[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16855]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                      ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES

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                          HON. DARRELL E. ISSA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 11, 2001

  Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, like many Americans, I woke up this morning 
after not getting much sleep, with a broken heart and a tremendous 
feeling of sadness and anger. There are still so many questions 
unanswered and so much emotion tied in our hearts.
  While we see these horrible events, feel these tremendous feelings, 
and listen to these unbearable stories, we must remember that we are 
Americans. Throughout history Americans have shown the world what 
freedom is, and more importantly, what freedom costs. While we share 
this planet with evil, we will not let evil triumph.
  To the victims and to the friends and families of those who have 
perished, I want you to know that your country--your American family--
is praying for you and shares this burden with you.
  To those responsible for the unspeakable horrors our country has 
endured, I say to you: You should not sleep another night peacefully, 
you should not eat another meal without looking over your shoulder, and 
you should never have rest because we will find you. Justice will be 
done.

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