April 6, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3271 He used his 26-year papacy to spread President Yushchenko spoke today such as the once-independent judiciary, the message of freedom and peace to with optimism and with hope for so that the rule of law can be effec- all corners of the world, and did so Ukraine’s future as a democratic coun- tively restored. Too many Zimbabwean with vigor. His international trips al- try. He said of his country, ‘‘We want a youths have been traumatized, pressed ways served a higher purpose, for he al- government of the people, by the peo- into service in brutal pro-ruling party ways sought to bring people together ple, and for the people.’’ This is a de- militia forces, enduring serious abuse as equals in God’s eyes. At one large sire that we as Americans understand and then often becoming abusers them- gathering of youth, the faithful and share. I look forward to working selves. These young men and women, chanted, ‘‘We love you; we love you.’’ with my colleagues in Congress and too, will need support and assistance to When they quieted, the Pope humbly with President Yushchenko to help find their way back on a path toward responded, ‘‘I love you more.’’ He also nurture the flame of democracy that the futures they once dreamed of as inspired open communication among has started to burn so brightly in children. the world’s faiths, as the first Pope to Ukraine. I hope that soon the people of enter the main Jewish synagogue in f Zimbabwe will be given a chance to Rome and the first to enter a mosque. freely express their will in a genuine When he was selected to be the LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT democratic process that is free from church’s 264th Pope, his first words to ENHANCEMENT ACT OF 2005 manipulation, intimidation, and coer- the public were: ‘‘Be not afraid.’’ In- Mr. SMITH. Mr. President, I rise cion. As we prepare ourselves to be deed, Pope John Paul II taught people today to speak about the need for hate good partners to the people of around the world they need not fear crimes legislation. Each Congress, Sen- Zimbabwe when change finally does those who try to oppress, nor fear those ator KENNEDY and I introduce hate come, we must also take a hard look at who might be different. As the world crimes legislation that would add new the disappointing passivity of leaders mourns his passing, we all should try categories to current hate crimes law, in many southern African states who to heed his words. sending a signal that violence of any have failed to speak and act in support f kind is unacceptable in our society. of basic human rights and the rule of Likewise, each Congress I have come to law in their own neighborhood. These PRESIDENT VIKTOR the floor to highlight a separate hate decisions raise real doubts about the YUSHCHENKO’S ADDRESS TO crime that has occurred in our coun- commitment of these regional leaders CONGRESS try. to democracy, and over the long term, Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, today, On March 1, 2005, a man was found these failures threaten the prospects Viktor Yushchenko, President of murdered in Daly City, CA. The victim, for stability and prosperity throughout Ukraine, addressed a joint meeting of who was dressed in women’s clothing, the region. South Africa, with its pain- the United States Congress. I was hon- was found with multiple stab wounds ful history, its tremendous promise, ored to be part of the committee that to his chest and abdomen. Police have and its special moral authority, might escorted President Yushchenko into identified gender identity and sexual have been a powerful protector of the the House Chamber. orientation as possible motives. rights of the people of Zimbabwe. In- President Yushchenko’s courage and I believe that the Government’s first stead, South Africa’s leadership has commitment to democracy have in- duty is to defend its citizens, to defend chosen, time and again, to sweep re- spired thousands of people in Illinois, them against the harms that come out pression and abuse in Zimbabwe under and millions more in this country and of hate. The Local Law Enforcement the rug and to lend support to a bul- throughout the world. In Illinois, we Enhancement Act is a symbol that can lying President who would rather de- have a sizable Ukrainian-American become substance. I believe that by stroy his own country than accept the population, particularly in Chicago. passing this legislation and changing rule of law and let real power rest with My son lives in a section of Chicago current law, we can change hearts and the Zimbabwean people. This South Af- known as Ukrainian Village, and soon minds as well. rican choice is perhaps one of the after President Yushchenko’s election, f greatest disappointments of all. the neighborhood was covered with or- The people of Zimbabwe have suf- ZIMBABWE ELECTIONS ange ribbons in celebration. fered through years of economic and Yesterday, President Yushchenko Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, I rise political catastrophe. Those of us who and his wife, Kathy Chumachenko- to express my concern regarding the have watched this decline feel tremen- Yushchenko, a native of Chicago, vis- recent election in Zimbabwe, which se- dous frustration and real sadness as we ited the Windy City. I am glad they cured sweeping powers for the ruling observe what has happened to their had the chance to experience our Illi- ZANU–PF party. These results come as country. But we must not surrender to nois hospitality during their brief trip no surprise. In addition to reported hopelessness, and we must not give up. to the United States. irregularities on voting day itself, the I continue to be deeply moved by the Just last month, I traveled to ruling party had waged a campaign of bravery and patriotism of Zimbabwean Ukraine as part of a bipartisan con- intimidation, coercion, and institu- citizens who resist the state’s repres- gressional delegation. There, I met tional manipulation well in advance of sion, even at enormous personal cost. with President Yushchenko and mem- the balloting in order to ensure vic- The United States must remain com- bers of his government, and had the tory. mitted to working with them to ensure chance to see for myself a nation newly Last month I joined Senator MCCAIN that the people of Zimbabwe succeed in aglow in the light of democracy. in writing to Secretary Rice, urging their fight for freedom and genuine de- The story of President Yushchenko’s her to reaffirm the United States com- mocracy. election as the President of Ukraine is mitment to supporting genuine demo- f a story of great personal courage. It is cratic processes and institutions in a story of the power of democratic val- that troubled country. The U.S. needs a BOY SCOUTS ues and ideals. It is a story of what can post-election strategy in Zimbabwe for Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I rise be accomplished by individuals, united supporting civil society, encouraging today to honor an important institu- in peaceful protest against corruption, respect for civil and political rights, tion in America that has contributed cronyism, and unfettered power. and bolstering the forces fighting greatly to the quality of our youth and President Yushchenko was elected as against corruption. is very dear to my heart and the hearts President of Ukraine despite a powerful We also need to continue to plan for of many here—the Boy Scouts of Amer- array of opposing forces which, in pur- the future. Once Zimbabwe’s corrupt ica. suit of their ambitions, were willing to leadership finally released its grasp on For more than 90 years, the Scouts obstruct free assembly, free speech, power, the country will require sub- have supported our youth and helped and a free and fair democratic election. stantial international assistance to produce some of the best and brightest He ran for President at great risk to turn around its devastating economic leaders in our country—as many of my his own life. And he prevailed. decline and to rebuild institutions, colleagues can attest—and I believe we

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