On the recordSeptember 2, 2008
Today's decision to answer our call for $1 billion in assistance is an important step forward in supporting the people of Georgia and standing up to Russia's aggression.
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presidency.ucsb.eduBarack Obama: “Today's decision to answer our call for $1 billion in assistance is an important step forward in supporting the people…”
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Statement of Senator Barack Obama Welcoming Support for His Call for $1 billion in Assistance to Georgia
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