Political Quotes

“I rise today out of concern over the serious internal terrorist attacks occurring in Indonesia. A terrorist extremist group, Laskar Jihad, led by a man by the name of Jafar Umar Thalib, has caused tremendous destruction, death, and internal displacement of the Indonesian people. In Poso, Central Sulawesi, villagers are presently fleeing in terror as Laskar Jihad attacks and burns their homes and kills innocent people. Credible reports in the news media have revealed links because the Laskar Jihad and the al Qaeda organization. During the attacks in Poso, foreigners from countries like Pakistan and Afghanistan have been seen among the terrorists. There is not only a strong ideological link, but also an important financial link between al Qaeda and Laskar Jihad. Mr. Speaker, it is vital that we work proactively with the Indonesian Government as their officials seek to appropriately respond to terrorism and as they continue to establish democracy and stability in their Nation. This is another front in the international war on terrorism that should be addressed.”