[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 70 (Thursday, May 7, 2009)]
[House]
[Page H5313]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       ISRAEL THREATENED BY IRAN

  (Mr. HERGER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. HERGER. Madam Speaker, as Congress commemorates the 61st 
anniversary of the independence of Israel, I rise to express my deep 
concern that the future of this nation is gravely threatened by Iran's 
pursuit of nuclear weapons.
  Iran's radical regime only desires the demise of Israel and longs for 
regional dominance. It is now on the cusp of acquiring the weapons 
needed to potentially achieve both.
  Nations that value liberty and peace must stand strongly against 
Iran's dangerous behavior. The United States must confront this looming 
crisis with resolve and strength.
  I have cosponsored the Iran Sanctions Enabling Act, which would 
significantly undermine Iran's lucrative energy sector. Congress should 
pass this legislation and show our steadfast support for Israel.

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