As readers of this site know, the situation for Copts and other Christians in Egypt is truly dire . On October 1, the House of Representatives Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations will hold a hearing on the situation. Speakers include Bishop Angaelos of the Coptic Church, author Samuel Tadros , and Rutgers Professor Morad Abou-Sabe. The hearing will be webcast live. Details are here .