We're dealing here with different cultures, and although we must continue to express our concerns in a very vigorous and a very forthright manner, we must understand that human rights is one of a whole constellation of issues in which our government engages the Chinese government and the Chinese people.

The bridges are still intact.

If you want to treat China as an enemy, you have a much better chance of making them an enemy than if you treat them as a potential friend.

The problem ... is that this whole thing could spin out of control.

We have to recognize that there are limits on how we can influence the policy not just of China but many other countries on the whole question of human rights.