[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 13]
[Senate]
[Page 19186]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                 GREECE'S SUPPORT OF THE UNITED STATES

  Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, I rise today to thank Prime Minister of 
Greece Costas Simitis and President of Greece Kostis Stephanopoulos for 
their country's support of the United States in the aftermath of the 
September 11 attack on America. Prime Minister Simitis declared 
Greece's solidarity to the American people, and President 
Stephanopoulos expressed absolute condemnation of the attacks.
  Greece once again came to the side of its NATO ally, the United 
States, by fully committing its resources to combat and eradicate 
terrorism. Greece's solidarity reflects longstanding historical, 
political, and cultural ties based on a common heritage and shared 
democratic values. This solidarity is further evidenced by the fact 
that Greece is one of only seven allies to join the United States in 
every major conflict in the 20th century.
  The start of the 21st century poses new challenges for the United 
States and Greece. International terrorism attempts to undermine 
democracy and triumph over peace. I am pleased that Greeks and 
Americans stand shoulder to shoulder with freedom-loving people around 
the world in a united effort against the forces of terror.

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