Congressional Record United States Th of America PROCEEDINGS and DEBATES of the 107 CONGRESS, FIRST SESSION

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Vol. 147 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 No. 117 Senate The Senate was not in session today. Its next meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 12, 2001, at 10:00 a.m. House of Representatives TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

The House met at 9 a.m. The effects on Americans are clear to dreds of billions of dollars in tobacco f most policy-makers. Close to 360,000 settlement that is available only after Americans will die of lung disease this litigation. It is something that this MORNING HOUR DEBATES year. It is the third largest cause of Congress was unwilling or unable to The SPEAKER. Pursuant to the death responsible for one in seven correct to try and help reduce the num- order of the House of January 3, 2001, deaths. More than 25 million Ameri- ber of new addicts and victims. It has the Chair will now recognize Members cans are now living with chronic lung opportunity to help not just the people from lists submitted by the majority disease, and the use of tobacco is the who are addicted to tobacco but to help and minority leaders for morning hour leading cause in that condition. change the patterns in this country, debates. The Chair will alternate rec- Sadly, the impacts of tobacco-related like we are doing in Colombia to help ognition between the parties, with each lung disease is not limited to the farmers be involved with productive party limited to not to exceed 25 min- United States. Tobacco was estimated crops that are not destructive crops. utes, and each Member except the ma- to account for just over 3 million an- jority leader, the minority leader or nual deaths worldwide in 1990, and that There are some states that have used the minority whip limited to not to ex- is rising to over 4 million deaths cur- tobacco settlement money to do that, ceed 5 minutes, but in no event shall rently. It is estimated that tobacco at- like Maryland. I would hope that this debate extend beyond 9:50 a.m. tributable deaths will rise to 8.5 mil- Congress would not reverse course, The Chair recognizes the gentleman lion within the next 20 years and 10 that it would not start promoting the from Oregon (Mr. BLUMENAUER) for 5 million in about 2030. use of our tax dollars to promote the minutes. According to the World Health Orga- sale of tobacco overseas, but keep our f nization, while tobacco use is actually eye on our priority, which is to reduce declining in many developed countries, dependence on tobacco, help wean the TAKING ACTION TO PROTECT it is increasing rapidly in those that American farmer away from depend- HEALTH are developing. ence on tobacco, use our resources to Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, In China alone, 14.5 percent of the stop the destruction of death and dis- this Congress is taking action to help deaths are attributable to tobacco. ease around the world. protect world health in the fight What is dramatically different in China It would be ironic that a Congress against HIV AIDS. is that in other developed countries that is working to stop these abusive In Colombia we are spending over a with a similar rate the number of practices in Colombia with addictive billion dollars to fight the grip of the smokers is growing rapidly, such that drugs, that is trying to fight the spread deadly coca trade that includes eradi- two-thirds of the men are smokers be- of HIV AIDS around the world, would cation of the coca plant and aid to fore the age of 25. Few quit and about take a tragic step backward. farmers to attempt to shift their pro- half can be expected to be killed by to- duction. bacco. In practical terms, this means There was an attempt to insert in the I find it ironic in the midst of this ac- in China the number of male deaths agriculture bill an amendment that tion by Congress that there are some alone from tobacco is expected to be would reverse this 8 year prohibition that would have us reverse a long- roughly 3 million annually by the mid- on using U.S. resources to promote standing policy and start promoting dle of the century. subsidization of tobacco sales overseas. the sale of American tobacco overseas. Mr. Speaker, it is sad to me that Wisely, the Committee on Inter- Tobacco is the only legal product after decades of deception and death national Relations, on a broad bipar- which, if used properly, will kill or at that we are starting to turn the corner tisan vote, voted to remove those pro- least inflict serious bodily damage. in this country where we have hun- visions from the agriculture bill.

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VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5492 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 I hope my colleagues will stand firm. I went back to my friend down in the surplus and then people would say, Keep the existing policies. Stop the ex- North Carolina who had offered me this hey, they are not quite as chancy with port of death overseas with tobacco. great, wonderful deal, and I said, I am their money as we thought. So maybe f sorry but you got beat. He said, Cass, I we ought to buy some German marks hate to tell you this, but it is hap- or some British pounds and so forth DEBATE ON THE BUDGET pening everywhere; we quote in com- and quit investing in American dollars. SURPLUS petition with the Canadians. He said, This may sound weird, but most of the The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. first of all, you have got to realize that folks in this room do not know any JOHNSON of Illinois). Under the Speak- our dollar, as compared to their dollar, better. So I would like to sound weird er’s announced policy of January 3, is worth sixty cents of our dollar. In and hope that we can influence some- 2001, the gentleman from North Caro- other words, for $60 you can go out and body. lina (Mr. BALLENGER) is recognized dur- buy $100 worth of Canadian dollars. f ing morning hour debates for 5 min- Now, that is a wild and funny way to BROKEN REPUBLICAN PROMISES utes. look at it, but in reality that is the TO SAVE MEDICARE AND SOCIAL Mr. BALLENGER. Mr. Speaker, I way it works. have a strange problem with the way So just lately I checked on SECURITY SURPLUSES we are talking about our present de- woodchips. In North Carolina we used The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under bate on the surplus. For 30 years, 40 to clean our forests up and we would the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- years we never worried about the sur- chew all the wood up into woodchips, uary 3, 2001, the gentleman from Or- plus. We never had a surplus and we carry it down to our coastline and ship egon (Mr. DEFAZIO) is recognized dur- spent it all. So, here now, we are about it all over the world. I do not know ing morning hour debates for 5 min- to have a nervous breakdown on wheth- whether Mother Nature greatly appre- utes. er we are going to have a $150 billion ciated what we were doing, but we were Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, it all de- surplus. Oh, my goodness gracious, chewing these chips up and shipping pends upon how we define a surplus, only $150 billion, my, how can we pos- them out. Everybody in the world and for quite a few years around here I sibly get along there? wanted them, and all of the sudden we was one of the Members who advocated What we really should be worrying find out that in Australia they have that we should not be including the ex- about is, we are having a manufactur- come up with a better way of doing it cess taxes charged to Social Security ers’ recession right now. Why? Well, as or to people for Social Security, FICA a manufacturer myself, and I checked and their money is cheaper than our money, and so our woodchip business is taxes, as part of the so-called surplus, with businesses back home, the main spending it and replacing it with IOUs. problem we have got is our dollar is the gone. I do not know how many people have In fact, I found considerable support most overvalued currency on the plan- talked to the steel industry. The steel over the last few years on the Repub- et today. lican side of the aisle on this issue, You should be a tourist traveling industry in this country is noncompeti- which I found encouraging. In fact, the anywhere in the world. Everything tive. They are getting dumped on, as House Republicans have voted nearly seems cheap. The reason it is cheap is they say, because of the inability to unanimously seven times, seven times because our dollar is worth so much meet the costs that the other countries since 1999, to protect both the Social more than the value of currency of the have for their manufacturing costs, but Security and Medicare surpluses by place you are visiting. If we could do in reality, the whole thing hangs on a creating a lock box. We put it in a lock something to reduce this I think we more expensive dollar, and let us be would accomplish something, but we honest. box, not once, not twice, seven times, cannot compete with anybody in the The more we balance the budget, the seven padlocks, many different com- world at the present time with the dol- more surplus we generate, the more binations. Social Security and Medicare trust lar as long as it continues to be the popular our currency becomes to the fund surpluses are safe. They would be most expensive currency in the world. rest of the world. So what do they do? Let me give some examples. After the They decide to come here and buy our reserved to pay the benefits in the fu- earthquake in El Salvador, some of my bonds, and they buy more bonds and ture. In fact, as recently as July 11th, friends there approached me with the they buy more bonds, and pretty soon, House majority leader, the gentleman idea that they needed to buy two by the dollar becomes more valued. I do from Texas (Mr. ARMEY), said we must fours. They bought all the two by fours not know how many of you ever watch understand that it is inviolate, you that were available as far as they were it in the market and so forth, but the might have trouble following this but I concerned in Central America, and so I dollar goes up, the yen goes down, the will get to the point, to intrude either called up some friends of mine down in pound goes down, the mark goes down, against Social Security or Medicare, North Carolina and asked them about and here we are becoming less and less and if that means foregoing or, as it what kind of a deal can you give me on competitive and laying more and more were, paying for tax cuts then we will 14 foot and 12 foot two by fours, and people off because of it. do that. He said he wasn’t going to they said, Cass, well, the lumber mar- I would like to give an example. spend the money, and in fact, they ket is terrible now but we will see what About 2 months ago, a group of us trav- might forego tax cuts in order to not we can do. eled from Brazil to Argentina to Chile. break into the lock box. These numbers are not exact, but In Brazil, business was pretty good. We Good news. Well, that was July 11. It they will show what I am talking did not know specifically why. We went is now September. How much things about. This gentleman down there of- to Argentina after that, and Argentina have changed. fered me something like a container had dollarized their currency. They The new Congressional Budget Office load of two by fours, mixed 12 and 14 tied their currency to the value of the estimates, the Congressional Budget foots, for, say, $4,000 for a container. I dollar, and this was a great and won- Office is headed by a Republican ap- checked with a real large timber firm derful idea to stop inflation, and they pointee, says that the surplus for the down in Louisiana and theirs was $5,000 did. But the Brazilians devalued their next nine years is 2.2 trillion, T, tril- a container. So I figured I had a pretty currency and killed whatever industry lion, not billion, not million, trillion good price. that they had in Argentina. This is ex- dollars less than projected last May. So I called back my friend from El actly the way the system works. Remember the rosy scenario, oh, pass Salvador, and I said I think I have got It is great if you are a tourist and the tax cuts today and do not worry a good deal for you here, let us see if can go anywhere in the world and buy about it, there will be so much money, we cannot negotiate. He said, well, everything you know cheaper, but in be floating in money, we can still what is your price. I said the deal we reality, somewhere along the line we maintain the integrity of the lock box, have got is $4,000 a container, and he have got to see what we can do. Social Security, Medicare and we can said, well, thanks a lot, Cass, but we This is kind of a strange request that increase military spending and we can just bought Canadian and we got it for I am making, but I think probably the do all these things and there will still $3,000 a container. best thing we can do is spend more of be surplus. In fact, the gentleman from

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5493 North Carolina (Mr. BALLENGER) that RECESS wounded. Strengthen all civil servants, preceded me in the well talked about The SPEAKER pro tempore. There medical and religious leaders as they the surplus. being no further requests for morning attempt to fill the gaping holes left in The surplus he talked about is the hour debates, pursuant to clause 12, the fabric of our Nation. Social Security trust fund. It is raised rule I, the House will stand in recess Send forth Your Holy Spirit, Lord, through an unfair, flat, regressive tax until 10 a.m. today. upon all the Members of Congress, the capped at $80,000 a year income. So the Accordingly (at 9 o’clock and 20 min- President, and all government leaders rich people are not putting in a penny utes a.m.) the House stood in recess across this Nation. Free them of fear, over the little bit they pay on their until 10 a.m. today. any prejudice whatsoever, remove all doubt and confusion from their minds. first $80,000 of income. Most working f families are paying more in Social Se- With clear insight which comes from curity taxes than they are in income b 0952 You and You alone, reveal all that is unholy, and renew the desire of Your taxes to the Federal Government. In AFTER RECESS fact, many working Americans are not people to lives of deepening faith, getting back a rebate because of that The House was called to order by the unbounding commitment, and lasting fact, but they do not mind too much Speaker pro tempore (Mr. GOSS) at 9 freedom here where liberty has made because they know their money is o’clock and 52 minutes a.m., thereby her home. going in the lock box created. terminating the recess. We place our trust in You now and The SPEAKER pro tempore. Due to forever. Amen. Now, what is in the lock box? Oops, the circumstances of today, the Chair f well, not much money. There is some- calls the House to order at this time. thing in here, though. Good, I owe you The prayer will be offered by the THE JOURNAL $9 billion, signed Secretary Paul guest chaplain. The SPEAKER. The Chair has exam- O’Neill, Secretary of the Treasury for f ined the Journal of the last day’s pro- George Bush, President of the United ceedings and announces to the House States. PRAYER his approval thereof. So it seems that they are going back The Reverend Gerard Creedon, St. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- on their promise, are they not? We Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, of- nal stands approved. were going to have a lock box. They fered the following prayer: f made a great show of voting on the God of peace and life, send Your spir- lock box in the Clinton administration, it to heal our country; bring consola- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE but now with the Bush administration tion to all injured in today’s tragedy in The SPEAKER. The Speaker will all things are changed. New York and Washington. Protect us lead the House in the Pledge of Alle- It really doesn’t matter whether we and help our leaders to lead us out of giance. spend the Social Security surplus, that this moment of crisis to a new day of The SPEAKER led the Pledge of Alle- money intended for the trust fund for peace. Amen. giance as follows: future retirees, today because the ad- f I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the ministration changed. Nothing else United States of America, and to the Repub- changed. We had all those votes to cre- RECESS lic for which it stands, one nation under God, ate the lock box, but suddenly the lock The SPEAKER pro tempore. The indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. box isn’t so important anymore, not as House will stand in recess subject to f important as tax cuts. the call of the Chair, pursuant to ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Make no mistake, the tax cuts are clause 12 of rule I. The SPEAKER. Due to the events of the thing that are putting us in the Accordingly (at 9 o’clock and 53 min- yesterday, the Chair wishes to an- hole. The Federal Government is bor- utes a.m.), the House stood in recess nounce that the joint meeting to re- rowing, borrowing the money to send subject to the call of the Chair. ceive the Honorable John Howard, out those rebate checks which are f Prime Minister of Australia, scheduled against this year’s estimated surplus for today will not take place. which does not exist but is calculated b 1003 The Chair wishes to acknowledge, on your last year’s income. Follow AFTER RECESS however, the presence of the Prime that? Okay. What it means is cash the The recess having expired, the House Minister here today, and extends, on check quickly. It might bounce soon. was called to order at 10 o’clock and 3 behalf of the House, his appreciation So this is the bizarre situation we minutes a.m. for the solidarity of the Australian find ourselves in. The Republican ma- f people and the presence of the Prime jority after touting lock boxes and sav- Minister today in this very difficult ing Social Security and Medicare for so PRAYER time. Thank you. long, in their rush to please their The Chaplain, the Reverend Daniel P. f wealthy benefactors and pass a massive Coughlin, offered the following prayer: $2 trillion tax cut, particularly heavily O God, come to our assistance. HOUSE SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY oriented to those who earn over $273,000 O Lord, make haste to help us. (Mr. ARMEY asked and was given a year and estates over $5 billion, they Yesterday we were stunned, angry permission to address the House for 1 have already frittered away the sur- and violated. Today, Lord, we stand minute.) plus, and things look even more bleak strong and together. Yesterday Mr. ARMEY. Mr. Speaker, as you for the future. changed our world. Today we are have directed, the House is convening They are depositing IOUs back into changed. now. We will stay in session from now the Social Security trust fund, spend- We have humbly prayed to You, O until 11 o’clock where Members will ing the money today, now that it is Lord God of Heaven and Earth, yester- have time for 1-minute speeches. At 11 time to talk about the possibility of, day and through the night. Now we o’clock this morning we will take a re- oh, my God, now they are in panic, turn to You for Your guidance and cess until 12:30 while the Chamber is some people are pointing this out, sense of eternal truths which built this cleared. Members of the body will be mindless, across-the-board cuts. First, Nation as we begin a new day of build- invited back to the Chamber at 12:30, let us jack up the military spending by ing security and peace through justice. at which time we will have a Member 10 percent, then we will cut it by 3 per- We mourn our dead and reach out briefing on the floor that will last until cent and we might get back to putting with prayer and acts of compassion to 2 o’clock. something in the lock box. I doubt it. all those families splattered with blood At 2 o’clock, Mr. Speaker, the gen- It is fuzzy math. and exhausted by tears. Heal the tleman from Missouri (Mr. GEPHARDT)

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5494 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 and I will call up by unanimous con- American freedom, American inge- and pursue those who were behind this sent a joint resolution to condemn yes- nuity and American entrepreneurship, cowardly attack. These terrorist at- terday’s terrorist acts. That resolution were violated yesterday in the most tacks were truly acts of war, and we will be addressed by this body under heinous way. We must, in one voice, will respond forcefully and appro- that unanimous consent request with work to reassure the American people priately. The United States will take an understanding that we will continue that they are safe on the streets, in the action against the terrorists and pun- to address it until each Member of this air, and in all of our buildings no mat- ish those governments that support Chamber has had ample time to ad- ter where they live or work. This Con- and harbor such criminals. dress this issue as he or she sees fit. gress, in a nonpartisan way, will work This incomprehensible tragedy is a I want to thank all the Members of as hard as humanly possible to make terrible reminder that we must take this body for their patience, their com- sure that our people have the safety the threat of terrorism seriously. If mitment, their understanding, and they demand and deserve, and that ter- Congress and the administration are their resolve during this trying time. ror is defeated completely and finally. willing to develop an overall strategy Let me assure you, Mr. Speaker, by the Make no mistake, this was an act of and commit adequate resources, we can time the 435 Members of this body have war against the United States and all prepare an effective defense to protect spoken today, the world will have no of our people; and we will not be di- our American people. doubt about who we are, what we will vided. All of us, the President, the Con- I extend my deepest sympathy to the stand for, and what we will not stand gress, and the American people, are families of the victims, and I especially for. today, and will be tomorrow and in all express my gratitude to all emergency f of the tomorrows, totally and com- and law enforcement personnel and AMERICA SUFFERS TODAY pletely united in our determination to other volunteers, many of whom have begin the process of healing and to lost their lives. (Mr. GEPHARDT asked and was take swift action to see that the people I urge all Americans who have a flag, given permission to address the House who committed this horrible crime are to fly it high and demonstrate we stand for 1 minute.) united in this moment of tragedy. Mr. GEPHARDT. Mr. Speaker, Amer- properly punished. ica, our blessed Nation, suffers today. May God shed His grace on this great f and wonderful country and all of our Terribly. Terrorists sought to use fear CONDEMNING TERRORIST ATTACK people. as a weapon against every person in (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN asked and was f this Nation. They do not know Amer- given permission to address the House ica, and they do not know Americans. b 1015 for 1 minute and to revise and extend They think freedom is our vulner- her remarks.) ability. It is our strength. We will need ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I that strength in the days ahead. The SPEAKER. The Chair will rejoin the countless others in this Cham- Throughout our proud history we have ceive 1-minute speeches on each side ber, in this great Nation, and through- met every challenge, and we will meet until 11 o’clock. out the world in expressing condo- this challenge. Mr. Speaker, we are united in mourn- f lences to the families of the victims of ing for all of our fellow citizens who AVENGING TERRORIST ATTACK yesterday’s deplorable attack. Our were injured and died. I have been so thoughts and our prayers are with (Mr. GANSKE asked and was given them. moved while watching television and permission to address the House for 1 seeing the heroism, the courage, the Mr. Speaker, I also feel a sense of minute and to revise and extend his re- pride for the strength of character and patriotism, the bravery, the goodness marks.) of our people trying to help one an- humanity shown by the American peo- Mr. GANSKE. Mr. Speaker, the ple, strength which is shining as a bea- other, save one another, bind up our events of yesterday, September 11, are wounds, and find those who have been con of light, guiding us through this forever seared into our minds as with time of darkness and sorrow. lost. Our hearts go out to every person, branding irons. We grieve for the vic- every family that has been touched by The response of our President, the tims and their families. We pray for this awful tragedy, and to all the fami- U.S. Government, and our American them. lies at this very moment who are en- society is a testament to this Republic Let the word go forth to our enemies. during an unspeakable, unimaginable and to our free and democratic system We are united in our resolve to avenge horror in their lives. of government. It demonstrates that In times of national tragedy, Ameri- the deaths of our brothers and sisters, democracy will always triumph over cans have always come together, our mothers and fathers, our husbands terrorism. Through the ash-filled sky strengthened our resolve, and faced ad- and wives. of New York City, Lady Liberty’s torch versity squarely while giving aid and In righteousness, the United States pierces through as a reminder of Amer- comfort to every victim, every family Government will hunt down to the ends ican resolve. member, every relative, every person of the earth the assassins of our inno- I express my full support to the affected by the tragedy. On this occa- cent kin and strike them down. President, his national security team, sion, we are once again showing the f our military, our intelligence officials as they develop a swift, precise and un- world what it means to be an Amer- TERRORIST ATTACKS WERE ACTS equivocal response to the perpetrators ican. OF WAR We make a solemn pledge that we of these heinous acts, as well as will honor all of the victims by com- (Mr. SKELTON asked and was given against those who made it possible by mitting ourselves to defend our land, permission to address the House for 1 providing them with safe haven, train- our families and our freedom. Today we minute.) ing areas and funding. go back to work in Washington, in New Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, yester- We will prevail. God bless the United York, and all around the country; and day was the darkest day in American States of America. we are determined to show the world history. Pearl Harbor pales in compari- f that America will not be defeated by son. AMERICA WILL SEEK JUSTICE anyone. I join all other Americans who are Finally, we will do everything within shocked and outraged by the terrorist (Mrs. TAUSCHER asked and was our power to bring these heinous ter- hijackings and attacks on the World given permission to address the House rorists to justice, to address this act of Trade Center and on the Pentagon. for 1 minute and to revise and extend horrible, despicable cowardice, and to Last night I saw firsthand the carnage her remarks.) ensure that something like this never, resulting from the attack on the Pen- Mrs. TAUSCHER. Mr. Speaker, like ever happens to our people again. tagon. many of my colleagues, last night, in We should also recognize that our Let there be no mistake, the United spite of the horror and terror of what public spaces, the heart and soul of States Government will investigate happened yesterday, I went to bed

