Sam Brownback: “I want to particularly direct attention to the immigration provisions…”

On the recordOctober 25, 2001

I want to particularly direct attention to the immigration provisions in the bill. Last month, our Nation was attacked by extremists who hoped to undermine our way of life and the liberties we enjoy. These individuals and the groups they represent want our country to recoil in terror and capitulate to fear. This we will not do. We have before us today legislation that stands firm before those who mean us harm. This antiterrorism package, the product of an earnest bipartisan effort, is an intelligent and thorough response to the immediate security needs of our Nation. I commend in particular the immigration provisions of this legislation, which will strengthen our immigration laws to better combat terrorism. This antiterrorist package will enhance the ability of our consuls overseas and our immigration officers at home to intercept and remove both alien terrorists and those who support them.

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Sam Brownback

Republican · Kansas

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Editor's note · Context

Discussing immigration provisions in the antiterrorism bill following the September 11 attacks.

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Sam Brownback: “I want to particularly direct attention to the immigration provisions in the bill. Last month, our Nation was attacked…”

Editor's note · Context