Political Quotes

“I join Chairman McCain and Ranking Member Reed in the very eloquent remarks they have provided in support of the Special Immigrant Visa Program for Afghans who have assisted our men and women on the ground serving in Afghanistan. Chairman McCain mentioned the letter from GEN Stanley McChrystal. I would like to read a few sentences from this letter that was sent to all the Members of Congress. General McChrystal says: The U.S. military presence in Afghanistan relies on allies who serve as translators, security personnel, and in a multitude of other functions. All of these actors are vital to the U.S. mission, whether [they] work directly or indirectly with U.S. forces. Afghans who served the United States in non-military capacities or in support of the Department of State face serious threats as a result of their service. He goes on to say: If this program falls far short of the need, it will have serious national security implications. We have received similar letters from GEN John Campbell, who was head of the forces in Afghanistan, and from General Nicholson, who is currently the general and commander of resolute support of United States Forces-Afghanistan. Ryan Crocker, a former Ambassador in Afghanistan, has been very eloquent in the need to continue to support this program and make sure those Afghans who have stood with our American soldiers can come to the United States.…”