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Version 00 · Introduced in Senate · May 25, 2000
Extends support to the majority of the citizens of the Republic of Zimbabwe who are committed to peace, economic prosperity, and an open, transparent parliamentary election process.Urges the Government of Zimbabwe to enforce the rule of law and fulfill its responsibility to protect the political and civil rights of all citizens.Expresses support for international efforts to assist with land reform which are consistent with accepted principles of international law and which take place after the holding of free and fair parliamentary elections. Condemns government- directed violence against farm workers, farmers, and opposition party members.Encourages the local media, civil society, and all political parties to work together toward a campaign environment conducive to free, transparent and fair elections within the legally prescribed period. Calls for: (1) international support for voter education, domestic and international election monitoring, and violence monitoring activities; ; and (2) the United States to continue to monitor violence and condemn brutality against law abiding citizens.Congratulates all the democratic reform activists in Zimbabwe for their resolve to bring about political change peacefully, even in the face of violence and intimidation.Expresses desire for a lasting, warm, and mutually beneficial relationship between the United States and a democratic, peaceful Zimbabwe.
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Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] · R–AZ
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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