| Barrow Delivers Floor Speech on Sudan |
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Congressman Barrow delivered the following remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives last night in support of the people of Sudan:
M. Speaker, "I rise today in support of the people of Sudan, and to pledge my continued commitment to achieving lasting peace and security for the Sudanese people. "Three years ago, I traveled to the Darfur region of Sudan as part of an official, bipartisan Congressional delegation. During that time, I was able to meet with a host of individuals, ranging from the President of Southern Sudan; United Nations peace keepers; ministers from the Government of Southern Sudan; the Speaker of Parliament; and rebel leader and Darfur Peace Agreement-signatory, Mr. Minni Minawi."Each one of these individuals holds an essential stake in peace. Sudan's democratic and geographic integrity – as well as the lives of its people – depend on the continued leadership of these and many other individuals. "This year, as we mark the 5th anniversary of the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement that put an end to Sudan's 21-year old civil war, I'm encouraged by the gains that have been made. But there is still much more work to be done. "The United States cannot and will not turn a blind eye to genocide in Darfur, or to corruption and poor leadership in any part of Sudan. Too much blood has been shed, and too many lives have been lost. "The United States must continue to work with our international allies to provide aid and promote peace – because that's the right thing to do. We should do everything we can to see to it that the citizens and leaders of Sudan come together, put an end to tribal violence, and commit themselves to the welfare of Sudan." ### Contact: Jane Brodsky (202) 225-2823
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Congressman Barrow Collecting “Holiday Cards for Our Troops”Congressman John Barrow (GA-12) is asking folks from Georgia's 12th District to participate in his annual "Holiday Cards for Our Troops" program. This is the fourth year Congressman Barrow has collected holiday cards for soldiers who are recovering from battle away from their families during the holiday ... Read more... |
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