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5495 knowing where my family, my imme- to say, but I believe America’s foreign time, this Nation became the most diate family, was and with a sense of policy in the Mideast is so one-sided powerful Nation on earth. And in a relief. that we endanger now American citi- short time this Nation, when those who That is not true for many of the con- zens. We must be fair in our policies. are found responsible, will again loose stituents in my District and in the Bay I condemn these tragic acts. The the fateful lightning of our terrible area, obviously the surviving families Congress must now look in the mirror swift sword and justice will prevail. of the folks that were on the planes, and do what is right and to be fair. My f the rescuers and the victims in New heart goes out to all of the victims and JUSTICE WILL BE DONE York, and the members of our military families of victims of this tragic war and the civilian employees at the Pen- against America. (Mr. ISSA asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 tagon. Too many Americans last night f went to bed not knowing where their minute and to revise and extend his re- ERADICATE TERROR BY families were. marks.) ERADICATING TERRORISTS One of my constituents was on Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I woke up United Flight 93 from Boston, and he (Mr. SWEENEY asked and was given this morning, after not getting much was able to call his family and tell permission to address the House for 1 sleep last night, with a broken heart them that he loved them. We offer the minute and to revise and extend his re- and a tremendous feeling of sadness condolences to the Burnett family of marks.) and anger. There are still so many San Ramon and the many other fami- Mr. SWEENEY. Mr. Speaker, like all questions unanswered. When we see lies in the Bay area, to be known, that Americans, all America suffered losses these horrible events, feel these tre- we lost yesterday, great Americans, yesterday, but for some of us it was mendous feelings and listen to these unspeakable stories, we must remem- Americans to whom we pledge that we more personal, since friends were lost ber that we are Americans. Throughout will not rest, we will not rest until we in yesterday’s incidents. history, Americans have shown to the find the people that damaged the psy- Years from now, our grandchildren world what freedom is. And, more im- che and the hearts of the American will ask where we were and what hap- portantly, we have shown what free- people forever. We will not rest and we pened on September 11, 2001, but the dom costs. Yesterday we once again will find them and we will bring them most important question all will ask us was what we did about it. Our answer paid that cost. to justice. While we share this planet with evil, f must be, and today we begin that process, and importantly begin that proc- we will not let evil triumph. To the victims and to the friends and families AMERICANS RISE TO THE ess, of recognizing that the only way to of those who have perished, I want you OCCASION eradicate terror is to eradicate terror- to know that your country, your Amer- (Mr. HAYWORTH asked and was ists. ican family, is praying for you and given permission to address the House As a New Yorker and an American, shares this burden with you. But to for 1 minute and to revise and extend my outrage is only contained by the those responsible for these unspeakable his remarks.) knowledge that the cowards who were horrors our country has endured, I say Mr. HAYWORTH. Mr. Speaker, we as responsible for this act will find them- to you: You should not sleep another Americans this morning must confront selves at the end of the swift fist of night with peace. You should not eat the harsh reality. Yesterday, acts of American justice. I see a united Amer- another meal in comfort. You must war were committed against our Na- ica, I see it in my district where people look over your shoulder because we tion. Accordingly, a state of war exists have pulled together to offer their will find you. We will find you and jus- between the United States and all enti- equipment, to offer their prayers, to tice will be done. ties of terrorism in the world. offer their blood. But let us make it I welcome the fact that we stand clear that Americans are also saying f united, because even in this, our dark- they expect us to change, they expect UNITED STATES HAS SUFFERED est hour, we see thousands of real-life us to move forward forcefully and end WORST ATTACK SINCE PEARL examples of what has always been true what we saw yesterday. HARBOR in our history. America’s citizens are f (Mr. MCNULTY asked and was given seemingly ordinary people who at JUSTICE WILL PREVAIL permission to address the House for 1 times of national need and distress rise minute and to revise and extend his re- (Mr. LANGEVIN asked and was given to the occasion and do extraordinary marks.) permission to address the House for 1 things. Mr. MCNULTY. Mr. Speaker, I para- In that spirit, today, though, Mr. minute and to revise and extend his re- phrase a great President: Tuesday, Sep- Speaker, I call on our Commander in marks.) tember 11, 2001, is a day which will live Chief and the American people to take Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, today I in infamy, because on that day we suf- any and all steps necessary to eradi- join with my colleagues in expressing fered the worst attack against the cate this evil from the face of our plan- our sincere condolences to those who United States since Pearl Harbor. et. have lost Americans in one of the most Words fail us at this time. So I sug- f tragic and cowardly attacks on this gest to the American people that we do country in our history. Make no mis- exactly what the President suggested FAILURE OF INTELLIGENCE take about it, this was an act of cow- NETWORK last night, that we pray for all of the ardice, an act of terrorism that struck innocent victims of this terrorist act, (Mr. TRAFICANT asked and was at the heart of our Nation. This was an that we express our gratitude to all of given permission to address the House act of war against the United States. the firefighters, police officers and for 1 minute and to revise and extend But, make no mistake about it, we as other emergency personnel who lost his remarks.) Americans and we as a Nation stand their lives and who are putting their Mr. TRAFICANT. Mr. Speaker, I con- united. Those who have committed this lives on the line today to rescue those demn this tragic act of war, like all, act will find no safe harbor. We stand left in the rubble. but yesterday showed the failings of united in finding out who was respon- American policy, folks. This attack sible and taking quick and decisive ac- b 1030 was planned for months, maybe years. tion in response. Finally, that we resolve, along with Where is our intelligence network, our This type of action has happened the President, to bring these cowards human intelligence network? once before, a cowardice attack at to justice. And, remember my friends, The fact is, ladies and gentlemen, it Pearl Harbor. They thought without a terrorist by definition is a coward. It is easy to attack the United States of question that they would prevail, but is a person who cannot get what he America. Our borders are so wide open, they did not. All they succeeded in wants by the power of persuasion, and terrorists could cross them with a nu- doing is waking a sleeping giant. Well, therefore resorts to killing innocent clear warhead, and it may be unpopular they have done it once before. The last men, women, and children.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5496 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 What happened yesterday, Mr. STANDING TOGETHER UNITED meet the needs to restore the Pen- Speaker, is a basic violation of the fun- (Mr. KING asked and was given per- tagon. damental principle that life is to give, mission to address the House for 1 We always pray for God to bless not to take. Let us let the world know minute and to revise and extend his re- America. In the spirit of our people, today that the forces of evil shall not marks.) God has blessed America. The people of prevail. Mr. KING. Mr. Speaker, yesterday Oklahoma gave us an example. New f was an act of war upon the United York will rise from the ashes like the great Phoenix that it will be. AMERICA, A BEACON OF FREEDOM States. Our country as a nation will TO THE WORLD never be the same again. But from that tragedy, from that moment of death f (Mr. PITTS asked and was given per- and destruction, we must rededicate mission to address the House for 1 ourselves to our principles. We must ADVERSITY DOES NOT DIVIDE minute and to revise and extend his re- stand behind our President as com- AMERICA marks.) mander in chief; stand together, not as (Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia Mr. PITTS. Mr. Speaker, for as long Democrats and Republicans, but as asked and was given permission to ad- as we live, we will remember Sep- Americans, vowing to find out exactly dress the House for 1 minute and to re- tember 11, 2001, and the moments when who it was that is responsible for this vise and extend her remarks.) we first heard that America was vi- heinous act and to do all we can to Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. ciously attacked in horrible acts of war eliminate them from the face of the Speaker, in the wake of these attacks by terrorists who declared war on Earth, and also those who would harbor on American soil, the United States of America. We did not seek this war, but them, those who harbor these terror- America must retaliate with force. it is a war that has been brought to our ists. Yesterday’s acts of cowardice signify shores. And we will not shirk from the Also my heart goes out to the vic- an act of war, and we will fight this responsibilities to respond coura- tims, many of whom live in my district war to win. geously. America has always been at and the adjoining districts outside of Adversity does not divide America; it its best when it is being tested. and within New York City. Already the strengthens us and propels us into un- Why has this war been declared on names of friends and relatives are com- precedented unity. These cowards have America? Because we are the symbol of ing in, so we personally know how failed. freedom and democracy around the tragic this truly is. I just want those Mr. Speaker, our America is much world. Those who are perpetrating this families to know that our hearts and more than the buildings and monu- war against America, the terrorists prayers are with them. We give a spe- ments that grace our soil. America is a and terrorist groups, hate freedom. cial debt of thanks to the police offi- nation of great people, joined by the Theirs is a totalitarian vision dressed cers and the firefighters who gave their love of country and the belief in free- in religious garb. lives. dom and liberty. This can never be ex- Mr. Speaker, we have already fought Again, as Americans, we must stand tinguished. and defeated totalitarian regimes in together one united country to root The loss of life is devastating and has the past. It was our resolve, our prin- out this terrorism, to defeat them once impacted all walks of American life. ciples, our commitment to life, liberty and for all. Our hearts and prayers go Our rescue workers, including police and the pursuits of happiness that to the victims and their families. and firefighters, have suffered great brought us through victoriously. The loss. They are heroes, and have bravely same will be true this time. Americans f sacrificed their lives to save those suf- will stand together against these sav- STANDING TOGETHER IN THE fering from these cowardly acts com- age, desperate tactics. FACE OF ADVERSITY mitted by these evil individuals. Yesterday’s acts were not the acts of This tragic event has mobilized criminals, but the military acts of en- (Ms. PELOSI asked and was given America like never before. Our patri- emies. And military tactics demand permission to address the House for 1 otic spirit has been resurrected, and military responses. Terrorism is a tac- minute and to revise and extend her re- this will be prove to our enemy’s de- tic of the weak, but America is strong. marks.) mise. We must declare war on these terrorist Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, yesterday God bless America. groups, the vicious barbarians aiming was a day from hell, a tragedy that was at our destruction and those who har- perpetrated by people with a demonic f bor them. view, who do not value human life. America will respond with resolve. Words have never been less adequate AMERICA WILL PREVAIL We will continue to be the beacon of than to meet the challenge of giving freedom in the world. sympathy to the families of those af- (Mr. ALLEN asked and was given f fected. permission to address the House for 1 On behalf of my constituents, I want minute and to revise and extend his re- HEINOUS CRIMES AGAINST to extend sympathy to those families marks.) AMERICA WILL BE AVENGED of the victims, to make special note of Mr. ALLEN. Mr. Speaker, words are (Mr. KILDEE asked and was given those who were courageously there, the inadequate to express the agony we feel permission to address the House for 1 public safety people in New York who today for those who lost their lives minute and to revise and extend his re- also lost their lives. yesterday, for their families, and for marks.) We do not know the extent of the this country. But we will recover, re- Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, let us re- casualties yet, Mr. Speaker, but we build and move on. solve that the dastardly attack which cannot let one of the casualties be the In the dark days of late 1941, it was was thrust upon America yesterday, freedom that is the foundation of our Winston Churchill, speaking for the September 11, 2001, will always be put country. We stand united behind our Western allies, who said, ‘‘We have not among those days that will live in in- President and behind our congressional journeyed all this way across the cen- famy. leaders as we try to inspire confidence turies, across the oceans, across the Terrorism is cowardly, devastating in the American people and restore mountains and across the prairies, be- and immoral by the standards of all calm. Panic, of course, is the best thing cause we are made of sugar candy.’’ who believe in a just and loving God. we could give the terrorists. It would We are not. In truth, the people of We owe it to all who suffered and be a victory for them. this country are big in heart and died, we owe it to all decent human I hope that also in terms of calm and strong in character. We will maintain beings, to make sure that those who confidence, that we will have an emer- our open society and fight terrorism are in any way responsible for this will gency supplemental which will fully around the globe with freedom-loving be held totally accountable for their fund FEMA to meet the needs of the peoples everywhere, and we will pre- heinous crime. people affected in New York and also to vail.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5497 AMERICA’S ENEMIES WILL BE that there is nothing like the resolu- I join my colleagues here today to BROUGHT TO JUSTICE tion of the American people. demonstrate the resolve of the United (Mr. SMITH of Michigan asked and God bless this country. States of America to see to it that no act, however unspeakable, however des- was given permission to address the f House for 1 minute and to revise and picable, will be allowed to halt our de- GOD BLESS AMERICA mocracy. extend his remarks.) (Mr. SHIMKUS asked and was given I commend President Bush for his Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speak- words yesterday committing our Na- er, yesterday America came face-to- permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his re- tion to bringing to justice those re- face with undisguised evil, an evil so sponsible for these attacks, and for rec- marks.) profound that it leaves men and women ognizing that those who harbor evil, Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, from the of good will dumbfounded. These acts are evil, and must be dealt with as 23rd Psalm, ‘‘though I walk through of war may have bloodied America, but such. America will remain unbowed. the valley of the shadow of death, I will America should follow the admoni- The enemies of America, I think, fear no evil, for Thou art with me.’’ tion of David to his son, Solomon: ‘‘Be have always underestimated us; but in God has blessed this Nation to be the strong and of good courage, and act.’’ fact what these terrorists perceive as most free, the most caring, and the From tragedy, unity; from unity, America’s weakness, our freedom, our most prosperous Nation in the world’s strength; and from strength, justice. tolerance, our democratic system, is history. But, as the Chaplain prayed, For the victims, for their families, what gives America its strength. we seek peace and security through for our Nation, God bless America. We will rise to this challenge. I urge justice; and, I will add, justice will pre- f for starters that we authorize the vail. HONORING THE VICTIMS OF President to spend as he sees fit $20 bil- God will continue to bless this Na- TERRORISM lion to react to this attack. tion. Let us all fly our flags and renew As we mourn our dead and injured, our pledge to be one Nation, under God, (Mr. MCGOVERN asked and was we will prepare for war; a war that we with liberty and justice for all. given permission to address the House did not seek, but one that we must God bless this House, God bless this for 1 minute and to revise and extend wage. And it is not a precedent. In the President, and God bless the United his remarks.) 18th century, Congress, under Jeffer- States of America. Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, yesterday is a day that will live long and son, waged a war on the Barbary pi- f rates. We must declare war on these painfully in all our hearts. We will renew terrorists. BRINGING TERRORISTS TO member that innocent people arriving Americans are not by nature a venge- JUSTICE at their offices were murdered. We will remember that Federal workers and ful people, but when roused to anger in (Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York asked members of our Armed Forces, all dedi- a righteous cause, our fury and our re- and was given permission to address cated to lives the public service, were solve will not be extinguished until our the House for 1 minute and to revise murdered. We will also remember that enemies are brought to justice. and extend her remarks.) men, women and children boarding air- To those who celebrate the death of Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. planes bound for the West Coast to American innocents, of mothers and fa- Speaker, yesterday morning I woke up visit friends and family or to meet col- thers, sons and daughters, I have a sim- thinking of my granddaughter. Yester- leagues were murdered. ple message: you can run, but you can- day was her first birthday. Two hours not hide. America will deliver a re- later, this Nation was in a crisis. b 1045 sponse at the time and place of its own I know the American people. I know We will remember the firemen, police choosing to the perpetrators and those the people of New York. I know how we officers and emergency workers who that shield them. all respond in times of crisis, that we lost their lives saving others at the f all come together, and we will be there World Trade Center; and we will re- for each other. member the thousands of people who A RESOLUTE AMERICA But this Congress, this Congress will lined up to give blood, who helped oth- (Mr. SCHIFF asked and was given respond. Many of us are considered ers escape from fire and debris, and permission to address the House for 1 gentle people, and we are. But let me who said a prayer, and who simply minute and to revise and extend his re- say, I, for one, will make sure that this asked, how can I help? marks.) President has all the tools and the fi- Yesterday, we saw the best humanity Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, today our nancial means that he needs to bring has to offer in the faces of America, thoughts and prayers go out to the justice to so many of my constituents and we saw the worst of humanity in families of the victims. We pledge ev- that were killed yesterday. the murders carried out by faceless, erything within our power to bring This Congress, this government, will nameless terrorists. All Americans of swift remedies to those who are still not rest until every single person re- all faiths and backgrounds mourn trapped, along with our thoughts and sponsible for these deaths are brought today the lives lost. We will repair and rebuild the broken prayers. to justice. buildings and neighborhoods and we We saw yesterday also the strength f will maintain the foundations of our and the courage of the American peo- liberty; and as Americans, we will ple, embodied by those firefighters and AMERICA MUST BE STRONG, OF never sacrifice our freedoms, our fun- police who rushed into the wreckage; GOOD COURAGE, AND ACT damental rights, to cowardly acts of by those Americans, those physicians (Mr. PLATTS asked and was given terrorism. who came from around the region to permission to address the House for 1 We will find those who perpetrated lend their help; by the Americans still minute and to revise and extend his re- these evil acts, and they will pay the waiting in lines to donate blood. We marks.) highest price for their actions. saw the greatness of America yester- Mr. PLATTS. Mr. Speaker, our pray- Today, our thoughts, our prayers, our day. ers today certainly go out to the vic- strength and compassion go out today And to those who would perpetrate tims of yesterday’s horrific acts of ter- to all of those who have lost loved these unthinkable crimes against inno- ror. May the families and friends of ones. We will never forget you. cent men, women, and children, we say those lost, military and civilian; fire- f to you, we will hunt you down like the fighters, police and other rescue per- animals that you are. You will find no sonnel, receive comfort and peace AMERICA STANDS STRONG IN refuge, no succor, no shelter from the today. And may the entire Nation be FACE OF TERRORISM storm that will come. Others have felt entrusted to the merciful care of God (Mr. KENNEDY of Minnesota asked democracy is weak, and they have as we move forward from a day that and was given permission to address found, as our enemies today will find, America will not forget. the House for 1 minute).

