[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 63 (Thursday, April 19, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E800]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   OFFERING HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO THE VICTIMS AND THEIR FAMILIES 
   REGARDING THE HORRIFIC VIOLENCE AT VIRGINIA TECH AND TO STUDENTS, 
  FACULTY, ADMINISTRATION AND STAFF AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO HAVE BEEN 
                                AFFECTED

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                               speech of

                         HON. CHRISTOPHER SHAYS

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 18, 2007

  Mr. SHAYS. Mr. Speaker, the thoughts and prayers of the entire Nation 
go out to the families and friends of those who lost loved ones.
  What happened at Virginia Tech on Monday was a senseless tragedy and 
it is important for us to come together and find strength at such a sad 
time.
  This is a time of profound mourning as there are few things more 
heart wrenching than the loss of so many young lives.
  The sight of students and faculty coming together to comfort and 
support each other, however, is a stirring reminder of our Nation's 
resolve.
  Mr. Speaker, this resolution has my support and the support of 
everyone who lives in the Fourth Congressional District.

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