[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 4]
[House]
[Page 5252]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         BOSTON MARATHON ATTACK

  (Mr. CANTOR asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. CANTOR. Mr. Speaker, on a day meant to celebrate patriots' 
freedom and personal strength, we witnessed terror and tragedy. My 
prayers remain with the victims and everyone in Boston. I'm grateful 
for the first responders, the medical professionals, and fellow 
citizens who responded so heroically.
  We don't know yet who is responsible for this terrorist attack. The 
United States Government must--and will--use all tools at its disposal 
to track down the perpetrators and hold them accountable.
  This vicious act of terror cannot stand, and we must remain committed 
to the task of combating the scourge of terrorism no matter where it 
raises its ugly head.
  The Boston Marathon is a symbol of so much of what is great about 
America. It honors personal fortitude and perseverance. Let it continue 
to be a symbol of fortitude and perseverance for Boston and for our 
entire Nation.

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