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5498 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Mr. KENNEDY of Minnesota. Mr. Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, my heart is So what do we do? We gather here to Speaker, our hearts and prayers go out heavy as I think of the tragic events demonstrate that the people’s work to those who mourn the horrific ac- that have befallen the United States. will go on and that our democracy is tions of cowardice that we experienced As was written long ago and is true strong. We gather here to say that ter- yesterday. We are up against an enemy today, the groans of the dying rise rorism is not speech, it is murder, and this time that has committed an act of from the city; the souls of the wounded terrorist acts are not political acts, war; but it is an enemy that is not a cry out for help. they are acts of war. country, it is a band of evil people that Yet I stand here today, Mr. Speaker, In the name of Josh Piner and in the is trying to instill fear in America. We to say, as is evident in this Chamber, name of so many, many others, it is must do all we can to defeat this the leadership of both parties of this time to fight back. May God bless him, enemy, and we are all enlisted as sol- country are resolute. The people of his family, and may God bless these diers in that fight. Many of our emer- America should be confident that our United States. gency professionals have put their lives national government and our military f on the line and given their lives and de- is on the job. We will prevail. We will AMERICANS STAND UNITED TO respond. serve our appreciation. BRING TERRORISTS TO JUSTICE What is there for us to do? We must My word to the American people is (Mr. CARDIN asked and was given remember that their weapon is fear. simply this: be encouraged; do not be permission to address the House for 1 They are trying to instill fear in us; terrified. Be strong and courageous, for now, as always, throughout our his- minute and to revise and extend his re- and if we panic, they have achieved vic- marks.) tory. We must be showing our resolve tory, the Lord, your God, will be with you wherever you go. Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, a Mary- as Americans and lining up to give lander I think expressed the sentiment blood, not lining up to panic to get gas f of all of the people in my district when at a gas station. That is what America AMERICA MUST WAGE WAR she said, ‘‘I am thinking about all of is all about. We have risen to the chal- AGAINST TERRORISM the people who died. I don’t know the lenge in the past; we will rise to the (Mr. SHERMAN asked and was given people in New York or the District of challenge today. With God’s good permission to address the House for 1 Columbia or Pittsburgh, but I feel like grace, reaching out with condolences minute and to revise and extend his re- they are family.’’ to those who have suffered, we move marks.) Mr. Speaker, they are family; and in forward with determination that we Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, our times of tragedy, a family grows closer will achieve victory. hearts are filled with sympathy for the together. We are going to come to- f victims of what looks like the greatest gether. We are going to show our compassion for the victims, rescue who we AMERICANS STAND STRONG AND loss of life on American soil since our Civil War, I fear greater even than can, make sure our country is safe, and UNITED FOR FREEDOM AND DE- we are going to find out what hap- MOCRACY Pearl Harbor. After Pearl Harbor, there were a few pened. We are going to find out who is (Mr. CLEMENT asked and was given timid souls who said that we should ap- responsible for these actions; and then permission to address the House for 1 pease our attackers by changing our as a family united, we are going to minute and to revise and extend his re- policy in the Far East and conclude a take the appropriate steps to bring marks.) quick peace. Instead, the greatest gen- these people to justice. Mr. CLEMENT. Mr. Speaker, we are eration waged the greatest war, made Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the people all shocked, horrified, disgusted and the greatest sacrifices, and won the of the Third Congressional District of sorrowed; and yet I am also extremely greatest victory. Maryland, we stand united with the proud of the way all Americans in New Today, we cannot even talk about ap- victims’ families and with all Ameri- York and Washington and all of the peasing the murderers by abandoning cans in our resolve to make sure that world have reacted. We know that our friends in the Middle East. We in- what happened yesterday brings us to- there are groups and organizations, as stead must wage a war against ter- gether and we respond and hold those well as some countries, that promote rorism, all terrorist groups; and we responsible accountable for their ac- terrorists. It will not work. must remember that our war against tions. There are other ways to solve prob- terrorism is not a war against Mus- f lems besides destroying people’s lives, lims. Our last three wars were to pro- EMERGENCY WORKERS RESPOND and we are not going to let it work. tect the Muslim people of Kuwait, Bos- WITH FOCUS, COMPASSION, But we also know that terrorism is sys- nia, and Kosovo. DEDICATION, AND DETERMINA- tematic, and it is going to take a We must demand that Afghanistan TION multifaceted approach in order to de- send Osama bin Laden to the United stroy terrorism and terrorists in the (Ms. HART asked and was given per- States for trial for what he did at mission to address the House for 1 world. Yemen and what he did in East Africa; minute and to revise and extend her re- We know we are going to track them and if they do not, we should aid the marks.) down, and we know we are going to Northern Alliance. Ms. HART. Mr. Speaker, I, as my col- hold people responsible for these ac- f leagues do, rise with a heavy heart tions. But also, we know that we are today. I extend my sympathy also to going to have to follow the money. DEMOCRACY IN AMERICA PREVAILS NOW AND ALWAYS the victims, their families, those who Where did the money come from? How are lost at this time; and pray that God was the money funneled to the terror- (Mr. SIMMONS asked and was given will comfort them. ists in order for them to infiltrate the permission to address the House for 1 I thank God, though, for those emer- United States. minute and to revise and extend his re- gency workers. Mr. Speaker, 911, yes- We have got the world community marks.) terday’s date, 9–11, should mobilize all behind us and, God bless America, we Mr. SIMMONS. Mr. Speaker, last Americans to answer the emergency. are the leader in the world; and we night my wife spent the evening hours The police, the firefighters, the med- need to act like a leader and keep watching television with a neighbor in ical personnel, and the rescue workers marching forward and promote freedom Connecticut. Their grandson, my all responded yesterday with deter- and democracy for all people. daughter’s friend and classmate, had a mination. They responded with focus, f new job in New York City on the 105th with compassion, and with dedication. floor of the World Trade Center. He was We must do the same, because we must AMERICA WILL PREVAIL WITH bright and energetic, a young man triumph as a Nation and as a people STRENGTH AND COURAGE from a small town living out the Amer- over this terrorist act. (Mr. PENCE asked and was given per- ican dream in the Big Apple. Repeated I support the President and his re- mission to address the House for 1 cell calls went unanswered. He is miss- solve to hunt down those who facili- minute.) ing. We fear the worst. tated this act of war and bring them to

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5499 justice. We will bring them to justice. This is a great Nation. It is a Nation Today I rise in absolute support of We as Americans must remember that of true resolve. We will rise to the oc- President Bush, the leaders of our Na- preservation of freedom is not easy. We casion of fixing the problems that tion, and our national resolve to over- are facing the toughest time in our his- caused this to happen. God bless those come this tragedy. I rise to mourn with tory, but we will triumph. who are fallen, God bless their fami- those who mourn, to comfort those in f lies, and God bless America. need of comfort, and to express my deepest sorrow for the loss of innocent CONGRESSIONAL CONDEMNATION f life and many seriously injured from OF TERRORIST ATTACK AGAINST ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER this national tragedy. OUR COUNTRY AND ITS CITIZENS PRO TEMPORE Mr. Speaker, America is strong, and (Mrs. MEEK of Florida asked and was The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. with tremendous faith in Divine Provi- given permission to address the House LAHOOD). The Chair announces that he dence, as President Franklin Roosevelt for 1 minute and to revise and extend will extend for 15 more minutes 1-min- said and I quote, ‘‘We will not only de- her remarks.) utes, and ask the Members to attempt fend ourselves to the uttermost but Mrs. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, to stay within the 1 minute so all will make very certain that this form let us pray for America. Let us stand Members can be heard on their 1 of treachery shall never endanger us behind our President and our leaders. minute. again. With confidence in our Armed Mr. Speaker, being here on the floor Forces, with the unbounded determina- today as a representative in Congress f tion of our people, we will gain the in- really humbles me. I am a very patri- ANOTHER DAY OF INFAMY evitable triumph, so help us God.’’ otic person. I was brought up with f great respect and love for our country. (Mr. GILMAN asked and was given On December 7, 1941, I was a young permission to address the House for 1 STANDING UNITED IN OUR RE- student when I heard about the sneak minute and to revise and extend his re- SOLVE THAT ACTS OF TER- attack on Pearl Harbor, the feelings I marks.) RORISM WILL NOT DETER US Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, another felt then, frustration and helplessness, (Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia asked day of infamy as our Nation has fallen sadness for those whose lives were cut and was given permission to address victim to the most vicious, devastating short, and for their spouses, their chil- the House for 1 minute and to revise acts of terrorism in the history of our dren and their families, anger against and extend his remarks.) great Nation. those despicable persons who would in- Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Our prayers go out to the thousands flict such unspeakable pain and suf- Speaker, yesterday America’s inno- of our fellow citizens in New York, in fering on so many innocent and help- cence was shattered by unseen en- Washington, and elsewhere around the less people. emies. Cowards, terrorists, struck at Nation who have suffered from this Mr. Speaker, I feel today just as I felt the heart of our society, killing moth- barbaric, evil act. after Pearl Harbor. But this country is ers, fathers, sons, daughters, indis- Members of this body have long changing, Mr. Speaker; and I feel per- criminately in hopes of political gain. sonally bound, as all of my colleagues called for increased support to combat We stand united in our resolve that do, to take action and to stem the flow terrorism, to beef up our intelligence their acts of terrorism will not deter of violence in this country and around capabilities. Our Nation must now rise us. I want to offer my prayers to fami- the world. I feel more determined than from the ashes of this devastation. As lies who are still waiting to hear from ever to protect our democratic ideals. I we review our Nation’s antiterrorism loved ones who might have been at the have sympathy for the families of policies, we must use all means avail- World Trade Center or the Pentagon, those who are sick and dying. Thanks able to ensure that such a massacre or those families who have already lost to the brave firemen and law enforce- will never be repeated. loved ones in yesterday’s tragic events. ment people. Thank God for America. To the rescue workers and New Words cannot express my gratitude York’s finest and bravest firemen and f to the countless police officers, fire- police officers who paid the ultimate fighters, volunteers, blood donors, and TODAY WE START ANEW price, we honor their commitment to health care providers who rushed to (Mr. GRUCCI asked and was given punish those responsible. These hei- the crash scenes yesterday, putting permission to address the House for 1 nous, targeted, coordinated acts of their own lives in harm’s way to come minute.) cowardice committed against innocent to the aid of their fellow Americans. Mr. GRUCCI. Mr. Speaker, I rise, as Americans was an attack on our Na- Yesterday’s television images will reso many of my colleagues do here tion’s economic and military strength. main with us forever, not only because today, with a heart full of pain and sor- We will certainly not allow that to of the sheer terror they conveyed, but row, anger and frustration. occur again. also because of the uniquely American Today is a day that we start anew. f spirit that was evident: our grit, our We will find those who are responsible resolve, our unparalleled ability to IN MOURNING FOR FALLEN AMER- for this heinous act against our com- rally together in the face of tragedy. ICANS AND IN SUPPORT OF munity, against our families, against I am proud of the members of the PRESIDENT BUSH, NATIONAL our friends and our neighbors; and we Fairfax County Urban Rescue Team LEADERS, AND AMERICA’S RE- will bring those to justice who are re- who were among the first to tackle the SOLVE TO OVERCOME TRAGEDY sponsible for this. We will move difficult debris at the Pentagon. In ad- through anyone who stands in our way (Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA asked and dition, I want to thank all those who to accomplish that goal. was given permission to address the continue to help their fellow Ameri- But now is a time to also reach out House for 1 minute and to revise and cans by providing comfort and prayer to the families who are sitting by their extend his remarks.) to those injured and their families. telephones waiting to hear the call Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Speaker, we stand together to that tells them if their loved one is I want to offer my personal welcome to ensure that the perpetrators and still alive, and there are those who are Prime Minister Howard of Australia. I enablers of these cowardly acts are receiving the call today that their am sure the good people of Australia held accountable and pay the highest loved one is not. There will be many share with us this moment of tragedy. price for their actions. who have fallen in this tragedy, a trag- Mr. Speaker, I want to commend f edy so great that it is hard to under- President Bush for his eloquent state- stand it all as we watched as those ment last night, before our Nation and EXPRESSING SORROW, HOPE, AND towers came tumbling down, as we the world, in the aftermath of the vi- AMERICA’S FIRM RESOLVE TO watched as the concrete and the steel cious terrorist attack that took the MOVE AHEAD of buildings collapsed and those inside lives of thousands of innocent Amer- (Mr. HOLT asked and was given per- of them perished. ican citizens. mission to address the House for 1

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5500 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 minute and to revise and extend his re- cans, a question. That is: What can I salute our brave rescue workers, fire- marks.) do? men, and policemen. Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, today all I would suggest three things: We will also secure our communities, across America the hearts and prayers We can give blood, not just in the and we will bring perpetrators not just of our people are with the victims, next day, but in the next several to justice but to a punishment they their families, the rescue and medical months. will not soon forget. God bless Amer- workers, our friends and neighbors. Number two, we can tell our children ica. These cowardly acts may have shak- that they are safe, and they are safe in f en buildings, but they cannot shake their schools. We cannot allow these AMERICA WILL RISE AND GROW the foundation of our Nation, our free- terrorists to create an image and a STRONGER FROM THIS TRAGEDY dom, our people’s spirit, our great de- feeling of fear of our kids when they go mocracy. to school. (Mr. BROWN of South Carolina asked I join with my colleagues here in Third, and I think most important, and was given permission to address Congress in expressing our Nation’s we need to talk to our children and tell the House for 1 minute and to revise sorrow and outrage at these evil at- them that at the same time they are and extend his remarks.) tacks. More than that, we join together discovering the nature of evil in cer- Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. Mr. in firm resolve to find those respon- tain people, and cowardice in certain Speaker, yesterday our great Nation sible and to bring them to justice, and people, and terrorism in certain people, was attacked by terrorists whose aim resolve to prevent such acts in the fu- there is courage in Americans. is to violate what we cherish so greatly ture. We can share the stories of these fire- across this land: our freedom, our de- Mr. Speaker, this is a reminder that fighters and these police officers who mocracy, our hopes and dreams, our just as no person is an island, America went into these buildings, so that our quality of life. is not an island. No declaration of re- children know, as it has always been I would like to join my colleagues in solve here, no fancy airport security and will always be, the courage of peo- expressing my sorrow for both the vic- technology, no air marshal on board ple, of individual Americans, is going tims and families of those that were planes, no military action can by itself to surmount cowardice. killed and injured during yesterday’s cowardly attack. root out terrorism without inter- f national cooperation. This is a time for us to remember and SOME UNSCRUPULOUS GAS STA- As the champions of freedom in the express our gratitude to the policemen, TION OPERATORS ATTEMPT TO world, we will reach out not only to firefighters, and emergency service PROFIT FROM AMERICA’S TRAG- governments around the world, but to personnel who have unselfishly sac- EDY the people around the world who stand rificed their lives. with us. (Mr. BACHUS asked and was given Mr. Speaker, a tragedy happened in America, but America will rise and be f permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his re- stronger. God bless America. God bless EXPRESSING SYMPATHY TO FAMI- marks.) this great people. LIES WHO HAVE LOST LOVED Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, in mo- f ONES, AND THE CONVICTION ments of tragedy such as we are now NOW IS THE TIME FOR ACTION THAT TERRORISTS AND THOSE witnessing, stories of sacrifice and her- (Mr. LANTOS asked and was given WHO HARBOR THEM MUST BE oism always emerge to make us proud. permission to address the House for 1 PUNISHED That will continue to be the case as we minute and to revise and extend his re- (Mr. WOLF asked and was given per- dig out from the rubble of this cow- marks.) mission to address the House for 1 ardly assault by yesterday’s terrorists. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, we have minute and to revise and extend his re- However, disaster always breeds acts been flooded with words of condolence, marks.) offensive to all honest and patriotic but the time now is for action. Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, my heart- Americans. Sadly, we are also wit- I call on the Taliban to hand over to felt sympathies are extended to the nessing examples of such behavior here us Osama bin Laden, if not for this act, families. Many people in my area work in America. Instances of gas price for his previous acts of terrorism. at the Pentagon and have been in- gouging come from all over the Nation. I call on Iran to stop supporting volved. The mothers, the fathers, the In my home State, a patriotic State, Hezbollah. sons, the daughters, and the neighbors prices of over $4 are reported. Through- I call on Syria to close the head- who perished will never be forgotten. out the Midwest, prices exceeding $5 a quarters of the various terrorist orga- I want to also thank and praise the gallon were reported after the bomb- nizations in Damascus. courageous firefighters, the rescue ing. I call on Yasser Arafat to arrest all workers, the policemen, the service- Most national oil companies have an- terrorists, suicide bombers, and plot- men and women, and the scores of vol- nounced they are freezing gas prices, ters of mass murder. unteers who have been working around indicating much of this is by the un- I call on Europe to join us in our pol- the clock. scrupulous operators at the gas sta- icy vis-a-vis Iran and Libya, and stop America is the greatest country in tion. They must be held accountable. providing aid and assistance to them. the world. We represent freedom and f I call on Russia, China, and North liberty and democracy, and we will re- AMERICA’S DARKEST HOUR MAY Korea to stop selling technology and spond to this terrorism. We strongly ALSO BE HER FINEST HOUR weapons of mass destruction to coun- support the President of the United tries that support terrorism. States to find them and to bring them (Mr. WYNN asked and was given per- Yesterday, the United States of to justice so this can never happen mission to address the House for 1 America lost its innocence, but it again. minute and to revise and extend his re- gained a new will to eradicate the evil f marks.) of terrorism from this globe. Mr. WYNN. Mr. Speaker, unlike the f THREE THINGS AMERICANS CAN old broadcast message, this is not a DO TO RESPOND TO THE ATTACK test, this is very real. Secretary of TERRORIST ATTACK ON ON OUR COUNTRY State Powell had it correct: This is an WASHINGTON, D.C. AND NEW YORK (Mr. INSLEE asked and was given attack on our civilization. (Mr. WELLER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 But in this, our darkest hour, we may permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his re- also find our finest hour in our Na- minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) tion’s character and our Nation’s will. marks.) Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, in the last We will help continue the rescue ef- Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, earlier in 24 hours I have heard a very powerful forts. We will mourn the dead victims. the 20th century, America was once re- statement from thousands of Ameri- We will pray for the families. We will ferred to as a slumbering giant, and

