[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 5384]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      TERRORIST ATTACKS IN ALGERIA

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                            HON. JOE WILSON

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 23, 2009

  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Speaker, I wish to offer my 
condolences and deepest sympathies to the citizens of the People's 
Democratic Republic of Algeria and the families of those who have been 
killed in recent terrorist attacks in that nation. Just today we have 
heard that nine security guards were murdered while on duty at an 
electricity facility near Ziama Mansouriah.
  These attacks are a stark and all too common reminder that the Global 
War on Terrorism is truly worldwide and requires a coordinated and 
vigilant effort by our Nation and our allies to protect our families 
and our freedoms. I want to thank the people of Algeria for their 
efforts and the tremendous cooperation we have shared since the 
terrorist attacks of September 11th.
  I am also constantly reminded of the extraordinary efforts being done 
by our troops and their families. Their sacrifice is a testament to 
their courage, their dedication, and their love for our Nation. At this 
time, our thoughts are with those who have lost their lives in this 
great struggle against violent extremism and those who continue to 
stand for our freedoms and for the development of a civil, peaceful 
society in Algeria for Algerian families to prosper.

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