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Thompson Statement on the Death of Osama bin Laden

For Immediate Release                                    Contact: Cory C. Horton

May 2, 2011                                                                   202-225-5876


Thompson Statement on the Death of Osama bin Laden

BOLTON, MISSISSIPPI—Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released the following statement regarding the announcement by President Barack Obama that Osama bin Laden was killed by American armed forces:

“Nearly ten years after the horrific attacks on 9/11 costing thousands of lives, the United States has killed Osama bin Laden, the leader of al Qaeda and mastermind of the attacks,” said Thompson.  “This is an enormous victory – both strategic and symbolic – for the United States, the world, and all who lost their lives on 9/11.  This could not have been done without great, tireless effort from our military and intelligence community.  Almost a decade of hard work and perseverance has paid off.  I commend the President and his Administration on a job well done.  Although we will all feel safer in a world without bin Laden, the fight against terrorism worldwide continues and we will remain steadfast in this effort.  No matter how long it takes, those who do us harm will be brought to justice.”

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