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5501 was later shocked and angered into a I have been reading e-mails from my The attacks yesterday remind us of victorious response to the atrocities of constituents in South Dakota. the shock and horror experienced in the imperial Government of Japan, as ‘‘We grieve with our brothers and sis- Pearl Harbor. We must and will work well as Nazi Germany. ters in New York and Virginia, in to ensure that this barbarism never oc- Yesterday, our democracy suffered Maryland and D.C. South Dakotans are curs again. the 21st century’s equivalent of Pearl praying for you, and we support you. So, my colleagues, we won World War Harbor, and our shocked and angry Na- You have been there for us. We will be I, II, and the Cold War, but now we tion stands in strong support of Presi- there for you.’’ must prevail in what is called the dent Bush’s efforts and commitment to To the rest of America, let me say ‘‘Gray War.’’ The ‘‘Gray War’’ is a war identify and hold accountable those that South Dakota stands ready to sup- against the faceless spector of ter- who initiated, planned, and coordi- port our President in defending and rorism. We will prevail here also. nated this terrorist assault on the protecting American citizens and f American people in New York City and American freedoms. To the terrorist THIS ACT OF WAR WILL BE our Nation’s Capital. world, let me say that they have de- AVENGED The question today is, Mr. Speaker, clared war on a sleeping giant. (Ms. BERKLEY asked and was given have we had enough. The people I rep- The people of South Dakota and the permission to address the House for 1 resent have made it clear that they people of America demand justice. If support and want appropriate and im- minute and to revise and extend her re- they are terrorists, they can run but marks.) mediate action. We must identify and they cannot hide. We are coming after destroy the terrorist network wherever Ms. BERKLEY. Yesterday, a heinous them. We will find them, and there will and cowardly act was perpetrated it exists. be a reckoning. We must move quickly and we must against this great Nation. My heart strengthen our intelligent military ca- f and the hearts of my constituents go pabilities. I am committed to working AMERICANS MUST REAFFIRM out to the families of the victims. No with my colleagues in a nonpartisan THEIR ALLEGIANCE TO THE American family, no family on Earth partnership with the President to ac- UNITED STATES should suffer the loss of a loved and cherished one under these cir- complish these goals. (Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas asked America is a great Nation with en- cumstances. We must ensure that these and was given permission to address during institutions of freedom that will innocent men and women will not have the House for 1 minute and to revise withstand the onslaughts of the forces died in vain. of evil. We must stand together. We and extend her remarks.) To those terrorists who dared to vio- must be strong. Our freedoms matter. Ms JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. late our people and our country and We must protect our freedoms and Speaker, today we as Americans must those nations who harbor and give aid guarantee the security of our people. reaffirm our allegiance to the United and comfort to those pathetic excuses God bless America. States of America, and as we stand for human beings, I promise you, we here today, men and women all over will identify you, we will find you, we f this Nation are drawn to New York and will rid this world of the stench of your AMERICA HAS A HISTORIC ROLE drawn to Virginia and the Pentagon existence. TO UPHOLD AND DEFEND FREE- helping to recover, helping to discover There is no such thing as a measured DOM’S LIGHT and find our loved ones. response to this horrific attack. This act of war will be avenged. Our beloved (Mr. MARKEY asked and was given b 1115 permission to address the House for 1 Nation will learn from this outrage, But we must resolve that this ter- and we will be a stronger and far great- minute and to revise and extend his re- rorism and this terrorist act will not er Nation for it. God bless our people; marks.) Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, yester- undermine our constitution, will not God bless America. day America walked through the eye of undermine our resolve and will not un- f dermine our faith. terror’s perfect storm. Thousands of CONDEMNATION OF COWARDLY To the injured and the families of the American families were hideously ACT OF WAR drafted into a war that they only dimly victims, I offer His amazing grace. To the firefighters and police officers who (Mr. SHUSTER asked and was given perceived. But today we emerge from permission to address the House for 1 the ashes of hate and horror, of evil, re- have fallen, we thank you for your sacrifice. minute and to revise and extend his reminded that America has a historical marks.) mission in the world to uphold free- We ask people of all faiths all over the world to take us to the level of Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise dom’s light and defend it against every today to condemn the cowardly act of and all attempts to snuff it out. weeding out these terrorists because we will not attack recklessly but we war set upon our country. My thoughts The great American, William Lloyd and prayers are with the victims, their will attack with purpose. Garrison, once said, ‘‘With reasonable families, and the citizens of this great I love America, and I love this home men I will reason, with humane men I country. will plead; but to tyrants, I will show of the brave and the free. As each one of us attempts to come no quarter, nor waste my arguments.’’ f to terms with this dastardly deed, the Today, Congress and the President THE GRAY WAR use of innocent civilians as a means to and the American people are saying to carry out this act was appalling. Unfor- the world, ‘‘With reasonable men we (Mr. STEARNS asked and was given tunately for our perpetrators, our re- will reason, with humane men we will permission to address the House for 1 solve has been strengthened. This hor- plead, but to agents of modern terror, minute and to revise and extend his re- rendous act has brought our Nation we will not waste our arguments, be- marks.) closer together, not farther apart, as I cause we will show them no quarter.’’ Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, the am sure was the intention. America bloodiest attack in American history f now has a stronger will than any cow- occurred yesterday, September 11, 2001, ardly act like this can break. THE PEOPLE OF SOUTH DAKOTA a date which will live in infamy. Life I guess you can say that the terror- AND THE PEOPLE OF AMERICA in America as we know it will change. ists have woken the sleeping tiger. Now DEMAND JUSTICE Let us, as Members of Congress, and America is wide awake to the realities (Mr. THUNE asked and was given more importantly as Americans, re- of the situation and angry. We will not permission to address the House for 1 solve to help these families who lost rest until those responsible are brought minute and to revise and extend her re- loved ones in this cowardly attack and to justice one way or another. marks.) provide the necessary resources to both Congress is united in its desire to do Mr. THUNE. Mr. Speaker, we are one the people in New York and Wash- whatever it takes to assist the Presi- America, one family. When one of us ington, D.C. to aid in the recovery and dent in this effort. I also strongly sup- suffers, we all suffer. assist these families. port holding those who harbor these

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5502 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 terrorists as equally responsible. In my every American in this Nation, black, things we believe in, liberty, freedom view, there is no separation. The full white, Latino, Jew, Gentile, Christian, and justice. weight of the United States military and non-Christian, to stand united in May God bless us and help us through should be brought down on all those re- our utter condemnation of these brutal these difficult times. sponsible for the murder of our fellow and inhuman acts. f Americans. Clearly, it is too early to identify God bless America. with precision the source of the ter- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE f rorist attack. But I am confident, with all of our resources brought together in The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. CONDEMNING ATTACK AGAINST the coming weeks and months, with LAHOOD). The Chair desires to an- OUR COUNTRY AND ITS CITIZENS our intelligence, law enforcement and nounce that following the declaration (Mr. RUSH asked and was given per- military agencies, we will be able to of recess today, Members are invited to mission to address the House for 1 piece together a coherent and credible attend a classified briefing here in the minute and to revise and extend his re- story; and we will act precisely. Chamber during the recess. marks.) In closing, my prayers go out to the f Mr. RUSH. Mr. Speaker, I stand be- hundreds, thousands, perhaps millions fore you this morning as a man proud of Americans who have been directly RECESS to be an American; proud because of affected by these terrorist acts. In ad- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- the extraordinary spirit that resides in dition, the courageous acts of rescue ant to clause 12 of rule I, the Chair de- the hearts and minds of the people of workers, volunteers, our fire and police clares the House in recess subject to this great Nation. departments must be acknowledged the call of the Chair, and the Chamber Yesterday our Nation was attacked. and praised. It is now time to honor will be cleared of all unauthorized per- Thousands of hardworking men and them all. We are all and they are all sonnel or guests. women in New York City and here at true American heroes. Accordingly (at 11 o’clock and 25 the Pentagon left their homes to put in f minutes a.m.), the House stood in re- an honest day’s work and they were vi- cess subject to the call of the Chair. ciously attacked; attacked by cowardly A DAY OF MOURNING AND OF f individuals who deliberately sought to RESOLUTION strike at the innocent. (Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin asked and b 1453 In spite of the ugliness of this trag- was given permission to address the AFTER RECESS edy, I witnessed the beauty of the House for 1 minute and to revise and American spirit rising Phoenix-like extend his remarks.) The recess having expired, the House out of the ashes; beauty that was dem- Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, was called to order by the Speaker pro onstrated by those who were attacked, today is a day of prayer and mourning tempore (Mr. LAHOOD) at 2 o’clock and those who rescued, and those who led; for America, the victims, and their 53 minutes p.m. beauty that was demonstrated in the loved ones. But it is also a day of reso- f form of strength of character, unity in lution. We are resolved to bring those PERMITTING USE OF ROTUNDA OF spirit, and a willing spirit. responsible for this atrocity to justice, CAPITOL FOR PRAYER VIGIL IN I believe that today, because of our swift and sure, and make clear that MEMORY OF THOSE WHO LOST pain, America is stronger than it has America, that freedom itself, will THEIR LIVES IN THE EVENTS OF ever been. God bless America. never be held hostage to terror. SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 f With a fresh awareness of all our vulnerability, we must move forward to Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- AMERICA WILL PREVAIL AGAINST secure our Nation. With hope that can- mous consent that the Committee on THIS ADVERSITY not be defeated, we must turn toward House Administration be discharged (Mr. KINGSTON asked and was given the best within us, put aside our dif- from further consideration of the con- permission to address the House for 1 ferences, respond to the continuing cri- current resolution (H. Con. Res. 223) minute and to revise and extend his re- sis, and begin the process of rebuilding. permitting the use of the rotunda of marks.) May God bless America. the Capitol for a prayer vigil in mem- Mr. KINGSTON. The book of Prov- f ory of those who lost their lives in the erbs tells us that the test of gold is events of September 11, 2001, and ask fire, but the test of man is adversity. UNCONSCIONABLE ACT; for its immediate consideration in the Today, America is being tested one IMMEASURABLE LOSS House. more time. But just as we in the past (Mr. MENENDEZ asked and was The Clerk read the title of the con- have faced the adversities of war, dis- given permission to address the House current resolution. ease and depression, we will prevail. for 1 minute and to revise and extend The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Yesterday, in the ever-present age- his remarks.) objection to the request of the gen- old battle between good and evil, it ap- Mr. MENENDEZ. What happened yes- tleman from Ohio? pears that evil stole the lives and safe- terday is beyond words and beyond Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, reserving ty of our citizens; and yet it can never comprehension. The act was uncon- the right to object, and obviously I will steal our resolve, our ideals, and our scionable. The loss is immeasurable. not nor do I intend to object, but I love of freedom. Many, many people in my district, want to reserve the right to object so Today, Congress and the American which is right across the river from the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. NEY) can people are back at work. Tomorrow, we New York City, have lost someone they kindly explain the purpose of the con- will seek justice; and the bell of free- cared about, a friend, a family member, current resolution. dom will ring once more loudly all over or just someone they knew. To my Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, will the gen- the globe. friends and neighbors and constituents tleman yield? f back home in New Jersey, let me say Mr. HOYER. I yield to the gentleman we will get through this together. That from Ohio. CONDEMNATION OF BRUTAL ACTS; spirit is demonstrated by the hundreds Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, House Con- ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMER- right now back at home seeking to give current Resolution 223 permits the use ICAN HEROES blood and volunteer. of the Capitol rotunda for a prayer (Ms. WATSON of California asked To my fellow countrymen and women vigil in memory of those who lost their and was given permission to address from every part of our great land, be- lives in yesterday’s tragic act of ter- the House for 1 minute and to revise cause there is no doubt that this was rorism against the United States. and extend her remarks.) an act of war against all of America, This country has suffered the most Ms. WATSON of California. Yester- let me say we stand as one, united terrible and horrific terrorist attack in day was an emergency 911 call for against our enemies, united for the its history. Although we still do not

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5503 know the full story, these unspeakable ject of H. Con. Res. 223, the concurrent (3) is certain that the people of the United acts of brutality strike at the very resolution just agreed to. States will stand united as our Nation begins heart of our society. Our heartfelt The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there the process of recovering and rebuilding in prayers and sympathy go out to all objection to the request of the gen- the aftermath of these tragic acts; (4) commends the heroic actions of the res- who have been directly touched by this tleman from Ohio? cue workers, volunteers, and State and local tragedy and their families. There was no objection. officials who responded to these tragic Prayer can now be the source of uni- f events with courage, determination, and fication and peace for a Nation that is skill; beginning the healing process. The ro- EXPRESSING SENSE OF SENATE (5) declares that these premeditated at- tunda in our Nation’s Capitol is a sym- AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTA- tacks struck not only at the people of Amer- bol of unification. House Members, TIVES REGARDING TERRORIST ica, but also at the symbols and structures of Senators and the American people have ATTACKS LAUNCHED AGAINST our economic and military strength, and UNITED STATES that the United States is entitled to respond historically gathered there for solemn under international law; occasions. It is, therefore, fitting that Mr. ARMEY. Mr. Speaker, I offer a (6) thanks those foreign leaders and indi- the people’s representatives from both joint resolution (H. J. Res. 61), express- viduals who have expressed solidarity with bodies gather together there today. No ing the sense of the Senate and House the United States in the aftermath of the at- matter what the troubles in the world, of Representatives regarding the ter- tacks, and asks them to continue to stand you can have peace with God and you rorist attacks launched against the with the United States in the war against can achieve it with prayer. United States on September 11, 2001, international terrorism; My fellow colleagues, please join me and I ask unanimous consent for its (7) commits to support increased resources in the war to eradicate terrorism; and the millions across the country immediate consideration pursuant to (8) supports the determination of the Presi- and the world as we remember those the following order: dent, in close consultation with Congress, to who died in a senseless and cowardly Debate on the joint resolution shall bring to justice and punish the perpetrators act of terrorism. May their memory be limited to 3 hours equally divided of these attacks as well as their sponsors; serve as a reminder that the American and controlled by the majority leader and spirit lives on and cannot be extin- and the minority leader; (9) declares that September 12, 2001, shall guished. After opening speeches, the majority be a National Day of Unity and Mourning, Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, further re- leader and the minority leader each and that when Congress adjourns today, it stands adjourned out of respect to the vic- serving the right to object, I, of course, may yield the remainder of his time to tims of the terrorist attacks. concur in the Chairman’s characteriza- the chairman and ranking minority tion of the resolution. member of the Committee on Inter- b 1500 It is appropriate that we authorize national Relations, respectively, who The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. the use of the rotunda of the Capitol, may control that time; LAHOOD). Is there objection to the re- the center and heart of this Nation’s The previous question shall be conquest of the gentleman from Texas? Capitol, to remember those who have sidered as ordered on the joint resolu- There was no objection. paid the final price for living in free- tion to final passage without inter- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- dom and defending freedom. vening motion; and tleman from Texas (Mr. ARMEY) and Our democracy, of course, will not Following passage of the joint resolu- the gentleman from Missouri (Mr. GEP- crumble in the face of this disaster. tion and upon receipt of a message that HARDT) each will control 90 minutes. Our democracy will endure this test the Senate has passed an identical The Chair recognizes the gentleman and emerge stronger and more dedi- joint resolution, the House shall be from Texas (Mr. ARMEY). cated to freedom and justice through- considered to have passed the Senate Mr. ARMEY. Mr. Speaker, I yield out the world. joint resolution. myself such time as I may consume. We do this to honor and remember The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Mr. Speaker, this is a time when we those of our fellow citizens, those who Clerk will report the joint resolution. should choose our words carefully and live among us who perished yesterday, The Clerk read as follows: deliver them deliberately. and those whose lives have been forever H.J. RES. 61 Mr. Speaker, this resolution is a res- changed by grievous acts of cowardice. Whereas on September 11, 2001, terrorists olution that shows our utter contempt Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I withdraw hijacked and destroyed four civilian aircraft, and our total resolve after the acts of my reservation of objection. crashing two of them into the towers of the yesterday. America was attacked yes- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there World Trade Center in New York City, and a terday, Mr. Speaker, an evil, cowardly objection to the request of the gen- third into the Pentagon outside Washington, act of war against the American people tleman from Ohio? D.C.; Whereas thousands of innocent Americans and against the lovers of freedom There was no objection. were killed and injured as a result of these across this globe. The Clerk read the concurrent reso- attacks, including the passengers and crew It is, Mr. Speaker, because of the lution, as follows: of the four aircraft, workers in the World goodness of the American people that H. CON. RES. 223 Trade Center and in the Pentagon, rescue they find it so impossible to under- Resolved by the House of Representatives (the workers, and bystanders; Whereas these attacks destroyed both tow- stand such acts of barbarism. It is, Mr. Senate concurring), That the rotunda of the Speaker, because of our commitment Capitol is authorized to be used at any time ers of the World Trade Center, as well as ad- on September 12, 2001, for a prayer vigil in jacent buildings, and seriously damaged the to peace and freedom and love that we memory of those who lost their lives in the Pentagon; and do not understand how people can do events of September 11, 2001. Physical prep- Whereas these attacks were by far the these things. arations for the vigil shall be carried out in deadliest terrorist attacks ever launched But, Mr. Speaker, there are things accordance with such conditions as the Ar- against the United States, and, by targeting the American people do understand. We chitect of the Capitol may prescribe. symbols of American strength and success, understand the heartbreak of the fami- clearly were intended to intimidate our Na- The concurrent resolution was agreed tion and weaken its resolve: Now, therefore, lies of those victims of this atrocity to. be it who lost their lives. We as a Nation A motion to reconsider was laid on Resolved by the Senate and House of Rep- come together with empathy. Our the table. resentatives of the United States of America in hearts cry out for the loss, the injus- f Congress assembled, That Congress— tice, the mindlessness of it, the cruelty (1) condemns in the strongest possible and the waste; and we come together as GENERAL LEAVE terms the terrorists who planned and carried a Nation to console one another. Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- out the September 11, 2001, attacks against Mr. Speaker, we Americans under- the United States, as well as their sponsors; mous consent that all Members may (2) extends its deepest condolences to the stand the heroism that is demonstrated have 5 legislative days within which to victims of these heinous and cowardly at- by our citizens, the quiet heroism of revise and extend their remarks and in- tacks, as well as to their families, friends, those ordinary working men and clude extraneous material on the sub- and loved ones; women in America who went to work

