Ron Kind: “Now is the time for all of us to join together, not as Republicans and Democrats, but as Americans, to express our…”

“Now is the time for all of us to join together, not as Republicans and Democrats, but as Americans, to express our support and offer our prayers to the young men and women in American uniform who are responsible for carrying out the current military operation against Saddam Hussein. Whatever our troubles and conflicts may be at home at this time, I submit that they are rather unimportant compared to the sacrifice these young men and women and their families are making at this time. I am convinced now more than ever that this was the right decision at the right time and for the right reason. I want to just take a moment to thank our British friends and allies who have been partners in peace with us standing together against tyranny to help ensure peace and stability, not only in the Persian Gulf, but throughout the world. Let me conclude by offering my heartfelt thanks and prayers to the military personnel and their families for the sacrifice they make to their country.”