We cannot allow Vladimir Putin, or any other dictator, to change the boundaries of a country, by force, and to take on a sovereign country, a democratically-elected government.
David Cicilline
The Public Record
David Nicola Cicilline is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Rhode Island's 1st congressional district since January 5, 2011. A member of the Democratic Party, Cicilline has focused on issues such as economic development, healthcare, and civil rights during his tenure in Congress. He previously served as the Mayor of Providence, Rhode Island, from 2003 to 2011, where he worked on urban revitalization and public safety initiatives.
The fact that we are unified that he heard the message, from NATO, and the European allies, the United States, that we are all on the same page, that if he takes a step, to invade Ukraine, he will suffer serious consequences, really…
I think what President Zelensky is saying is he understands that. But he also understands that it's important that he protect the economy of Ukraine, the investment environment, the daily lives of Ukrainians.
Vladimir Putin is threatened by Ukraine, because it's a democracy, right on his border.
The Ukrainians are seeking help, not only for the United States, but from many of their European allies, both in terms of weapons systems, and ammunition, and all the things you need to fight.
The Ukrainians have been dealing with Russian aggression, for a number of years.
This is - they're very proud people. They're ready to fight. But they're going to need support.
I just wish we heard the same enthusiasm about the importance of prosecuting the smash and grabs and the violence that occurred on January 6.
It is good to have some of our Republican colleagues now so concerned about that and we welcome their newfound enthusiasm or interest in this area.
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