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5504 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 yesterday, to do their duty to them- of our fathers, we understand that in soot and dirt and blood, sitting on side- selves, their family, their jobs, to one America we have the wonderful oppor- walks, trying to get their breath, try- another, quietly and ordinarily. tunity to have faith in things that are ing to find their surroundings, oper- We understand especially in such dra- good; and, Mr. Speaker, we understand ating without sleep and help, doing ev- matic terms the heroism of the firemen that by the commitment of our under- erything in their power as human and the policemen that rushed to the standings of the goodness of the people, beings to help others, and giving their danger to be of service and help and re- the goodness of our way of life, the lives in order to do it. lief and perhaps to actually save people goodness of people across the world In the days ahead, we are going to they did not even know. who love freedom, in the end that faith hear more stories of more heroes, true- We understand the heroism of the tells us that good will defeat evil. And to-life heroes, who sacrificed in all servicemen and women, quietly going all the victims of yesterday will be vin- kind of ways; and, unfortunately, we about their job, working for the secu- dicated by a world that will live free are going to hear more stories about rity of America, for the preservation of and decent in respect for one another, more victims who succumbed to the vi- freedom, who were assaulted at their citizens of all nations and creeds and olence of these terrorists. desks yesterday; who picked up the for our own citizens. In the days to come we as a Congress pieces, ran to each other’s aid, putting Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of will be taking the steps to restore their Pentagon back together the best my time. American national security and to pun- they can, and who will continue to be Mr. GEPHARDT. Mr. Speaker, I yield ish those responsible for this act of war vigilant for freedom and democracy myself such time as I may consume. against the United States of America. across this globe. Mr. Speaker, I thank the majority We will not rest until we find the per- We understand that heroism. And the leader for bringing this resolution with petrators of this highest, most heinous reason we understand that, Mr. Speak- me and all of our Members. I appre- act of crime against our people and er, is that is who we are. We are a he- ciate his cooperation, the cooperation against the United States and against roic nation. We would prefer to be a of the Speaker, and all the leaders of civilization and against humanity. quietly heroic nation, doing the mun- Congress, all the Members. This is war; and we will do everything dane things in the ordinary business of Mr. Speaker, this is a moment for all in our power together to make sure life; but, if we are called upon, we will of us as a people to rise to the occa- that terrorists never, ever again can be a heroic nation that will run to the sion, to rise to the challenge. We bring create this mayhem, this chaos, this distressed to lend our hand. And we this resolution forward with a heavy violence against our people and our have proven that. heart, but with an unbowed spirit to country. Mr. Speaker, we are also a nation of condemn with one voice the senseless This resolution makes clear ter- people who understand justice, free- acts of heinous violence that were com- rorism is a different, sinister kind of dom, democracy, and, Mr. Speaker, se- mitted against thousands of our people, threat that faces all Americans and all curity; and that understanding of these to send a signal that we are determined people of this world. It demands the values that we hold so deep, Mr. Speak- to begin the healing process, and to strongest possible response from our er, should not be underestimated. It is serve notice that we will take imme- Congress and from our country. We must review our priorities for that understanding that allows me to diate decisive steps in the days ahead spending on national defense and put say now, you will be found, those of to make sure that this never, ever hap- necessary resources into programs to you who perpetrated this horrible act; pens again on American soil. combat this threat, to ensure that you will be found, and you will be made Today we gather in sorrow for the what happened yesterday never, ever to pay. military heroes who have lost their happens again. Mr. Speaker, we also understand lives at the Pentagon, for the thou- This Congress is united, Democrats, what is required of great nations in the sands of Americans in New York who Independents, Republicans. There is no service of civilization in this world; lost their lives in the horrible explo- light or air between us. We stand and that understanding runs deep in sions at the World Trade Center, and shoulder to shoulder. We will trust one America. It, too, is who we are. And we for the countless brave Americans who another in the days ahead. We will understand that that commitment to perished on airplanes hijacked by ruth- trust the White House, and we will ask civilized nations, respecting one an- less terrorists and made into instru- to be trusted in the highest sense of other and treating our citizens with de- ments of mass destruction. that word, to find the answers that we cency, is why this great nation will not We salute the incredible, wonderful, can agree on to solve this problem, be compelled, not even tempted, in the heroic rescue workers, medical per- once and for all. face of this catastrophe to change its sonnel, firemen and firewomen, police- course. men and policewomen, who literally b 1515 No, Mr. Speaker. We will stand to- ran back in the buildings that crashed Freedom, freedom in America has gether with the great nations of this around their heads in order to save the burned for everyone in this world for world who love civilization, democ- lives of others. At this very moment as over 200 years. Freedom was founded by racy, freedom, and decency; and we we meet on the House floor, countless our founding ancestors. What happened know they will stand with us at this rescue workers are still fighting tire- yesterday changes the nature of free- time. lessly to find people who might be alive dom in this country and every country Mr. Speaker, we will stand against in the rubble and trying to bring life forever. We live in a new world, and we tyranny, as we have done. Do not un- back to them, and hundreds of indi- will never go back. As leaders, we must derestimate us in our resolve. This vidual unnamed Americans are step- find a new balance with our people be- great nation of heroes, who throughout ping forward to volunteer, to give tween freedom and security. We must its entire history loved freedom so blood, to give money, to give time, to summon among ourselves our highest much that it risked its peace even to volunteer to participate to save lives and best thought, our highest and best defend the freedoms of others, will de- and to bring people back. action, so that we can help lead our fend its own freedom. We have been so moved by the pic- citizens to a new understanding in a And for you nations in this globe who tures on the television of rescue work- new world of what it means to be free would harbor the terrorists, who would ers trying to bring people back to life. and also secure. condone terrorism, who might even I have been moved by their patriotism, Freedom will not be defeated because support the terrorists, make no mis- by their bravery, their resolve, their of the power of our ideas, the values of take about it; you will be held respon- willpower, their love for other people our democracy and humanity, and be- sible by this great nation, and by all at a time of great danger for them- cause of the wonderful, heroic Amer- the great nations of this world that selves. ican people who each day breathe life love freedom, peace and decency. This generation of Americans is ris- into the ideas of freedom and democ- Mr. Speaker, there is another thing ing to the occasion, as Americans have racy. that we Americans understand. We un- always done. I have watched these res- I ask my colleagues to vote for this derstand faith. We understand the faith cue workers, their bodies covered in resolution to condemn this attack, the

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5505 worst attack in the beloved history of let the world be clear about what hap- Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support America; and let us move forward as pened yesterday. This was not a ‘‘trag- of this resolution, and I urge all of my one Nation, one people, for the sake of edy’’ in the strict sense of the word. A colleagues to approve it without delay every single person on this entire plan- ‘‘tragedy,’’ as we remember from Greek and without dissent. et who believes in freedom and believes drama, is something inevitable, a fate Yesterday, the world’s greatest de- in civilization and believes in human- from which there is no escape. What mocracy suffered one of the most mon- ity. happened on September 11, 2001, was no strous acts of terror in human history. Let me end with the words of an old more a tragedy than what happened on This terrorist attack was not only an hymn that I love so much. We ask December 7, 1941. attack on the American people, it was today for God’s help. When we face the And here is the full meaning of the an attack on the very essence of our unexplainable, when we face evil, we analogy that so many have drawn to free and democratic society. It was or- must turn to God. As the hymn said, Pearl Harbor: what happened yesterday chestrated for the purpose of mur- ‘‘And he will raise you up on eagles’ was a willful, deliberate act of aggres- dering American citizens and of under- wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, sion. Its purpose was destruction: to mining the American way of life. We make you shine like the sun, and hold kill Americans in order to demoralize cannot and we shall not permit the per- you in the palm of his hand.’’ the American people, destabilize Amer- petrators of this terror to prevail. Mr. ARMEY. Mr. Speaker, I want to ican democracy, and wreak havoc with Yesterday, Mr. Speaker, represents thank the gentleman from Missouri the American economy. While we ex- the opening salvo in this new millen- (Mr. GEPHARDT), the minority leader, tend our love and sympathy to the nium in America’s global struggle for his comments and for his cospon- thousands who did indeed experience against international terrorism. It is a sorship of this resolution. wrenching personal tragedies yester- struggle like no other our Nation has Mr. Speaker, I yield the balance of day, we must be clear about the mean- ever faced. During the century just my time to the gentleman from Illinois ing of these acts. These were acts of ended, Americans rose to the challenge (Mr. HYDE), the chairman of the Com- war against the United States of Amer- to defeat international Fascism and mittee on International Relations. ica, against the American people, and international communism. Meeting the Mr. GEPHARDT. Mr. Speaker, I yield against the rights and freedoms for the balance of my time to the gen- challenge of international terrorism which America stands in the world. again demands all that we as Ameri- tleman from California (Mr. LANTOS). These were acts of demonic evil whose cans are capable of mustering. GENERAL LEAVE perpetrators have disqualified them- First, Mr. Speaker, we must close the Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- selves from membership in the human wounds. As we speak, rescue teams are mous consent that all Members may race. risking their lives to save those still have 5 legislative days within which to Wars have been fought for many rea- buried in the smoldering rubble. Now is revise and extend their remarks and in- sons in 5,000 years of recorded human the time for all Americans to extend clude extraneous matter on the legisla- history. Wars have been fought for ter- tion under consideration. their hands, their hearts, and their The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. ritory, for ideology, for plunder, for prayers to the victims and to their conquest. This war in which we are now LAHOOD). Is there objection to the re- families. We are a people of great com- quest of the gentleman from Illinois? engaged, and this is war, not ‘‘crime’’ passion, Mr. Speaker; and we must There was no objection. in the ordinary sense of the term, is a come together as one Nation to help Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- war for civilization itself. It is a war our fellow Americans in this hour of self such time as I may consume. that pits the defenders of human need. Six decades ago, Sir Winston Church- rights, the defenders of democracy Second, we must strengthen our de- ill wrote words that are just as salient against those who hate America pre- fenses. We must take urgent steps to today as they were then: ‘‘Civilization cisely because she is the preeminent prevent such vicious acts of terror will not last,’’ he wrote, ‘‘freedom will symbol, the greatest contemporary em- from ever being repeated. Yesterday’s not survive, peace will not be kept, un- bodiment of human rights and democ- dastardly acts exposed our Nation’s less a very large majority of mankind racy. We were a target yesterday be- vulnerabilities. To ensure that the vic- unite together to defend them.’’ cause of what we stand for, because of tims of this terror did not die in vain, Mounting that defense requires lead- who we are. In defending ourselves, we we must prove to the perpetrators and ership. Freedom will not be defended are defending everyone in the world to the world at large that America will without leadership. Human decency who believes in the rights of man, ev- emerge from this tragedy a much will not be defended without leader- eryone who believes that democratic stronger nation. ship. America was attacked yesterday politics, not mass violence, is the way Third, Mr. Speaker, justice must be because of what she is and because of to conduct public affairs. done. We must marshal all of our what she stands for. America must now Expressions of resolve are important strength and all our intelligence to take the lead in rallying the forces nec- today, as are expressions of sympathy find and apprehend those who dare to essary to defeat terrorism throughout and solidarity; but there must be more. perpetrate such an act of evil against the world. It is imperative that we understand the United States. We must punish the It is a standard plot in science fic- that we are in a war. It is imperative guilty, but we must not end there. We tion. Humanity: fractious, divided, con- we take the steps necessary, in both must strike back against terror, de- flicted humanity, unites at last to face terms of policy and funding, to make stroy the guilty, and shatter their net- together the threat of an invasion from sure we win that war. In doing so, we work and those dictatorships which aliens. What happened yesterday was defend ourselves and we defend the support and harbor them. not the doing of aliens. It was not hope which touches hearts around the We are not alone in this struggle. In something that came from ‘‘out there.’’ world that this new century will see this time of need, we turn to our It was something that came from the triumph of freedom and the vindi- friends and allies for assistance and for below, from that corner of hell where cation of the democratic idea in human cooperation. Americans will not forget the most wicked sentiments in the affairs. those who support us now, and we will human heart fester. Is it possible to Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of not forget those who do not. imagine that, confronted with evil of my time. this magnitude humanity, or at least Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I first b 1530 Churchill’s very large majority of hu- would like to identify myself with the It has long been the policy of the manity, will unite to defeat the com- powerful statements of the Republican United States to hold accountable mon enemy? We must hope so. But we leader, the Democratic leader, and the those who harbor terrorists as sponsors must also act, for American leadership gentleman from Illinois (Mr. HYDE), of terrorism. We must now implement is essential in gathering the friends of my good friend, the chairman of the this policy with new vigor. civilization to the common defense. Committee on International Relations. I call on the Taliban in Afghanistan Let us be very clear, let the Amer- Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time to turn over Osama bin Laden and his ican people be very clear and, indeed, as I may consume. gang for their proper punishment.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5506 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 I call on Yasser Arafat to put back in haven for terrorists, holding them Such hateful prejudice offends us all. prison the terrorists he liberated so un- equally responsible and accountable. I shared these sentiments just hours justly. In the Congress, we stand behind our ago with the President at the White I call on Iran to stop supporting the President, our Armed Forces, and our House. Even as we struggle to clear terrorists of Hezbollah who have law enforcement agencies in our efforts away the rubble and the charred brought death and destruction in their to bring these vicious criminals to jus- wreckage, our wounds, as we mourn wake. tice. America’s war against terrorists our dead and seek ultimate justice, I call on Syria to close the head- has only just begun. America must also stand together quarters of the various terrorist orga- In light of yesterday’s attack, we against this type of bigotry. nizations in Damascus. must now fully review all of our poli- Mr. Speaker, we are all in this to- We must also demand, and I call on cies toward international terrorism, gether, Americans who share a com- Russia, China, and North Korea to stop our airport security, and our intel- mon grief and outrage. All Americans selling weapons of mass destruction to ligence capability. We must take all of all faiths, Christians, Muslims, Jews, countries that harbor terrorists. the necessary steps to make certain we all condemn this cowardly act of Let us begin here and now by finding that this kind of a massacre is never terrorism. a common voice and expressing our Na- repeated. Over the past 24 hours, many people tion’s sense of indignation, sorrow, and We must make certain, too, that have said that America will never be firm resolve. Let us demonstrate here upon anyone who attacks the freedom the same, and in many ways that is and now the power of democracy. of our country will be brought to bear true. We struggle to comprehend our As a survivor of the Holocaust, Mr. the full resolve of our great Nation. sudden and terrible loss of countless Speaker, I have vowed never to forget America is no fallen tower, America loved ones, of national innocence, of a that dark chapter in human history. stands strong and united, and we must sense that America was somehow in- Yesterday’s act of terror again reminds use all of our means to pursue these vulnerable to a chaos that always us of man’s unlimited capacity for evil perpetrators of crimes against our hu- seemed so very far away. against his fellow man. This, too, we manity. Each of us will be asked to do more, God bless our Nation. must never forget. to give more, to join our fellow citizens Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- Yesterday, the United States of lighted to yield 4 minutes to my good to defend the freedoms and the values America lost its innocence, but history friend, the gentleman from Michigan we cherish. As we have heard on this will show that America found a new floor already, people are already an- (Mr. BONIOR), the distinguished Demo- unity and a new will to wage war cratic whip. swering the call. We have seen thou- against international terrorism. Let us Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, I thank sands of people lining up to donate begin to write that new history today. my colleague for yielding time to me. I blood, families offering shelter to vic- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of congratulate him on a very important tims they do not even know, neighbors my time. and eloquent statement. embracing neighbors, congregations Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased Mr. Speaker, today we grieve to- joining in prayer. to yield 2 minutes to the gentleman gether as a Nation. We grieve for the We in this House pledge to do our from New York (Mr. GILMAN), the dis- sons and the daughters, the mothers part, to work together as never before, tinguished former chairman of the and the fathers, the friends and the col- to join the President and our many al- Committee on International Relations. leagues who were murdered in yester- lies around the world to defend our (Mr. GILMAN asked and was given day’s savage attack. We shed tears land and our liberty. From this con- permission to revise and extend his re- with thousands of families whose lives flagration, the world will see an Amer- marks.) have been shattered, and we mourn ica emerge that is stronger and more Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, yester- those courageous fallen heroes who united than ever before, always and day, September 11, is another day of in- sacrificed their own lives amid choking forever a beacon for the best in the famy in our Nation’s history as our Na- stairwells and roaring flames and fall- human spirit. tion was viciously attacked in the ing concrete so that others might live. Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased most devastating act of terrorism in It is hard for us to fathom the bitter to yield 3 minutes to the distinguished our books of record. hatred that could inspire our attackers gentleman from Texas (Mr. DELAY), The distinguished gentleman from Il- to such acts of horror. They drink from the majority whip. linois (Chairman HYDE) and our bipar- a dark and poisoned well. Hatred is a Mr. DELAY. Mr. Speaker, I thank the tisan leaders are commended for thirst that can never be quenched, Mr. gentleman for yielding time to me. crafting this resolution. President Speaker. Amid our own fury, we must Mr. Speaker, I think all of us send Bush and the leadership of the House strike that cup down. our condolences and prayers out to and Senate are commended for their bi- The United States will act decisively every American family that was partisan solidarity at this time of our and forcefully to pursue those guilty of harmed by this cowardly act to our Na- national crisis. this slaughter wherever they may be tion. We want the victims to know that This barbaric attack was a targeted, hiding, and mete out justice that is none of them is alone. Every American coordinated act of terrorism com- swift and severe. As the dust settles grieves with them. mitted against innocent Americans, an today, we find ourselves confronting an We are standing beside them, and we attack on our leading economic and enemy that is both evil and elusive, will never, ever forget the Americans military institutions, and an assault but the world must know that America who fell yesterday. We have all been on our efforts to promote peace and now stands stronger than ever, a Na- unified by this tragedy, and we will get freedom throughout the world. tion sworn to defend freedom, toler- through it together. Just as it has in To the victims and families of this ance, diversity, and democracy. Those every crisis before this, the strength of tragedy, to the courageous rescue terrorists who attempt to extinguish our faith will strengthen our Nation. workers, and New York’s finest and our spirit must know that these are Faith endures as the great and abid- bravest firemen and police who have ideals we Americans will never sur- ing source of our fortitude. Every paid the ultimate price, to the people render. American is grateful for the countless of New York and Washington and else- Mr. Speaker, I come from Michigan. acts of heroism from the men and where around the world, we extend our It is the home of hundreds of thousands women who fought through the chaos heartfelt prayers and condolences. of Arab Americans and American Mus- to aid these victims. Their actions Our Nation is grateful to the inter- lims. Already, leaders in their commu- make all of us so proud to be Ameri- national community, who have ex- nity, patriotic Americans who give so cans, and we salute their courage. pressed their concerns and who stand much to this country, who have con- Today this Chamber has no divisions. by us today against international ter- demned these attacks and who are as We stand united behind President rorism. It is important that the inter- sickened by the carnage as everyone Bush. Our President should use any and national community condemns all else, have been receiving death threats, all means necessary to avenge the lives those nations which provide any safe and their families live in fear. of our fallen countrymen.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5507 Yesterday, agents of evil may have passengers and crew of Flight 77, age, and selflessness were common- declared war against freedom, but they Flight 11, Flight 93, and Flight 175; for place yesterday as many rescuers be- failed to bend the iron of American re- those serving their country at the Pen- came themselves victims. solve. Tempered by tragedy, our com- tagon, both civilian and military, who Our hearts go out to the victims’ mitment to America’s founding prin- have been killed; and for the thousands families and close friends who today ciples and the service of freedom has killed or injured at the World Trade must cope with their excruciating loss. only grown stronger this afternoon. We Center. As shock abates, the numbing pain of are at war with the forces of terrorism. Today, Mr. Speaker, we also recog- yesterday’s terror will leave indelible We will draw no empty distinctions nize all those Americans who re- scars. May God supernaturally inter- between those who physically carry sponded to those terrorist acts with vene with healing comfort and that out these acts and the people, organiza- heroism, with courage, and with com- peace that surpasses understanding. tions, and governments who aid, abet, passion: the firefighters, police offi- Mr. Speaker, the cowards who per- and shelter the enemies of freedom. cers, emergency officials and volun- petrated these crimes against God and The United States is fully committed teers who risked their own lives, and humanity must be brought to justice to sweeping this aggression from this some of whom sacrificed their own no matter how long it takes. And by Earth, and our enemies will eventually lives, to come to the aid of their coun- the grace of God, and the crafting of discover the most powerful force on trymen and women. They are American wise policy initiatives, this must never Earth is the united will of the Amer- heroes, and this Nation will honor be allowed to happen again. We must ican people when we are behind a single them as such. take all the requisite steps to win that objective. Today that mission is clear. war which the gentleman from Illinois b 1545 Our duty as Americans requires (Mr. HYDE) spoke of earlier, the war unending hostility against the forces of My own district in North Texas, for against terrorism. terrorism. example, is already awash in American Those who wish us harm should The architects of this calculated flags as Americans from all walks of know, Mr. Speaker, that Americans are wickedness will find no safe harbor in life pay tribute to their brave country- strong, determined, and resilient. this world. We will chase our enemies men and women. Mr. Speaker, that America is united; not to be underesti- to the furthest corner of the Earth. It spirit of unity and of resolve will char- mated. In like manner, President Bush must be war without quarter, pursuit acterize America’s response to this is strong and determined; fully in without rest, victory without qualifica- cowardly barbaric assault. charge and not to be underestimated, tion. We will not take a single step Congress will stand united, Demo- and will lead us with boldness as well backward. We will not be dissuaded. We crats and Republicans together, to do as prudence. will not yield. Our retribution is cer- all we can to help the victims of this Finally, Mr. Speaker, America’s tain, and America will never rest until act of terror and to safeguard the lib- foundational strength is not to be we destroy this threat to liberty by de- erty and security of the American peo- found in its military might, significant feating the agents and supporters of ple. And we will stand together as as that is, or our relative prosperity, terrorism. Americans, regardless of our political and we are indeed rich in the world’s With the strength of our convictions affiliation, to find those responsible for resources, but it is to be found in our and the grace of God in a righteous these despicable acts. individual and collective faith in and cause, we will prevail. Mr. Speaker, I, We will fully support the President faithfulness to God. May this horrific too, ask for God to bless America. as he builds an international coalition act of mass violence compel us to turn Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield against this cancer that threatens the anew to God, seeking healing, restora- myself such time as I may consume. entire world, and we will continue to tion, and justice, as well as divine guid- Mr. Speaker, let me thank the distin- be united when we respond to the evil ance, so that His will will be done on guished Democratic whip for reminding of terrorism with the full force of the Earth as it is in heaven. us that Americans of all religious be- United States Government and of the Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- liefs are equally opposed to this hor- American people. Make no mistake, lighted to yield 5 minutes to the gen- rendous practice of terrorism. Let me the United States of America, sup- tleman from Missouri (Mr. SKELTON), remind my colleagues that the last ported by our friends and allies, will the distinguished ranking member of three military engagements we partici- win this war. the House Committee on Armed Serv- pated in—in Kuwait, in Bosnia, and in May God bless the souls of those who ices. Kosovo—were on behalf of people of the died yesterday, and may He comfort Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, yester- Muslim faith. the spirits of their families. day, people touched with evil brought Mr. Speaker, I am delighted to yield Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased hate and darkness to a land of light 3 minutes to the distinguished gen- to yield 21⁄2 minutes to the gentleman and freedom. I need not recount the de- tleman from Texas (Mr. FROST), chair- from New Jersey (Mr. SMITH), the dis- tails of their crimes. Those will forever man of the Democratic Caucus. tinguished vice chairman of the House be too familiar. I saw some of the dam- Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, I thank the Committee on International Relations. age firsthand at the Pentagon last gentleman for yielding time to me. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. night. Mr. Speaker, yesterday was an hor- Speaker, I thank the distinguished The lives that they took, structures rific day. On September 11, 2001, inter- chairman Mr. HYDE, and thank him for that they damaged were not the true national outlaws committed a cow- his very eloquent remarks just a few target. Here is what they attacked: the ardly, barbaric assault against the moments ago and for all the very mov- idealist Nation that guaranties all of United States of America, against in- ing statements being made on the floor its people equality in law and enforces nocent civilians, and against the brave, today. it in deed; the determined Nation that honorable men and women of our mili- Mr. Speaker, words, however, are time and again deploys its finest men tary. simply inadequate to convey the utter and women to restore peace where it That makes today, Mr. Speaker, a shock, horror, sorrow, dismay and does not exist and maintain peace very difficult but very important day anger over yesterday’s supreme act of where it does; the generous Nation that for all of us: a day of grief, of outrage, cowardice against innocent Americans. gives more selfless support to other of quiet resolve to bring to justice Our prayers and hearts go out to the countries than any other in history; those responsible for this terrible as- victims—the dead and the wounded— the steadfast Nation that is the first sault on our great Nation, and to en- and to those who at this very hour one called when disaster strikes, when sure that it never happens again. cling to life, horribly trapped under tragedy erupts, when fortune’s heart Today, Mr. Speaker, we grieve for the concrete, jagged glass, and steel. turns cold. That is what they attacked. untold thousands of innocent Ameri- Our Nation’s admiration and respect They killed many Americans; but cans whose lives were shattered by a for the firefighters, police officers, and they did not kill, they could not kill calculated, cold-blooded act of mass medics, many of whom lost their lives our idealism, our determination, our murder. We especially grieve for the in the line of duty, is deep. Valor, cour- generosity, our steadfastness. They

