations, S2039 [31MR]

Hungary: commemorate opening of Tom Lantos Institute in Budapest, S4328 [5JY]

———commemorate opening of Tom Lantos Institute in Budapest (S. Res. 220), S4239 [29JN]

———democratic impact of recent government reform initiatives, S4328 [5JY]

Iran: condemn ongoing violence against demonstrators, human rights violations, and suppression of electronic communication, support democracy and universal rights, and release political prisoners (S. Res. 73), S924 [17FE]

———human rights violations, S5721 [19SE]

Israel: independence anniversary, S2922 [12MY]

———reaffirm relationship with the U.S. and right of self-defense, S3213 [23MY]

Kyrgyzstan: call for investigation and prevention of violence, support humanitarian relief efforts, and strengthen democratic institutions and respect for human rights, S4149 [28JN]

———political reform, S4149 [28JN]

Libya: commend democracy efforts, condemn human rights violations against protesters, and support U.N. efforts on arms embargo, freezing assets, and ensuring safety of foreigners and citizens, S2010 [31MR]

———commend democracy efforts, condemn human rights violations against protesters, and support U.N. efforts on arms embargo, freezing assets, and ensuring safety of foreigners and citizens (S. Res. 85), S1075 [1MR], S1952 [30MR], S2019 [31MR]

———recognize the Transitional National Council as the sole legitimate governing authority and develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to remove Muammar Qaddafi from power, S4143 [28JN]

———recognize the Transitional National Council as the sole legitimate governing authority, implement a no-fly zone, and develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to remove Muammar Qaddafi from power, S1579-S1584 [14MR]

———support democratic transition, commend U.S. Armed Forces and promote limited use to enforce U.N. resolutions, and advocate departure of Muammar Qaddafi from power and distribution of frozen assets (S. Res. 194), S3744, S3745 [14JN]

———support democratic transition and provide needed assistance in the wake of the death of Muammar Qaddafi, S6804 [20OC]

Lithuania: independence anniversary, S82 [25JA]

Middle East: develop new Marshall Plan to assist Middle Eastern countries' democracy efforts, S1028 [1MR]

Mongolia: recognize U.S. visit of President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj, commend efforts at advancing democratic reforms, and promote economic, academic, and cultural advancements (S. Res. 208), S3848 [15JN]

Netanyahu, Benjamin: address to joint meeting of Congress, S3212 [23MY]

Nicaragua: support democratic aspirations and call attention to the deterioration of constitutional order (S. Res. 344), S8766 [17DE]

Obama, President: evaluation of Middle East policies, S3151 [19MY], S3213 [23MY]

Russia: human rights violations, S54 [5JA], S7180 [8NO]

———U.S. policy, S8395-S8398 [7DE]

Saudi Arabia: encourage political participation by women (S. Res. 216), S5049 [29JY]

Slovenia: independence anniversary (S. Res. 212), S3979 [21JN], S4021 [22JN]

South Sudan: congratulate for referendum on independence, call for peaceful resolution of issues with Sudan, and promote human rights, democracy efforts, and access to aid (S. Con. Res. 25), S4644 [18JY], S4669 [19JY]

Syria: U.S. policy, S2491 [14AP]

Taiwan: observance of National Day, S6323 [6OC]

Voting: impact of State voting reform laws labeled as ``voter suppression'' legislation, S5446 [8SE], S6981 [1NO], S8724 [16DE]

Women: honor and support women in North Africa and the Middle East (S. Res. 109), S1899 [28MR], S2552 [14AP]

World Press Freedom Day: observance, S2615 [3MY]

Reports

Egypt Assessment—Report on Trip to Cairo, Egypt: R. Leslie Deak, E1396-E1398 [25JY]

Egypt Trip: Representative Wolf, E1251 [7JY]

Human Rights Crisis in Puerto Rico—First Amendment Under Siege: ACLU of Puerto Rico, H1458 [2MR]

Overview—Voting Law Changes in 2012: Brennan Center for Justice, New York University School of Law, E2017 [4NO]

Reports filed

Commend Holding of Fair, Free, and Democratic Elections in Tunisia and Affirm U.S. National Interest of Democratic Reforms and Economic Development: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. Res. 316), S8148 [1DE]

