Homeland Security and the War on Terror

Understandably this war is viewed differently by all, but I must reiterate the President’s words and my position, “We do not create terrorism by fighting the terrorists. We invite terrorism by ignoring them.” The men and women of our armed services have made great strides in the War on Terror and the rebuilding of Iraq. To win the War on Terror we must remain vigilant and determined, and united in support of our troops. Although rarely reported by the media, there is undeniable progress and hope in Iraq with each new day. The Iraqi people have proven they long for freedom and will continue to fight the terrorists by establishing a free, democratically elected government. However, our work is not done, and we must continue supporting the work of the bravest men and women on the planet, the United States Armed Forces. A Major in the United States Army currently serving his 3rd tour in Iraq is quoted recently as saying, “For every vividly portrayed suicide bombing, there are hundreds of thousands of people living quiet, if often uncertain, lives. For every depressing story of unrest and instability, there is an untold story of potential and hope. The impression of Iraq as an unfathomable quagmire is false and dangerously misleading.” It is for this very reason that we must support our military by acknowledging their accomplishments and supporting their efforts to infiltrate terrorist organizations and work towards freedom and democracy in Iraq.

Homeland Security and the War on Terror Related Documents:

WE MUST STAND FIRM IN THE GLOBAL WAR ON TERROR (Foxx Report) July 1, 2006

FOXX SECURES $3.4 MILLION FOR DEFENSE RESEARCH IN YADKIN COUNTY (Press Release) June 21, 2006

FOXX: AMERICA WILL PREVAIL IN GLOBAL WAR ON TERROR (Press Release) June 16, 2006

FOXX COMMENDS U.S. FORCES FOR DEFEATING AL-ZARQAWI (Press Release) June 8, 2006

FOXX VOTES TO EQUIP TROOPS, GUARD BORDER, PROTECT VETERANS' HEALTH BENEFITS (Press Release) May 11, 2006

FOXX WORKS TO BOLSTER BORDER SECURITY (Press Release) October 6, 2005

STRONG RELATIONSHIP WITH ISRAEL VITAL TO U.S. INTERESTS (Foxx Report) September 1, 2005

FOXX ACTS TO STRENGTHEN INTELLIGENCE, HOMELAND SECURITY (Press Release) June 21, 2005

FOXX ACTS TO EQUIP TROOPS, GUARD BORDERS, PROTECT LIFE (Press Release) May 25, 2005

FOXX VOTES TO INCREASE FUNDING FOR HOMELAND SECURITY (Press Release) May 19, 2005

FOXX VOTES TO GIVE TROOPS MORE EQUIPMENT, TRAINING (Press Release) March 16, 2005

FOXX VOTES TO PROVIDE FUNDS FOR DEFENSE, BORDER SECURITY (Press Release) May 5, 2005

Homeland Security and the War on Terror Related Links:

Department of Defense (DOD)  The Department of Defense manages a comprehensive inventory of installations and facilities to ensure our nation has all the assets necessary to keep Americans safe.

Department of Homeland Security  The Department of Homeland Security is committed to working with citizens, private industry, trade organizations, and all levels of government to keep America safe and to foster the freedoms that we cherish.

North Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety  The N.C. Department of Crime Control and Public Safety strives to reduce crime, enhance public safety and assist victims throughout North Carolina.

Homeland Security and the War on Terror Related Legislation:

H.R. 1268: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Tsunami Relief, 2005

H.R. 1815: The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006

H.R. 1817: Department of Homeland Security Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006

H.R. 418: the Real I.D. Act

H.R. 2360: the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Appropriations Act