Chris Dodd: “I heard my colleague mention the tragedy that occurred in Spain, with the tremendous loss of life there as a result of a…”

“I heard my colleague mention the tragedy that occurred in Spain, with the tremendous loss of life there as a result of a terrorist attack, and we don't know whether it was ETA or another organization. I inform my colleagues that we drafted a resolution expressing our sense of outrage over these events. I chair the United States-Spain Council every year and have developed strong friendships with the people there. I know the budget matters are gripping our attention, but I ask the managers at some point to find a few minutes this evening to set aside the budget and express our sense of solidarity with the people of Spain, as well as our great sense of loss of what occurred. It is in connection directly to what my colleagues are offering on this amendment on homeland security, which I support. I hope we might express our unanimous support for the people in Spain.”