Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of Congressmen Allred and Reschenthaler's resolution affirming the importance of the United States-Iraq relationship. Iraq faces many challenges. ISIS cells are beginning to reemerge; coronavirus cases have climbed in recent months; and Iraq's economy, like much of the globe, is suffering. When Iraq grapples with such challenges, the United States must show up to demonstrate leadership and friendship. This bipartisan resolution expresses support for sovereign, democratic Iraq and strong relations between our two nations, while also highlighting the need to address humanitarian challenges facing Iraq, such as internal displacement, violence against minority religious and ethnic groups, and recovery of communities impacted by the counter-ISIS fight. H. Res. 1062 also calls on Iraq to take all necessary steps to protect United States diplomats and servicemembers. When diplomats are able to do their job safely, investment in a growing economy can follow, benefiting the Iraqi people and their livelihoods. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for putting forth this resolution, and I reserve the balance of my time. House of Representatives, Committee on Foreign Affairs, Washington, DC, November 11, 2020. Hon. Richard E. Neal, Committee on Ways and Means, House of Representatives, Washington, DC. Dear Chairman Neal: I am writing to you concerning H.Res.…”