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5508 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 could not kill what makes America American. It is another day that will Today, every American, every civ- America. live in infamy. Words alone cannot de- ilized human speaks with one voice in Shortly after Pearl Harbor, the com- scribe the enormity of yesterday’s saying to those who planned, partici- mander of the Japanese forces, Admiral events. These vicious terrorist attacks pated, aided and abetted, or gave sanc- Isoroku Yamamoto, mused, ‘‘I fear we represent nothing less than a declara- tuary to the perpetrators of this un- have roused a sleeping giant and filled tion of war against our Nation. And as mitigated evil, we will not rest until him with a terrible resolve.’’ Those with any war, we must fight to win. you are rooted out, rooted out like a who assisted in perpetrating this deed We must use every investigative and cancer, and destroyed. should take those words to heart, be- military resource at our disposal to As President Franklin Delano Roo- cause resolve, too, is in our national find and punish the individuals and sevelt said in his address to Congress character, as Admiral Yamamoto governments responsible for these rep- the day following the attack on Pearl learned to his eternal regret. We do not rehensible crimes. The full power of Harbor, and I quote, ‘‘Always we will go weeping through the streets. We do the United States should be brought to remember the character of the on- not wail and beat our breasts. We just bear against the cowards who carried slaught against us.’’ And in remem- set about methodically and with great out these attacks against innocent bering, it will fashion our response. certainty to bring justice. men, women, and children. The United States of America will To those who devised and plotted the As President Bush said last night, no never, never, never rest until you and attack, I say, you will not find haven distinction should be made between all of those who provide you with shel- in the world of decent men and women. those who committed these atrocities ter and safe harbor are held account- And the hearts of many others will be and those who provide safe harbor and able for this horrific and heinous turned against you. If you believe, as encouragement. The United States is a crime. the attackers did, that your own life nation like no other. We are the b 1600 has no value, America will be glad to world’s greatest democracy, a nation that gives hope to the downtrodden and Know, too, that no amount of fury, cash that check. And any country that no amount of anger, no amount of re- dares harbor you will pay its due. oppressed everywhere. We are a nation based on the principles of freedom and vulsion at such senseless and cowardly At the same time, I hope that all acts on innocent men, women, children Americans will remember another les- liberty. And while we have seen the light of freedom flicker and fade at in the street, none of that will drive us son of the Second World War; that not to embrace your twisted law of the jun- everyone who looks like our idea of the times for many other people around the globe, it has always burned strong gle. But we will see justice done. enemy actually is the enemy. Tragedy Our national character charged by is no excuse to create new injustice. here in America. So, as in the past, we will rise above the bravery and determination of gen- Let me extend my sympathies to erations who preceded us demands those of the Congress and to all the the confusion and despair of yesterday. We will prevail over those who seek to more. Our resolute commitment to families of the victims, and particu- democratic values and the rule of law larly those who were killed or wounded destroy our way of life. The future will bring new hope, and we will again join and reason demands more. while responding to give aid to others. together as one Nation and show the The depraved brutality of September I ask prayers also for anyone with a world what being an American is all 11, 2001, much like that of December 7, loved one in uniform. Indeed, if there is about. 1941, has left each of us shaken and sor- a positive to be found in all of this, it Our prayers go out to all the victims rowful. But now, as then, the American is that Americans may rediscover their and their families. God bless them and will and the American resolve are respect for our military forces. God bless America. unshaken and undeterred. Toward that end, and as a sign to our Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very Freedom, all of us know, has never attackers of their futility, I ask that pleased to yield 5 minutes to the gen- meant freedom from risk, nor will it every American who has an American tleman from Maryland (Mr. HOYER), ever be. In fact, such risk is a compo- flag to take it outside and fly it. And if the distinguished ranking member of nent of that very freedom we cherish. you do not have one, I hope you will the Committee on House Administra- But we must and we will confront get one. tion. those who criminally and viciously put We have been in a quiet war against (Mr. HOYER asked and was given freedom itself at risk. terrorism for some time. The difference permission to revise and extend his re- Mr. Speaker, the memory of all of today is that now everyone knows it. marks.) those whose lives were lost, who were As today’s debate will show, anyone Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, the un- surely on the front lines of freedom, hoping to sow discord or profit from speakable barbarism perpetrated on must lead us to renew our pledge of al- political division will be disappointed. American soil yesterday was directed legiance to our one Nation, under God, There are no Republicans or Democrats at freedom-loving people on every con- indivisible, and with liberty and justice today, there are only Americans, tinent on Earth. It will never be forgot- for all. proud, somber, resolute and looking ten. Another day of infamy and perfidy Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I yield such forward. is etched indelibly on the pages of the time as he may consume to the distin- Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased history of the world. guished gentleman from Illinois, to yield 2 minutes to the distinguished Our thoughts and our prayers go out Speaker of the House (Mr. HASTERT). gentleman from Ohio (Mr. CHABOT). to all those who perished or were in- Mr. HASTERT. Mr. Speaker, yester- Mr. CHABOT. Mr. Speaker, I thank jured by these mindless murderous day the American people were vi- the gentleman for yielding me this acts; acts of war. Our hearts go out to ciously and deliberately attacked by time. their loved ones as well. terrorists. My heart goes out to those The United States of America is a Our thoughts, our prayers, and our victims and their families. But make great nation with a compelling history. heartfelt thanks go out to all of those no mistake, this was an act of war. The Over 200 years ago, we overcame long who put their own lives in harm’s way American people, as represented by the odds to create a new country and form to help others: the law enforcement of- Members of this Congress, will take all a more perfect union. Since that time, ficers, the military personnel, the fire- appropriate action to protect its citi- we have withstood a depression, assas- fighters and paramedics, the doctors zens and to win this war against these sinations, natural disasters; we fought and nurses, and the countless civilians terrorists. a Civil War, two world wars, and the who came to the aid of their fellow We have entered into a new era of our Cold War. We have faced many trials citizens. They are the true American history. As of yesterday, how we live, and many enemies. And each time we heroes, and their selfless courage for- how we work, how we play have been have come together as one Nation, one tifies this Nation. Yesterday, today, changed for as long as we will be able people; and we have triumphed. and tomorrow we fear that many of to see, in our children and our grand- Now we face a new challenge. Sep- these brave souls too have become vic- children. tember 11th, 2001, yesterday, will in- tims of this contemptible criminal con- Terrorists flout international law delibly be etched in the minds of every spiracy. and standards of common decency.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5509 They target the American people be- all of those who participated in this the loss of members of our families and cause we are strong and because they unbelievable conspiracy, this madness. friends, but we will act and we will do are weak. These terrorists are cowards Terrorists may destroy our buildings, so with courage; and we will accom- and they will be punished. terrorists may harm and kill our peo- plish our mission, our sacred mission Some say that we cannot be the ple, but terrorists will never, ever de- now of revenge against those who have world’s policeman. Well, if we do not stroy the spirit of freedom and our love taken American lives. enforce the rules of common decency, for democracy. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 21⁄2 if we do not take steps to protect our Our Nation is strong and determined. minutes to the gentleman from New citizens from these lawless and evil We will never turn back; no, we will Jersey (Mr. MENENDEZ), the distin- bandits, no one else will. This is a new never turn back from our commitment guished vice chair of the Democratic kind of war, and we must be prudent in to a free and open society and our de- Caucus. how we prosecute it. termination for a world community at (Mr. MENENDEZ asked and was All those nations who harbor, who peace with itself. given permission to revise and extend train, who support, who fund these ter- Those who engage in this madness his remarks.) Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, Sep- rorist groups bear equal responsibility will be tracked down, and they will be tember 11, 2001, is the second day of infor the actions of these terrorists. We brought to justice. And for those who famy in our history; and it was without must dedicate the proper resources to are hurt and for the families who lost a doubt an act of war. It was also a deal with them in the appropriate way. loved ones in this unspeakable tragedy, crime against humanity and the civ- Terrorists may be able to run, but they they are in our thoughts and prayers at ilized world, an attack against inno- can not hide from America’s steely de- this difficult time. cent, unsuspecting, defenseless civil- termination and justice. Mr. Speaker, today on this day, we ians, against women and children, Let me say a few words about the pray for our people and we pray for our many from my own State of New Jer- American people. Many of those who Nation. sey. died were dedicated public servants, Mr. Speaker, I support this resolu- Mr. Speaker, the terrorists may have members of our armed services, fire- tion. appeared to strike the symbol of Amer- fighters, police officers, people dedi- Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 ican capitalism; but what they really cated to serving and protecting the minutes to the gentleman from Cali- struck was mothers and fathers, sisters American people. They have died in the fornia (Mr. ROHRABACHER). and brothers. The terrorists may have line of service to their Nation. Others Mr. ROHRABACHER. Mr. Speaker, I appeared to strike a symbol of Amer- were citizens dedicated to living the would like to enter into a colloquy ican military might, but what they American dream, people who had wives with the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. really struck were sons and daughters, and husbands, children and parents HYDE), and I would like to ask about friends and families. who loved them and who will miss the eighth resolve clause in this resolu- The terrorists have shown them- them dearly. These people were inno- tion. selves as the cowards they are, as we cent victims in a war conducted In the gentleman’s interpretation, are showing the world the great Nation against America by political extrem- does the intent of the phrase ‘‘sponsor’’ that we are: strong, resilient, resource- ists, people who live in the shadows in terms of sponsor of terrorists, in- ful and freedom loving. The Congress is and never come out except when they clude those states or governments here, the President is at work, Ameri- attack. which harbor terrorists? cans are lining up waiting hours to do- The civilized world is with us. I was Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, will the gen- nate blood or volunteer in the rescue. touched this morning by the visit of tleman yield? People from my district across the Mr. Howard, the Prime Minister of Mr. ROHRABACHER. I yield to the river from New York City are helping Australia, who sat in our Chamber to gentleman from Illinois. the wounded, our hospitals are filled show his solidarity with the American Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, it most em- with doctors, nurses and staff working people. The speaker of the Russian phatically does. around the clock. Brave fire fighters, Duma, Mr. Seleznev, sent me a letter Mr. ROHRABACHER. Mr. Speaker, I police officers and rescue crews con- where he said the people who ordered thank the gentleman. tinue to risk their lives to save others; and carried out this outrageous crime I think it is long overdue that the and we are pulling together, as Ameri- must be found and punished. United States of America reaffirm a cans always do in times of tragedy, as Our allies across the world have ex- policy of supporting those moderate, we will pull together to hunt down and pressed their horror at this unprece- responsible, and, yes, democratically find those who committed these crimes dented attack. My friends, the civilized inclined Muslims of Afghanistan and against humanity. and free world must stand together and elsewhere who are in opposition to ter- There is nowhere these terrorists can stamp out this terrorist scourge. rorism, and in opposition to the fanat- hide where we will not find them, and My deepest condolences go to the ical Taliban government which re- no Nation that should believe that families of the victims. May God pro- presses its own people and provides a they can aid, abet, or give shelter to tect them in this time of trouble and safe haven for terrorists like bin these terrorists without feeling our may God bless America. Laden. This has not been the policy of wrath. If nations harbor our enemies, Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield as our government over these last 5 years. then they are our enemy. If nations much time as he may consume to the Now it is necessary for us to act with help our enemies, then they are our enemy. gentleman from Georgia (Mr. LEWIS), strength and determination, to wipe Mr. Speaker, we will not stop until out a terrorist enclave that has taken my good friend and the conscience of all those responsible are found and root in Afghanistan. I call on the peo- this body. punished severely. Today America ple of goodwill, which includes the vast Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, stands ready for the challenge ahead. majority of Muslims in this world, to what happened in New York at the We stand as one united against our en- World Trade Center and at the Pen- stand with us in this fight against ter- emies, united for the things we believe tagon yesterday is unreal. It is shock- rorists like bin Laden and against fa- in as a people: liberty, freedom and jus- ing. It is unbelievable. But it did hap- natics and tyrants like the Taliban in tice. May God bless all those who per- pen. Afghanistan. ished in this tragedy, the rescue work- Mr. Speaker, we stand together, not We need to ensure our government ers who sacrificed their lives and the as Democrats or Republicans, but as itself meets its responsibilities effec- children and families who today are citizens of the world, as Americans, as tively and remains committed to free missing a cherished love one, and may brothers and sisters. We are a circle of government and peace among the peo- He bless this great country of ours. trust that cannot be broken. We are ple of the world, and those people are one people. We are one family. We are of all races and of all nationalities and b 1615 one Nation. of all religions. Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased But we must send the strongest pos- Mr. Speaker, in conclusion, Ameri- to yield 1 minute to the distinguished sible message to the terrorists and to cans are overwhelmed with sorrow at gentleman from Illinois (Mr. CRANE).

