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WASHINGTON,
D.C. – U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), Chief Deputy Whip, today
said that she stands ready to work with her Republican and Democratic colleagues
in Congress as the United States plans its response to the humanitarian
crisis that resulted from the tsunamis that struck Asia. Schakowsky
added that constituents who wish to assist with tsunami relief efforts
may go to her website at www.house.gov/schakowsky to get more information.
“The
worldwide response to this human tragedy, which measures the loss of life
in the hundreds of thousands and those at immediate risk in the millions,
was swift and generous. The United States has joined the world in
a mission of compassion to save lives and help those tsunami-torn nations
with a promise of at least $350 million in aid and military personnel on
the ground to assist the victims,” Schakowsky said.
She
added, “As the sole super power, we have a unique opportunity to demonstrate
to the world our nation’s compassion by using our vast wealth, boundless
resources and logistical support to bring about a measure of relief to
the millions of people suffering today in Asia. And the Bush Administration
has a chance to improve the image of the United States among the Islamic
and developing nations, our allies and to work in close cooperation with
the United Nations and the international community as we lead the world
in responding to this disaster.”
“I
stand ready to work with my Republican and Democratic colleagues as we
plan our nation’s response to this horrific humanitarian calamity,” Schakowsky
concluded.
The
109th Congress will convene tomorrow, and Members of Congress are expected
to discuss the U.S. response to the disaster in the upcoming weeks. |
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