Foreign Affairs
American leadership abroad is more necessary than ever due to a complex global landscape, evolving national security threats, and political instability around the globe. Whether in Syria, Ukraine, Western Europe or Israel, the evolving nature of our international relations requires us to continuously reevaluate what measures are necessary to really keep America safe.
While in Congress, I’ve supported a focused foreign policy that curbs runaway defense spending and instead invests in intelligence, international development, humanitarian aid, global health and direct diplomacy. I am proud to be the co-chair of the International Basic Education Caucus and belong to a number of Diaspora focused caucuses representative of the rich multi-ethnic heritage of Chicago and the Fifth District. While not perfect, I voted in favor of the Iran Nuclear deal and have fought for the continuation of the U.S. Syrian refugee resettlement effort. I have been a vocal champion for the Visa Waiver Program and have introduced the Visa Waiver Program Enhanced Security and Reform Act and the JOLT Act to make the program more secure and viable for future generations. And, as a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I have fought to fund critical programs that combat HIV/AIDS and promote international development like PEPFAR, USAID, and the Strategic Climate Fund.
American values and culture represent our most important global exports. We must invest in a foreign policy designed at its core to build people up and tear walls down. That’s true American leadership.
Rep. Mike Quigley spoke to his colleagues on the House floor on the importance of the United States’ relationship with Israel as an ally and friend.
Rep. Quigley showed support for the continued acceptance of Syrian and Iraqi refugees and encouraged additional funding specific to refugee resettlement.
Rep. Mike Quigley offered an amendment to the fiscal year 2016 Homeland Security appropriations bill that would authorize the Secretary of Homeland Security to admit Poland as a program country under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP).
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Jan 26, 2014
Speeches
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) condemns violent force against peaceful protestors in Ukraine and reiterates his support for the people's fight for a free and democratic country.
Jan 9, 2014
Speeches
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) urges America to remain vigilant with regards to a nuclear Iran.
Dec 5, 2013
Press Release
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) released the following statement on the death of civil rights leader and former South African President Nelson Mandela.
Dec 3, 2013
Press Release
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) released the following statement on the Ukrainian government’s use of violence in response to demonstrators in Kyiv.
Nov 1, 2013
Editorials
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