Honor and Support Women in North Africa and the Middle East: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. Res. 109), S2386 [12AP]

Political Participation by Women in Saudi Arabia: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. Res. 216), S4960 [27JY]

Statements

Israeli Independence Anniversary: Israel Zoberman, E858 [11MY]

U.N. and French Forces Actions in Cote d'Ivoire in Post-Election Crisis: Yoweri Museveni, President of Uganda, S2379 [12AP]

Texts of

H.J. Res. 66, Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act import restrictions renewal approval, S5665 [15SE], H5266 [20JY]

H.R. 515, Belarus Democracy and Human Rights Act, S8611 [14DE], H4632-H4634 [6JY]

S. 9, Political Reform and Gridlock Elimination Act, S129 [25JA]

S. Con. Res. 25, congratulate South Sudan for referendum on independence, call for peaceful resolution of issues with Sudan, and promote human rights, democracy efforts, and access to aid, S4643, S4644 [18JY]

S. Res. 44, support democracy, universal rights, and the peaceful transition to a representative government in Egypt, S552, S558 [3FE]

S. Res. 51, Greece independence anniversary, S757 [15FE], S1874 [17MR]

S. Res. 73, condemn ongoing violence against demonstrators, human rights violations, and suppression of electronic communication in Iran, support democracy and universal rights, and release political prisoners, S918, S925 [17FE]

S. Res. 85, commend democracy efforts in Libya, condemn human rights violations against protesters, and support U.N. efforts on arms embargo, freezing assets, and ensuring safety of foreigners and citizens, S1068, S1076 [1MR]

S. Res. 102, commend peaceful protesters in Libya, condemn use of violence, support no-fly zone, call for Muammar Qaddafi to step down, and recognize Libyan Transitional National Council as governing authority, S1682 [15MR]

S. Res. 105, condemn recent elections in Belarus and call for immediate release of all political prisoners and for new elections that meet international standards, S1851-S1853, S1876 [17MR]

S. Res. 109, honor and support women in North Africa and the Middle East, S1899 [28MR], S2552 [14AP]

S. Res. 140, commend members of Brigada de Asalto 2506 (Assault Brigade 2506) involved in the Bay of Pigs operation and continue to promote democracy and human rights in Cuba, S2398 [12AP]

S. Res. 146, prohibit U.S. military intervention in Libya, ensure NATO members dedicate resources necessary to meet objectives, and urge Arab League members to provide additional military and financial assistance, S2539 [14AP]

S. Res. 194, support democratic transition in Libya, commend U.S. Armed Forces and promote limited use to enforce U.N. resolutions, and advocate departure of Muammar Qaddafi from power and distribution of frozen assets, S3229 [23MY]

S. Res. 208, recognize U.S. visit of Mongolian President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj, commend efforts at advancing democratic reforms, and promote economic, academic, and cultural advancements, S3841, S3848 [15JN]

S. Res. 212, Slovenia independence anniversary, S3976, S3979 [21JN]

S. Res. 216, encourage political participation by women in Saudi Arabia, S4103 [23JN], S5050 [29JY]

S. Res. 220, commemorate opening of Tom Lantos Institute in Budapest, Hungary, S4236, S4239 [29JN]

S. Res. 252, enhance security ties with the Philippines, expand economic relationship, promote bilateral ties with the U.S., and strengthen democratic institutions, maritime security, infrastructure, and military professionalism, S5268 [2AU]

S. Res. 316, commend Tunisia for holding fair, free, and democratic elections and affirm U.S. national interest of democratic reforms and economic development, S7194 [8NO]

S. Res. 317, congratulate Libya on liberation from the dictatorship led by Muammar Qaddafi, commend military operations, and affirm U.S. national interest of democratic reforms, S7195 [8NO]

S. Res. 344, support democratic aspirations and call attention to the deterioration of constitutional order in Nicaragua, S8377 [6DE]

S. Res. 350, support democratic, transparent, and fair elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, S8776 [17DE]

S.J. Res. 17, Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act import restrictions renewal approval, S3449 [26MY]