[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 7]
[Senate]
[Page 10014]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     TRAGEDY AT EMANUEL AME CHURCH

  Mr. HATCH. Madam President, I rise to speak today on a matter of 
critical importance to our Nation's security, but first I wish to 
extend my most heartfelt condolences to our friends in Charleston, SC.
  Last week, we witnessed an unspeakable tragedy with the shooting at 
the Emanuel AME Church. This heinous act has left families reeling and 
the Nation in disbelief. Words can little console nor can they heal the 
hearts of those who have lost. Still, I wish to say just a few words to 
the neighbors, families, and friends who have suffered most.
  Know that your Nation suffers with you--no question about it. You are 
in our prayers, our thoughts. May you feel peace and love. May you find 
healing in God. And may the shooter be swiftly brought to justice.

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