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5510 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, I rise strongest terms, this resolution makes (Mr. ACKERMAN asked and was today in solidarity with my fellow it clear that we will not tolerate any given permission to revise and extend Americans to pledge my full support terrorist act. We will hold those who his remarks.) for this resolution. undermine our Nation accountable. Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, those Yesterday, our Nation was stunned Let us stand here unanimous in pass- of us, your colleagues from New York, by the cowardly acts of terrorists. Our ing this resolution to say that we stand come to the floor wounded today be- thoughts and prayers are with the fam- by our fellow citizens, especially those cause we count ourselves among the ilies and those whose lives were trag- grieving for a lost loved one, and that mourners. And the interesting thing is, ically ended by these barbaric acts; but we will defend our Nation and punish when we have resolutions of this na- today I have never said with more dig- those who have such utter disregard for ture from time to time, we name those nity, with more respect, and with more human life. for whom we mourn. We regret that we determination that I am proud to be an Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I am hon- cannot even supply you with that mas- American. ored to yield 2 minutes to the distin- sive list as yet. There are so many of One of our Nation’s greatest guished gentleman from California our constituents, our friends, our strengths is our commitment to free- (Mr. DREIER), chairman of the Com- neighbors, our relatives, who do not dom and opportunity. We are blessed mittee on Rules. yet know that they are among the with the greatest resources in the (Mr. DREIER asked and was given mourners. This has not fully set in to world, chief among them the heart, in- permission to revise and extend his re- our city and to our State. And yet we genuity, and resolve of our citizens. marks.) mourn. And let me assure you that I know we will marshal these re- Mr. DREIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in while we mourn, we are not broken. sources to the fullest extent as we find strong support of this resolution. The forces of evil have destroyed our and punish the evil forces responsible At the height of the civil war, John skyline, but they have not destroyed for these dastardly deeds. Stewart Mills said, war is an ugly our resolve. They have killed our peo- May God bless America. thing but it is not the ugliest of things. ple, but they have not killed our will. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very The decayed and degraded state of We come here as well to say thank pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- moral and patriotic feeling which you, to say thank you to each and tinguished gentlewoman from Con- thinks nothing is worth a war is worse. every one of our colleagues in the necticut (Ms. DELAURO), assistant It is very clear now that we have a House from all over America who have Democratic leader. very strong bipartisan consensus in been so supportive to us and to the peo- Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, I rise support of the effort to bring about a ple that we represent. today with a profound sadness and deep successful resolution to this horrible We express our special condolences, remorse weighing heavily upon my tragedy. and ask you to do the same, to our col- heart. An unspeakable tragedy has Many have talked appropriately league JOE CROWLEY who is not with us struck our great Nation, one that about the fact this has been an attack today because his cousin, a brave fire- makes finding the right words nearly on the United States of America. Mr. fighter, is believed to have perished. impossible. Speaker, this really transcends the Two hundred of our firefighters, over September 11, 2001, is a day that will United States of America. 200, only of our firefighters, are dead. forever be etched in the memory of Let us look at the first two targets, Over 50 of our policemen, representing each and every American. Throughout the World Trade Center. The World a great city, a diverse city, made up of the world our friends also mourn this Trade Center. This is an attack, Mr. so many people, rushing into this burn- inconceivable tragedy. Truly, it was a Speaker, not only at the United States ing inferno, tumbling down, knowing threat to democracy and freedom for of America, but this is an attack at the that 200 colleagues have already died all. entire international community. Vir- and yet continuing to go in to try to The loss of life is staggering, and my tually the entire world supports the save their fellow citizens, paying no thoughts and prayers are with the core values on which the United States heed to their own safety. many families grieving for their loved of America was founded. New Yorkers are tough. We are very ones and those who are still awaiting People may ask why is it that we are tough. We are going to get over this. word. I pray that your loved ones come victims of this attack. Why? Because Yesterday was a day that we practiced home. the United States of America, this Cap- our democracy in our State of New We have watched intently as the dis- itol under which we serve, is, in fact, York. It was a primary day. We were in aster and the aftermath have unfolded the beacon of hope and opportunity for the middle of an election when this in New York, the Pentagon, and Penn- the entire world. happened. That election has since been sylvania. I commend the heroic effort We are paying the price for it, but I set aside. I was in one part of my dis- of our public safety personnel from all will tell my colleagues, it is still a very trict outside of the city of New York over who have joined the rescue efforts, important struggle. To paraphrase where there was a race going on for including those in my home State of Thomas Jefferson, he said the condi- county executive, millions of dollars Connecticut. Emergency workers have tion upon which God hath given liberty were being spent, the fight has raged risked their lives. Many have lost their to man is eternal vigilance. We are re- for months and months with both sides lives braving the horrors of the dis- maining vigilant, Mr. Speaker, and I at each other. And when the election aster. want to say that my thoughts and was suspended, the campaign teams of This atrocity has touched so many prayers go to all of the victims. both sides were seen on line together, families. Each of us will know someone All four of those aircraft were headed side by side, at the blood bank. directly involved in this horror. Strik- to my State of California. My heart We bleed together as Americans. We ing at the heart of our country, our goes out to those who are suffering, cannot give you the names. The names people, our freedom, the symbols of our and I hope very much that we will be would fill a book. We cannot give you economic and military strength, this able to see strong bipartisan support the number, but the number is in the attack goes beyond anything we have for this important resolution which thousands; the mourners in the tens of ever experienced before, and it de- demonstrates our concern not only for thousands. But I can tell you that each mands that we unite as a Nation. As the United States of America, but for and every one of them is a martyr, un- the hardship continues to unfold, we those who love freedom throughout the knowingly; people who went to work, must comfort our families and con- entire world. people who got on a plane, people who tinue to provide them with the support Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am lost their lives doing things that aver- that they need any way we can. pleased to yield 4 minutes to the gen- age Americans do. Our government must also take ac- tleman from New York (Mr. ACKER- We will not rest, not one of us, Demo- tion in response to these reprehensible MAN), the ranking member of the Sub- crats or Republicans, until the evil acts. I strongly support the resolution committee on the Middle East, a mem- people who perpetrated this deed are condemning the attack against the ber of the Committee on International found. We will not let any rock be United States; and, Mr. Speaker, in the Relations. unturned under which they have

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5511 crawled. We know their address and we long advocated that the world’s democ- Flight 93, one of the fateful flights on know their landlords. And let them racies must develop an effective strat- that most horrifying of days, departed know that we will find them. egy to face this terrible challenge Newark International Airport, which I Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. against international terrorism. Pro- represent, carrying innocent pas- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- fessor Alexander notes, and I quote, sengers who would become pawns in tinguished gentleman from Virginia ‘‘The only light at the end of the tun- the most senseless act of terrorism (Mr. CANTOR), a member of the Com- nel is for a number of nation states and that you can imagine. mittee on International Relations. responsible governments to take con- In addition, thousands of New Jersey Mr. CANTOR. Mr. Speaker, yesterday certed action against terrorism. Ter- residents travel back and forth each was a dark day that will be remem- rorism against one is terrorism against day from Penn Station, in my home bered for its unique horror and tragic all, regardless of the blood spilled. It is city of Newark, to New York, where loss of life. I ask for continued prayers the same red blood. To combat ter- many hold jobs at the World Trade for the families of the victims, Presi- rorism, no country can deal with this Center. This morning, families in New dent Bush, Vice President CHENEY, and unilaterally without cooperation and Jersey communities continue the ago- members of our armed services as they support from others.’’ nizing wait for word on the fate of lead America in this time of crisis. Unless a global antiterrorist strategy their loved ones. As we struggle to comprehend and The attacks yesterday are an act of can be worked out, Professor Alexander confront the magnitude of this shock- war, and retribution must be swift, concludes that the existence of civili- ing attack on the United States, let us, sure, and overwhelming. But retribu- zation itself is seriously at risk. above all, remember the victims, the tion is not enough. Our ultimate goal Mr. Speaker, in the wake of yester- employees, the volunteers, the visitors, must be to identify and destroy the day’s disaster, I want to commend Sec- the firemen, the policemen, the EMTs, state-sponsored international infra- retary of State Colin Powell and Presi- who put their lives on the line. Let us structure supporting these terrorists dent Bush in their efforts to call upon put a human face on this tragedy who have attacked the U.S. and its all the leaders of the world for a co- which claimed the lives of so many citizens. ordinated international response to people, who shared the everyday On Ronald Reagan’s first day in of- terrorism. This is no longer a national dreams and hopes we all have, people fice, he told a relieved Nation, upon or a regional issue. This matter should who only wanted to live their lives in news that American hostages were re- and must require the support of all peace, to see their children grow up leased after 444 days of captivity, ‘‘The freedom-loving nations of the world. healthy and happy. price of freedom at times has been I urge my colleagues to support this My heartfelt sympathy goes out to high, but we will never be unwilling to resolution. the families of the victims who are suf- pay that price.’’ b 1630 fering such immense pain. I ask my We must continue to rally behind colleagues to join me in expressing ap- President Bush. The price of freedom is Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. preciation for the humanitarian efforts high for Americans, but a price we pay Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- of all those who have stepped forward as defenders of the brightest beacon of tinguished gentleman from New Mex- to offer assistance in this time of need. freedom and opportunity this world has ico (Mr. SKEEN). Please join me in praying for all of the ever known. Mr. SKEEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in families who have suffered the loss of Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very support of the resolution. Yesterday’s loved ones or who still anxiously await pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- tragic events in our Nation have deeply news about survivors. tleman from American Samoa (Mr. wounded our hearts. But at the same This is the time to come together FALEOMAVAEGA), the ranking member time, this tragedy has strengthened and to reaffirm that we will always re- of the Subcommittee on East Asia and our resolve to prevent these terrorist main one Nation, under God, indivis- the Pacific. acts from ever happening in the future. ible, with liberty and justice for all. (Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA asked and As proud Americans, we have united Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to was given permission to revise and ex- in times of difficulty; and, as in the support the resolution. tend his remarks.) past, our strength will allow us to pre- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, vail in winning the war against ter- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- at this time of profound sadness and rorism and evil acts against humanity. tinguished gentleman from Texas (Mr. tragedy in our Nation, I rise with my We support President Bush in actions PAUL). colleagues in strong support of the res- that he has taken and will take to pro- Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I thank the olution before us to condemn the tect America and Americans. We also gentleman for yielding me time. treacherous attacks against our Nation pray for the victims and for the fami- Mr. Speaker, yesterday Americans and upon the thousands of our fellow lies of those who lost loved ones in yes- were awakened to find ourselves in a citizens. terday’s tragic events and those first war, attacked by barbarians who tar- My heart and deepest condolences responders who have risked their lives geted innocent civilians. This des- also go out to all the families whose so that others may live. picable act reveals how deep-seated is the hatred that has driven this war. members are missing loved ones as a We will not allow terrorists or their Though many Americans have just cowardly acts of violence to weaken result of these despicable acts. For become aware of how deeply we are in- those firemen and law enforcement of- the soul of our Nation. We will move volved in this war, it has been going on ficers, pilots and stewardess, who have forward to continue our quest world- for decades. We are obviously seen by made the ultimate sacrifice and those wide for a peaceful and lawful society the terrorists as an enemy. who continue to risk their lives in so that we can forever eliminate such In war there is no more reprehensible order to save others, our Nation stands terrible crimes as we have all wit- act than for combatants to slaughter forever grateful for their services and nessed yesterday. innocent civilians who are bystanders. tremendous sacrifices. God bless America. That is what happened yesterday. Mr. Speaker, our Nation mourns its Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am If there is such a thing, a moral war sons and daughters who have died in pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- is one that is only pursued in self-de- this senseless tragedy, and our country tleman from New Jersey (Mr. PAYNE), fense. Those who initiate aggression must stand more united than ever be- the distinguished ranking member of against others for the purpose of occu- fore. We must support the President in the Subcommittee on Africa. pation or merely to invoke death and using all means and resources to iden- (Mr. PAYNE asked and was given destruction are unforgivable and serve tify, to pursue, and to punish the per- permission to revise and extend his re- only to spread wanton killing. sons and organizations responsible for marks.) In our grief, we must remember our these attacks. Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, yester- responsibilities. The Congress’ fore- Mr. Speaker, a noted expert on day’s tragic events touched the resi- most obligation in a constitutional re- counterterrorism, Professor Yonah Al- dents of my congressional district in a public is to preserve freedom and pro- exander of the Potomac Institute, has profound and personal way. United vide for national security. Yesterday

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5512 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 our efforts to protect our homeland In addition to this, Mr. Speaker, it committee on International Operations came up short. Our policies that led to will be necessary for us to protect the and Human Rights. that shortcoming must be reevaluated civil liberties of Americans. We have Ms. MCKINNEY. Mr. Speaker, I and changed if found to be deficient. some mistakes in our background: thank the gentleman for yielding me When we retaliate for this horror we what we did to German-Americans in time. have suffered, we must be certain that World War I, what we did to Japanese- Mr. Speaker, we stand here today only the guilty be punished. More kill- Americans in World War II, and Ger- mere miles away from a tragedy that ing of innocent civilians will only serve man-Americans and Italian-Americans shook our Nation and left many to flame the fires of war and further in World War II. Those things cannot shocked and angered by an act of un- jeopardize our security. be done in this instance, and we must precedented brutality on America’s Congress should consider using its indeed see to it that we protect the shores. constitutional authority to grant let- great constitutional and indeed reli- As we emerge from the incomprehensible darkness into the light of this ters of marque and reprisals to meet gious principles with regard to treating day, let us concentrate first our prayer our responsibilities. our fellow Americans well and prop- and mourning, our sadness and our sor- Demanding domestic security in erly. row, for the victims of this unimagi- times of war invites carelessness in This is a time for national unity. nable horror, and then, second, send preserving civil liberties and the right This resolution expresses that unity. our prayers, support and heartfelt of privacy. Frequently the people are Now, Mr. Speaker, I say this: let us thanks to the courageous police, fire- only too anxious for their freedoms to get about the great and the terrible fighters, and medical staff who have be sacrificed on the alter of business at hand. Let us identify the made great sacrifices, and, in some authoritarianism thought to be nec- wrongdoers, let us punish them in all cases, given their lives, to care for the essary to remain safe and secure. Noth- proper way. There will be no peace injured and take care of our dead. ing would please the terrorists more until such time as we have done so. In our search for understanding and than if we willingly gave up some of God bless the United States and the truth, we should remember that now, our cherished liberties while defending people of the United States. especially at this time of need, it is ourselves from their threat. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. truly our reliance on a higher power It is our job to wisely choose our Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- that will see us through. So as we pray policies and work hard to understand tinguished gentleman from Louisiana to our God, let us not forget that real the root causes of war in which we find (Mr. VITTER). security and real peace come through ourselves. Mr. VITTER. Mr. Speaker, I join all justice; that fear and prejudice divert We must all pray for peace and ask of my colleagues, all of my fellow us from our true and righteous cause; for God’s guidance for our President, Americans, in prayer and condolences and that we are a country that stands our congressional leaders, and all for the victims of yesterday’s horrible for the rule of law. America, and for the wisdom and deter- tragedies. All of us know someone who The perpetrators of this crime can mination required to resolve this dev- was directly hurt by that senseless vio- and will be dealt with. We must be astating crisis. lence. I talked to a constituent, an careful not to rush to judgment and Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am hon- older woman, whose son-in-law worked must ensure that when we strike back, ored to yield 2 minutes to the gen- in the World Trade Center, and, as of we deliver a blow against those truly tleman from Michigan (Mr. DINGELL), mid-afternoon yesterday, still did not responsible for these terrible crimes. the distinguished dean of the House of know his fate. We all keep those vic- President Bush and Secretary of Representatives. tims and families in our deepest pray- State Colin Powell have steered us on a (Mr. DINGELL asked and was given ers. prudent course. Now is the time for us permission to revise and extend his re- Yesterday was the most horrific at- to trust their leadership. marks.) tack against our nation in history, pe- Father Coughlin reminded us this Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I thank riod. Today, shock turns to anger, and morning of the guidance that is avail- my good friend for yielding me this our challenge is to turn that anger into able to us from God. He reminded us to time. true resolve. build this and every day on a founda- Mr. Speaker, I support the legislation First, we must use all of our collection of justice, and to mourn our dead before us. I note that it expresses sym- tive efforts in the rescue and rebuilding with acts of compassion. pathy for the innocent victims and operations. There are heroes in New My prayer for America today is that their families. I support it because it York and the Pentagon on the front we heed Father Coughlin’s call, that all expresses support and sympathy for the line of that now; and we must give of us Americans will soon join together firefighters, police officers, emergency them all of the resources necessary and and rededicate ourselves to the fight to defeat racism and to further justice at personnel, and their families, who have rebuild, including rebuilding the World home and abroad with an unbounded served and who have lost their lives in Trade Center. commitment to freedom, justice, their attempt to save others. It is to be Second, at the same time, we must peace, and security for us all. supported because it supports our resolve to use all of our efforts to de- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. country and our American ideals, and I fend against any similar attacks, and Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- support the President’s efforts in im- our government is doing that. tinguished gentleman from California plementing this. Third, we must hunt down those re- (Mr. ISSA). We are dealing here with an act of sponsible. Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today war. History is littered with instances of with a broken heart, torn between You know, Mr. Speaker, I am prob- nations preparing for the last war. Let great sorrow and great anger in sup- ably the only Member of this body who us all learn that lesson, even if a day port of this resolution. remembers the Declaration of War dur- late. Let us be clear when we use the I have no words sufficient to express ing World War II. I would note that less phrase ‘‘war,’’ it is not a turn-of my total contempt for the cowards who Americans were killed at Pearl Harbor phrase, it is not a war against drugs, perpetrated this horrific act of ter- than were killed yesterday in Wash- we mean war. I mean identifying the rorism. In fact, I believe America has ington and New York. persons and organizations and nation- no words sufficient to express their This is a declaration of war upon the states involved, formally declaring war contempt for the cowards who per- United States, and while it is that we on all of those persons and entities, petrated this horrific act of terrorism do not know exactly for sure yet who it and prosecuting that war to its full against the people of America. is that has done this, this Nation has a conclusion. I would cite the President’s words of serious responsibility. The first is to God bless America. earlier today, when he said, ‘‘The delib- find out who did it, and then to address Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very erate and deadly attacks which were this matter with all force and vigor, pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- carried out yesterday against the coun- because without this, we will never tlewoman from Georgia (Ms. MCKIN- try were more than acts of terror, they know peace again. NEY), the ranking member of the Sub- were acts of war.’’

