Lee Terry: “this is a simple measure but heartfelt. There is no way to express our feelings of grief and sorrow for the American…”

“this is a simple measure but heartfelt. There is no way to express our feelings of grief and sorrow for the American citizens who are dead and injured from this horrible, gruesome, barbarism that struck our Nation yesterday and our cities of New York and Washington. My condolences go out to all of the innocent people who suffered from the brutality of these world terrorists who sought out the innocent to complete their cruel missions. Those who committed this atrocity are, simply put, the scum of the Earth and they must be punished. The acts of terrorism must not be the daily concerns of Americans. We must be able to feel secure in our homes. Acts of terrorism must be stopped. As a Member of Congress, I will work to make sure that the terrorist organizations that carried out this horrible act and those who helped them and protect them are destroyed. I am willing to commit all the resources necessary to accomplish this goal. Our President stated yesterday, "Our resolve has been tested, and we will show the world that we will pass that test." I agree. I can only add that our action must be swift and decisive.”