Michelle Wu: “as a cosponsor of H. Res. 297, a resolution expressing sympathy for the victims of the devastating earthquake that…”

“as a cosponsor of H. Res. 297, a resolution expressing sympathy for the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Taiwan on September 21, 1999, I would like to express my strong support for this important legislation. Had I been able to be in Washington today, I would have enthusiastically cast my vote in the affirmative. As the first member of the U.S. House of Representatives born on Taiwan, I would first like to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to the people of Taiwan. I hope in these challenging times that they find comfort in family and loved ones. Since the earthquake shook Nantou and Taichung, Taiwan, thousands of homes and families were damaged or destroyed. Thousands of individuals lay dead, missing, and injured. I feel a great sense of sadness for all that were affected by this tragic incident. I commend the Taiwanese people for their display of strength, courage, and determination. Indeed, the tasks of rebuilding homes and comforting loved ones lay dauntingly ahead. I am confident that my colleagues, the President, and the international community will provide the necessary assistance to help the people of Taiwan rebuild their homes and family.”