On the recordSeptember 9, 2013
The Syrian Government crossed a red line in the use of chemical weapons for which the world community needs to respond, not just the United States.
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congress.govThe Syrian Government crossed a red line in the use of chemical weapons for which the world community needs to respond, not just the United States.
Shays emphasizes the need for international response to Syria's chemical weapons use.
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