However. the chairmans amendment clearly does not reflect the direction I had in mind. Yesterday I was encouraged to read that President Clinton is considering taking some modest steps toward altering the existing sanctions policy in favor of more communication and contact between the Cuban and American peopleand I must say I applauded that initiative. Existing United States policy. consisting of a rigidly enforced embargo and an aversion to any significant dialog with Cuba. has. as best I understand them. three goals: To promote a peaceful transition to democracy. to support economic liberalization. and to foster greater respect for human rights while controlling immigration from Cuba. These three goals have guided our national policy toward Cuba for 30 years. Mr.
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