Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Human Rights Advocate Harry Wu

"Harry Wu will forever be remembered for his courage in confronting oppression, injustice, and the brutal human rights abuses perpetuated against political prisoners in his native China.  With his passing, the world has lost a global champion for freedom and democracy.

"After surviving torturous imprisonment in China, Harry dedicated his life to exposing the truth about prison camps.  As a proud American citizen, Harry often testified before Congress about the brutal, so-called reform through work system, which has been allegedly abolished in China.  Harry's life work, including founding the Laogai Research Foundation and Laogai Museum, honors the memory of laogai victims, survivors, and political prisoners around the world.

"May Harry's legacy endure in the United States, China, and beyond.  May it be a comfort to his family, and all who admired this great humanitarian, that so many join in their grief during this difficult time."