Chinese authorities in the United States have extensive intelligence files on Chinese students in this country. This evidence would be used against them if they were forced to return to China. President Bush was wrong to veto H.R. 2712. which extends to the Chinese students the full protection of immigration law. The White House claims that the legislation is not necessary to ensure their safety. But Presidential administrative directives can be changed as easily as they are established. The Presidents directives could also be subject to court challenge because it is not clear that the President has the power to grant blanket waivers to all visa holders. We need a law which clearly expresses our support of these Chinese students. A congressional bill will be a signal to Chinese reformers that their struggle is not forgotten.
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