American Quote by Christopher A. Wray
“As Americans, we should all be concerned by the potential for any company beholden to a foreign government - especially one that doesn't share our values - to burrow into the American telecommunications market.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Testimony, 2023
U.S. should guard telecom infrastructure from foreign‑controlled companies that may conflict with national values.
In simple terms: Protect critical tech from hostile foreign influence.
Strengthen security vetting of telecom firms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- economic interdependence
- global supply chains
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to ensure innovation while limiting risk?
- What standards define “foreign‑controlled”?
Balancing openness with security is complex.