[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 17026]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



   EXPRESSING SENSE OF SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES REGARDING 
            TERRORIST ATTACKS LAUNCHED AGAINST UNITED STATES

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                               speech of

                           HON. JIM MATHESON

                                of utah

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 11, 2001

  Mr. MATHESON. Mr. Speaker, Tuesday, September 11, 2001 now marks a 
day that no American will forget. America was faced with unfathomable 
tragedy at the hands of cowardly terrorists. The very freedom that we 
hold so dear was assaulted and our country must search for, find, and 
hold accountable those who are in any way responsible for these violent 
acts.
  As a nation, we must focus our attention toward proving our resolve 
and joining our fellow neighbors in healing our country. We are strong, 
proud and free country and our government will fight to protect all 
those ideals that make us such a strong nation.
  We must now give of ourselves to our community. I urge you to 
remember that there are many heroes who have given selflessly to our 
neighbors at this time of tragedy. Fire, rescue, police personnel and 
countless others have put their lives in danger to save those victims 
of this terrible crime. For that courage, we must thank them and 
remember that these people give their lives daily to protect our 
freedom.
  The leaders of our country will now focus on ensuring that justice is 
served. We should be rational about our strategy, we will focus on 
protecting our future and promise to uphold your freedom and your every 
liberty.
  Pray for those who are grieving. Stand proud of our great country. 
Know that your government will vigorously pursue those guilty with all 
available resources.

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