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Pelosi Statement on Supporting Our Troops in the Persian Gulf
Washington, D.C. -- House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement at a press conference this morning with Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle, Senate Democratic Whip Harry Reid, and House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer to support our troops in the Persian Gulf:
"Today, the thoughts and prayers of all Americans are with our military forces and their families.
"There is no heavier burden for a President and no more solemn choice for this nation than to send our brave men and women in uniform into battle.
"As Commander-in-Chief, President Bush has made that decision.
"As Americans, we stand behind our men and women in uniform and their commander, our commander in chief. When we go into battle, despite our differences on policy, it will be one team, one fight.
"As a Congress, charged by the United States Constitution with providing for the common defense, we pledge today to our armed forces and their families: you will have the support you need in the difficult and dangerous days ahead - both to win this war and to secure the peace.
"Three weeks ago, I was in the Persian Gulf, and I had the privilege of meeting some of the courageous forces now risking their lives in Iraq.
"Our men and women in uniform are an inspiration. They waved goodbye to their wives, husbands and children. And they endured daily hardships over many months to enhance America’s diplomatic leverage. They are focused on their mission, motivated by a profound love of country and prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice.
"They are the best trained, the best equipped, and the best led force for peace the world has ever seen. And every American is eternally grateful to these patriots.
"Today, America’s sons and daughters in Iraq have answered the call of their country. We pray for the swift and successful disarmament of Iraq with the least possible loss of life among our forces and the civilians of Iraq. We pray for the safe return of our forces into the loving arms of their families. And when our troops come home, we will honor them as the heroes they are. And if they do not come home, we will support their families and honor their heroic deeds.
"May God bless our courageous forces and their brave families.
"May God bless the President of the United States.
"And may God bless America."
“ Democrats are united in presenting a New Direction for America, one that will make our nation as strong as its people, one that brings opportunity, security, and prosperity to all Americans. ”
Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi
