James T. Walsh: “We share the hopes of the Irish people that the current impasse in the Northern Ireland peace process will be broken…”

Cord blood has proven to be very effective for many lifesaving purposes. We need to support this research. I would urge a ``yes'' vote on the amendment.

Peace may well come soon to Northern Ireland.

If they know this bill will be vetoed, if they know that our troops need food and ammunition and armor and equipment quickly, and if they know that the families of our troops need a paycheck, following a veto strategy seems to be nothing…

We urge all political leaders in the North to recommit themselves to the spirit and letter of the Good Friday Agreement.