[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 57 (Monday, May 2, 2011)]
[House]
[Page H2925]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  WE WILL PREVAIL IN THE WAR ON TERROR

  (Mr. DesJARLAIS asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute.)
  Mr. DesJARLAIS. Like all Americans, I was relieved to hear the news 
that the world's most notorious terrorist would no longer be able to 
pose a threat to those who seek peace and freedom. We owe a great deal 
of gratitude to our brave men and women serving in uniform, as well as 
our intelligence officers, for successfully bringing down Osama bin 
Laden and scoring a major victory in the fight against terrorism. These 
individuals truly deserve our Nation's deepest appreciation for the 
selfless work they do in order to keep us safe.
  Unfortunately, this occasion is bittersweet. As we reflect on those 
that laid down their lives in defending our freedom, these individuals 
made the ultimate sacrifice to ensure that we enjoy the precious 
blessings of liberty. While there is nothing that can replace the lives 
that have been lost, I hope that their loved ones can take some solace 
in the fact that the man responsible for September 11 has been brought 
to justice. Yesterday should send a clear message to those that engage 
in terrorist activities that we will find you and you will pay for your 
crimes. We are America, a Nation built by and defended by heroes, and 
we will prevail in the war on terror.

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