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The Shocking Truth About North Korean Human Rights Abuse
Posted by Administrator on March 27, 2014
This week, as chairman of the House Subcommittee on Asia and Pacific, I convened a hearing to discuss the shocking truth of North Korean tyranny. One of the witnesses testifying was Grace Minhee Jo, a survivor who experienced the horrors of North Korea's tortuous regime first hand. Her story is heartbreaking, but her perspective is invaluable. In her testimony, she recalled how her father and pregnant mother were taken away by the state and tortured for months-on-end, as punishment for crossing the border into China to purchase food for their starving family. She also described the pain of learning about how her father was beaten with a club until it broke, starved, and ultimately passed away on a train, which was taking him to a prison camp. She conveyed that North Korea is: "A country that beats people to death like they are animals for having a religion; a country that [sentences] a family of three generations for one family member’s trivial comment; a country that requires a travel permit for someone to attend his or her parents’ funeral… In novels, books, biographies, and poems, nothing else can be written but praises of the Great Leader. It is a country with absolutely no freedom." The time for willful blindness of North Korea's abuses must come to an end. I encourage you to read and share Grace's story HERE.
Week in Review
Posted by Administrator on March 24, 2014 On Monday, Rep. Steve Chabot met with University of Cincinnati President Santa Ono and Vice President for Government Relations and University Communications Greg Vehr.
Last week, Rep. Steve Chabot visited with Israeli Ambassador Ron Dermer. The two discussed the importance of the U.S.-Israel relationship and emerging threats to peace in the Middle East.
Week in Review
Posted by on March 11, 2014 On Tuesday morning, I hosted neighborhood office hours in Turtlecreek Township. Thanks to all of the residents that came out to speak with me!
Week in Review
Posted by Administrator on February 27, 2014
In the District
This week started with open office hours in Saylor Park. As always, the residents were extremely welcoming! I appreciated speaking with them about the local and national issues impacting their lives.
National Down Syndrome Society Down Syndrome has always been a cause dear to my heart. This week, I met with parents from the National Down Syndrome Association about legislation that would allow them to plan and save for their child's future. I am a cosponsor of this legislation, and it is my hope that it will pass the House in the very near future.
Cincinnati Parks Board I sat down with the Cincinnati Parks Board to discuss the planning, development, and building of the central riverfront park. An improved and beautified waterfront park will continue to attract new businesses and people to our wonderful community, and will improve the quality of life for all of our residents.
Legislation: The House passed legislation this week that would promote greater transparency and accountability of the federal government. Specifically, these bills would curb unnecessary regulations by requiring agencies to measure the impact that new rules would have on small businesses and the economy and stop the IRS from targeting groups based on political affiliation.
Week in Review
Posted by on February 20, 2014
I do my best to represent the district well, and a large part of that is understanding what families and individuals in the district think about issues facing our nation. So, when you have thoughts about a particular piece of legislation, an idea for a bill that would make our community and nation stronger, or you just want to say 'hello' please reach out to me. You can email me, call my office at (513) 684-2723 or (202) 225-2216, or you can connect via social media. I am active on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Instagram. Have a great weekend!
Week in Review
Posted by Administrator on February 10, 2014 The Greater Harrison Chamber of Commerce and Sharonville and Springboro Town Halls On Thursday, I had a number of events throughout the district, starting with a meeting at the Greater Harrison Chamber of Commerce to discuss small businesses and job creation. Following that engagement, I hosted a town hall event for residents of Sharonville, and later that evening, I traveled to Springboro for another town hall event. As always, it was a pleasure to speak with so many Ohioans and I appreciate everyone that participated.
Walnut Hills Office Hours On Monday, I hosted neighborhood office hours in Walnut Hills. It was great speaking with so many residents about issues important to them and to our community.
Week in Review
Posted by Administrator on February 3, 2014 Yesterday, I had the opportunity to visit with members of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, a group organized more than 100 years ago by 22 students at Howard University. Together, members use their collective strength to promote academic achievement and improve their communities.
This week, I also hosted a Google Hangout with Harrison High School seniors to discuss American government. The students prepared very thoughtful questions, with topics ranging from job creation to the balance of power between Congress and the White House. Thanks to those who participated!
Earlier in the week, I held open office hours at the Westwood Library. As always, it was a pleasure meeting with members of the community. Please be sure to watch our website for future neighborhood office hour dates and locations. You can also call my office at (202) 225-2216 to schedule a meeting at my Cincinnati office.
Finally, in my role as Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia and Pacific, I met with human rights activists to discuss their work advancing basic freedoms and respect for the rule of law in China. Attending the meeting were Bob Fu of ChinaAid and Xia Jun, a Christian human rights lawyer. The meeting is particularly timely given the ongoing examination by Congress of America’s future in Asia, which is the subject of a House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee hearing on Wednesday.
Week in Review
Posted by Administrator on January 31, 2014 This week, the President delivered his fifth State of the Union address to Congress and the nation. My guest for this year's speech was Captain John Orosz, a wounded warrior from the 101st Airborne (pictured below).
On the whole, I was disappointed with the speech. I think the American people want us to work together to find solutions to our nation’s problems. Instead, the President offered much of the same rhetoric that he has in years past. You can read my full reaction HERE, and be sure to share your thoughts by tweeting me @RepSteveChabot or emailing me.
I also met with several other individuals this week, including constituents from the National Federation for the Blind, young advocates from the Religious Action Center, and even the Ambassador of South Korea.
Week in Review
Posted by Administrator on January 24, 2014
This week marked the 41st anniversary of Roe v. Wade. To commemorate this solemn occasion, thousands of pro-life Americans converged on Washington to participate in the annual March for Life rally. Rep. Brad Wenstrup and I hosted a reception for those Cincinnatians who braved the weather in order to stand up for the rights of the unborn. Click on the Facebook album below to see pictures from the event.
As you likely know, I am ardently pro-life, and I feel that protecting the rights of the unborn is one of the most important duties of any elected official. Last week, the House Judiciary Committee, of which I am a member, passed legislation that would prevent your tax dollars from being spent on abortions. You can view my opening statement from last week's hearing on this important bill by clicking on the image below.
Week in Review
Posted by Administrator on January 17, 2014
This week, as Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Asia and Pacific, I convened a hearing to examine maritime sovereignty issues of the East and South China Seas. During this hearing, policy experts explained the significance of these disputes, and why a seemingly regional issue carries serious international implications.
Also happening this week, the Small Business Subcommittee on Investigations, Oversight, and Regulations, held a hearing to examine the issue of crowdfunding, and how the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed rules regarding crowdfunding will impact entrepreneurs seeking capital. I believe that crowdfunding represents an innovative tool that will allow businesses startups and entrepreneurs the private financing necessary to bring their business to scale. It is my goal to see-to-it that the federal government doesn't ruin this innovative financing model with heavy-handed regulations and burdensome red tape. You can read more about this hearing by clicking HERE. |