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5513 b 1645 in order to bomb the Taliban and re- today’s crimes, but he is responsible for the I, therefore, thank the majority lead- supply the Northern Alliance. A war attack on the USS Cole and for the second er and the minority leader and the gen- against the Taliban government of Af- worst terrorist attack against America, the tleman from Illinois (Mr. HYDE) for ghanistan will involve American cas- bombing of our embassies in east Africa. We putting together such a thoughtful and ualties, but how many thousands of must demand bin Laden be turned over to the timely resolution condemning the ter- casualties will we suffer if we allow a United States to be tried for those crimes. rible acts aimed directly at the free- foreign government to harbor and sup- Even if we totally destroy the organization doms and liberties of the American port well-organized, well-financed ter- responsible for today’s crimes, other organiza- people. rorist groups capable of mass murder. tions will try to surpass today’s evil. We must To Americans across the Nation who This will be a war against the root out all terrorist organizations. We must mourn and who are angry, I call on you Taliban, but it is not a war against take harsh action against any country that har- to focus your anger on the perpetrators Islam. I join the prior speaker in say- bors or supports terrorists. of this unlawful act and not to cast ing we must respect Americans of all We should seek U.N. approval for our ac- anger on neighbors, on coworkers, sim- faiths. tion; but we must act even if the U.N. does September 11, 2001 is a day that will live in not. ply because of their certain religion, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. race, or nationality. It is our resolve to infamy. This may be the greatest loss of life on American soil since the Civil War. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- bring about justice, and we must re- tinguished gentleman from the North member that when fighting against Today’s loss of life may approach or exceed the loss of life at Pearl Harbor. After Pearl Carolina delegation (Mr. JONES), a terrorism and extremism which has member of the Committee on Armed twisted their hatred into a system of Harbor some suggested appeasement, and withdrawal from Asia and the Pacific. Instead Services. beliefs not consistent with the major Mr. JONES of North Carolina. Mr. the greatest generation made the greatest religions of the world, that these acts Speaker, in December of 1941, following are condemned by Christianity, that sacrifices to win our greatest victory. America must mobilize for a war against ter- the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Japa- these acts are condemned by Judaism, nese Admiral Yamamoto reportedly rorism, not only against the criminals respon- and that these acts are condemned by said, ‘‘I fear that all we have done is sible for today’s horrific events, but all ter- Islam. I must ask all Americans to reawakened a sleeping giant.’’ member that as we seek the revenge rorism. Yesterday, nameless, faceless cow- This is not a war against Islam, or against that we as a people are entitled to. God ards took aim on the people of the Muslims. Our last three wars were waged to bless America. United States of America. They struck protect people who happen to be Muslim. We Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am without warning with the hope that pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- restored independence to the people of Kuwait they could destroy the spirit of our tleman from California (Mr. SHERMAN), and then engaged in two further wars in which great Nation. Let me say the giant is a distinguished member of the com- we had no economic stake. In the mid-1990s, awake. mittee. we protected the Bosnian Muslims from geno- The deplorable act reached deep into (Mr. SHERMAN asked and was given cide. In 1999, we went to war against Serbia, the heart of America and touched not permission to revise and extend his re- a Christian country, to protect its Albanian only the families and friends of those marks.) Muslim minority from ethnic cleansing. who were killed in Washington and Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, yester- Today we suffered greater casualties than in New York, but the lives of every cit- day we suffered the greatest loss of all three of those wars combined. izen of the world who values freedom American life on American soil since There are some dancing in the streets of and democracy. It was not only an act our Civil War. I fear that we are react- certain foreign cities who believe that the ter- of war, it was a crime against human- ing as if a few hundred Americans died rorists who killed thousands of American civil- ity. at the hands of a small band of terror- ians have proven their strength by killing thou- All Americans are hurting over the ists. I fear that we will just launch a sands of civilians. America has the power to cruel and senseless act of these crimi- dozen cruise missiles and call it a day kill civilians by the tens of thousands or the nals, but the history of America is that like we did after our embassies were tens of millions. However America’s great her people are strong; and like every bombed in East Africa. strength is that we do everything possible to national tragedy that has gone before, Let us wake up! There are probably avoid killing civilians, even those who dance this one will be answered. The Amer- 10,000 or more dead Americans. That is today in delight. ican people demand justice and justice four times the number that died at For years, we have begged our friends to they shall have, not through cowardly Pearl Harbor. curtail investment and aid to countries which acts of terrorism, but by pulling to- I do not know whether Osama bin support terrorism. Now in this war for decency gether as a Nation to do what is re- Laden is responsible, but I join the dis- and civilization we must have the full support quired. tinguished gentleman from California of our allies. Those who claim to be friends of The cowards who initiated this act of in demanding that Afghanistan extra- America can no longer do business as usual war have failed. Rather than bring our dite bin Laden to the United States be- with countries which harbor terrorists. country to her knees, the American cause we do know that bin Laden killed We appreciate the statements of sympathy giant has new strength. The Book of Americans on the U.S.S. Cole and from the Taliban government in Afghanistan, Nehemiah tells us that the God of bombed our embassies in East Africa. but this is clearly insufficient. The Taliban gov- heaven will give us success as we, his But let me go further. If the Taliban ernment must turn over Osama bin Laden and servants, start rebuilding. government refuses, we should go to his associates to the United States. If the Af- Mr. Speaker, our faith in God and the war. It is a war we can win, as we won ghan government gives us excuses instead of strength of our democracy will help the war in Kosovo, chiefly with air giving us bin Laden, we must take harsh ac- ease our Nation’s sorrow, will help us power and with the support of local al- tion. This would include providing arms and rebuild and, importantly, will help us lies. The Northern Alliance of Afghani- perhaps air cover to the forces in Northern Af- ensure that justice is carried out. We stan shelled Kabul last night. That al- ghanistan and the legitimate government of will rebuild; we will have justice. The liance may have suffered the death or that country. These forces have fought the people of America deserve no less. the severe wounding of its leader, Gen- Taliban to a standstill without our help. With On behalf of the people of the third eral Masoud at the hands of bin very substantial American help these forces district that I have the privilege to Laden’s assassins just 2 days ago. How- will march into Kabul. serve, I pledge my support to our Presi- ever, the Northern Alliance is intact, We appreciate the statements of sympathy dent as he moves to bring swift justice and if the Afghan Government does not from chairman Arafat, but we must demand to these criminals and vote my full surrender bin Laden by the end of this that he arrest terrorists in areas he controls. support for this resolution. God bless week, then the Northern Alliance We should not wait until we have identified America. should be the best armed rebel army in the particular criminals responsible for today’s Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am the world by the end of this month. tragedy, nor should we limit our response to pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- We can, with permission or with im- one particular terrorist organization. Osama tinguished gentleman from Florida punity, fly over the territory necessary bin Laden may or may not be responsible for (Mr. DAVIS), my colleague and friend.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5514 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I and rescue teams who paid such a huge port terrorism, you have awakened a rise in support of this balanced resolu- price to protect us during this national sleeping giant. The United States will tion expressing heartfelt condolences tragedy. not rest until we root out every one of to the victims and their families Yet, for those around the world who you, until we root out the terror and throughout the United States, as a part celebrate these acts, believing they the terrorist cells. of this horrific disaster that happened have weakened the cause of freedom, We are going to rally around our yesterday, and support for working let the message go forth that the torch President, as we always have, with bi- with the President to take swift and of freedom has been rekindled in every partisanship. We are all one America. certain action towards those who com- American heart and glows brighter God bless this wonderful Nation. God mitted this horrific crime and those today than ever before. Let them know bless America. who choose to harbor them before or that we shall build a living memorial Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. after the fact. to all of the victims which shall be the Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- Mr. Speaker, my community, the unity and resolve we bring to destroy tinguished gentlewoman from Mary- city of Tampa, Hillsborough County, terrorism and the systems that sustain land (Mrs. MORELLA). the Tampa Bay area, has suffered some terrorism around the world. Let the Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, I horrific tragedies in the past. We have message be clear that you do not kill thank the gentleman for yielding me had three law enforcement officers Americans and get away with it. this time. slain in the line of duty in the last Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- Mr. Speaker, this morning, Ameri- year. We will never forget, I will never lighted to yield 2 minutes to the gen- cans awoke to discover the nightmare forget, the helping hand that was ex- tleman from New York (Mr. ENGEL), of September 11, 2001, was a reality. It tended to us from across the country my friend, a distinguished member of was a day of infamy. Never before have from other public safety officials. the Committee on International Rela- we as a Nation experienced such ag- Today, I would like to say on behalf tions. gression on our own shores which tar- of my community that we are literally Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, I thank geted innocent civilians. And we as pouring our hearts out to Northern the gentleman for yielding me this Americans lost our innocence. Virginia and New York City. More than time. This is an act of war. We resolve to 2,000 units of blood have been donated Mr. Speaker, I am going to speak find the perpetrators and punish them just as of yesterday and that blood is from the heart. I have had a very tough harshly. As a Nation, we will not be in- on its way to New York City and couple of days. I think America lost timidated. We stand strong with great Northern Virginia, and we in Florida our innocence yesterday, and I just determination. have a lot of people who have friends kept thinking that perhaps this was a I want to express our heartfelt grief and family who have moved from bad dream and we would somehow for the victims and their families. We Northern Virginia and New York down wake up and it would not be true, but mourn their tragic loss. We offer our to Florida, and this is our family too. we all know it is. prayers, our comfort, and our resolve. I also want to say that I will fully Mr. Speaker, I am a New Yorker, b 1700 support the President and work closely born and bred. I love our city. I was in with him and the Joint Chiefs of Staff New York when this tragedy occurred. I also want to thank the firefighters, to take swift and certain action I often say to my children when we the rescue personnel, and the police against those who have perpetrated come back to New York, look at the who have risked, and, in many cases, this indescribable act of inhumanity. skyline, look at the World Trade Cen- lost their lives to search for those im- We must get to the bottom of exactly ter. It is so invigorating. It makes me pacted by this terrible attack. Per- who committed this act; we must send feel so wonderful just to be in this city, sonnel from my district and the dis- the message that we will not tolerate the city I love, the city in which I was tricts of many others in Montgomery this kind of behavior ever again in a born. County, Maryland have joined forces civilized society. Mr. Speaker, we New Yorkers are a with those from across the Nation. We We must further understand and have tough breed; but I have to tell my col- join them in solidarity as they con- an open and honest debate as to the leagues, Mr. Speaker, this morning at 7 tinue with their incredible efforts. failures that occurred in our system of a.m. when I went over the George Thanks also to all the volunteers, security that was designed to provide Washington Bridge to come back down those who are giving blood and helping the peace of mind and freedom that we here to Washington and I took a look in every way possible. Without ques- have taken for granted far too long in at the New York skyline and saw the tion, this attack on our liberty and this country. We must make amends. Twin Towers were not there and in its freedom is a strike against all nations We must do our best to restore the place I saw the smoke and the fire, I that value democracy. No attack as freedom and peace of mind that Ameri- really lost it. I really lost it. cowardly as the one we have just expe- cans have come to enjoy at the same Mr. Speaker, as much as I have lost rienced will go unanswered. We will act time that we make it perfectly clear it because I do not see the towers swiftly and decisively, and our re- throughout the world that what hap- there, it pales by comparison when I sponse must be as forceful as our mili- pened yesterday must never happen think of the victims, the men, women tary can muster. again. and children who lost their lives; the Our history has been defined by the I urge adoption of the resolution, Mr. firemen, the policemen who came there resiliency of our people. Mr. Speaker, I Speaker. to save people’s lives and lost their stand here today to exclaim that we Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. lives. People who go to work, like mil- Americans will join together in a bi- Speaker, I yield 1 minute to the distin- lions of people in this great country go partisan fashion to solemnly pledge to guished gentleman from Virginia (Mr. to work to earn a living to support defend freedom and liberty. As stated FORBES), a member of the Committee their families, they go to work and in the resolution before us, September on Armed Services. they are killed by lunatics. 12, 2001, shall be a national day of unity Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, on Sep- We have some questions to be asked, and mourning. tember 11, 2001, America was brutally Mr. Speaker. We have to ask why our Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am attacked by cowards who intentionally intelligence failed us, why our security pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- ended the lives of innocent men, failed us. Congress has to get to the tleman from Massachusetts (Mr. women and children. Many have said bottom of this and ask these questions. DELAHUNT), a distinguished member of today that Americans will never be the Congress will find out. the Committee on International Rela- same. How could we be? Let me say to the terrorists and tions. We will never again see the faces of those people in the streets that we saw, Mr. DELAHUNT. Mr. Speaker, I those who were lost. We will never ex- the Palestinians and others who were thank the gentleman for yielding time perience the promise their lives af- dancing in the streets with glee, let me to me. forded us all. We will never forget the say to them and Osama bin Laden and Across the Nation, the pain and the courage and strength of our police, fire the Taliban and all the people that sup- grief certainly runs deep. Yesterday’s

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5515 events have saddened and seared the Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I thank our ers, and the most important thing is hearts of all Americans. But only, only ranking member for yielding time to that America remains strong, and we as we put human faces on the thou- me. will certainly overcome this tragedy. sands of casualties can we even begin Today I rise to condemn the horrific I saw the pictures of that destruc- to comprehend the magnitude and the tragedy of September 11 and to action, especially in New York and at the impact of this unspeakable attack on knowledge today, September 12, as a Pentagon, which is where I was just 5 our homeland. national day of unity and mourning. minutes before that happened. I was in People from my district like Jeffrey I mourn the deaths of men, women, Vietnam as a POW. I saw B–52s bomb Coombs of Abington, Massachusetts, and children on four airplanes, who Hanoi day after day after day, and I am aboard Flight 11; Brian Sweeney, a boarded these planes to visit their rel- telling the Members, with over 100 Barnstable resident, on Flight 175; and atives, conduct business, embark upon bombs from each one of those bombers, Stuart Meltzer, who worked on the vacations. I mourn the deaths and inju- the destruction was not as great as 103rd floor of the World Trade Center, ries of thousands of people who went to what I have seen in New York City and whose family on Cape Cod followed work yesterday at the World Trade at the Pentagon yesterday. It is hor- televised news reports with horror, and Center and the Pentagon, thinking it rible. Members can bet we will hunt continue to hope that he is alive. was just another Tuesday. I mourn the down and punish the cowards respon- In their names, and in those of all deaths and injuries of the brave fire- sible for that act. the other victims, we will find and pun- fighters, EMTs, and police officers who This declaration, this resolution that ish those who committed these atroc- rushed to the aid of the victims and we have in front of us today, declares ities. This was an assault not only on who became victims themselves. Their that these premeditated attacks struck America and her citizens, but on all heroism will never be forgotten. not only at the people of the United that America represents, and on the And to the brave emergency per- States, but also at the symbols and hopes and dreams of a world that sonnel and volunteers still working structures of our economic and mili- yearns for peace, freedom, and justice tirelessly to save lives, words cannot tary strength, and that the United under law that is so special to Amer- express our gratitude. States is entitled to respond under This tragedy has shattered the lives ica. international law. The problem with of so many men, women, and children In striking at us, the terrorists that is it does not declare war. It is a throughout our country and in my sought to exploit the openness of our war, Mr. Speaker. home district in California. My heart society and to shake the foundations of Let me read what the Canada Na- goes out to them, and my prayers and the civilized order which America sus- tional Post said today: ‘‘When foreign my thoughts. tains. Well, they will fail. Our chal- As an immediate response, we really governments are discovered to be giv- lenge now, and the test of our democ- must increase resources and efforts to ing aid and succor to terrorists, they, racy, is to harness our anger and our fight terrorism and to provide support too, must be hit. They must be hit as passion to respond in a manner that is for emergency services, reconstruction, hard as possible and as often as pos- firm, clear, and just, that befits a great and recovery. The United States must sible to deter them forever.’’ Nation and honors our own ideal and remain strong and vigilant in its sense The Dallas Morning News said today, our history. of national unity, and move forward to this morning: ‘‘We must remind the We will heal these wounds and we protect against further atrocities. world of how precious freedom is and will honor the memory of those that This was an attack on our Nation, its how relentlessly we will defend it. The we so tragically lost. God bless Amer- people, our democracy, and the rule of rest of the world must know that we ica. law. As we respond to this unspeakable will not rest until we capture and pun- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. horror, we must uphold our democratic ish the terrorists responsible, and any Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- principles, our laws, and our cherished nation who protects them.’’ tinguished gentleman from Pennsyl- beliefs. We must resist impulses to cast May God bless and protect each and vania (Mr. PLATTS). blame on the basis of religion and eth- every one of us, and all America. (Mr. PLATTS asked and was given nicity. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield permission to revise and extend his re- The Congress and the administration such time as he may consume to the marks.) must work together to achieve a full gentleman from Ohio (Mr. SAWYER). Mr. PLATTS. Mr. Speaker, I thank and thorough investigation into the (Mr. SAWYER asked and was given the gentleman for yielding time to me. source of this act of terrorism in order permission to revise and extend his re- I rise in support of this resolution. to ensure that those responsible are marks.) Mr. Speaker, passage of this joint brought to justice. At a more funda- Mr. SAWYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in resolution will make it clear to the mental level, we must work to create a support of the resolution. world that the Members of the United peaceful world where those who would Mr. Speaker, our prayers of all faiths are States House of Representatives and commit such desperate, despicable, and with the families and the victims of yesterday’s the United States Senate, Republicans, cold-hearted actions will not find sup- horrendous attack. Our hopes are with those Democrats, and Independents alike, are port and protection. rescue personnel who are, at this very mo- united in our prayers and concerns for I urge adoption of this resolution. ment, working with all their heart to find the the victims of these terrible and hei- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. survivors. And our sorrow is shared by all nous attacks, and that we are united in Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the dis- Americans, for we have all been touched by our resolve to see justice done on their tinguished gentleman from Texas (Mr. this heinous act. behalf. SAM JOHNSON). But the organizers of this violence will not The divisions between us over other (Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas asked ultimately succeed in their attack. For the ob- issues in past months pale in compari- and was given permission to revise and ject of terror is to instill fear to achieve a pur- son and now seem very trivial. The extend his remarks.) pose. We may not yet know the purpose moti- horrific events of yesterday, September Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. vating the attack, but our collective sorrow 11, 2001, have united us all. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for should not be mistaken for fear. The terrorists As we move forward, let us not forget yielding time to me. only succeed if we give into fear. The terror- the victims. Let us not forget their Mr. Speaker, today I rise in strong ists may have destroyed thousands of lives families. Let us not forget the heroes. support of our great Nation and against and buildings that symbolize our strength and Let us not forget our united resolve to the dastardly acts of terrorism that we freedom, but their attacks cannot destroy the see that justice prevails. have seen. September 11, 2001, will for- larger hopes and ideals of this country. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am ever live in the hearts and minds of not While we act now to reach out a hand to pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend just Americans, but every single person help the victims of this act, we must also and neighbor, the gentlewoman from who values freedom, peace, and secu- reach out another hand to punish those who California (Ms. LEE), a distinguished rity. perpetrated it and those who sheltered them. member of the Committee on Inter- The loved ones of the victims and aid The wanton cowardice, the deliberate tar- national Relations. workers are in my thoughts and pray- geting of innocents, demand justice. Justice

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5516 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 will be served, but it will require perseverance. My friends from home and I are also Americans, not just going about our We do not yet know whom to blame, and our praying today for a miracle, as Gordon business supporting our families and effort to strike back will not be easy—terrorists Aamoth, Jr., from our community of helping others, but refusing to give up groups are more easily defined by ideology Wayzata, Minnesota, who worked in our public spaces or our personal lib- than geography. But in the face of cynical evil, the World Trade Center, is still unac- erty. we are one Congress, one people, one Na- counted for. America will not surrender its free- tion, and we shall prevail. Our thoughts and prayers are with all dom to fear nor will we fall victim to Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am the victims and their loved ones, and the baser instincts to perpetuate a pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- our heartfelt gratitude goes out to the downward spiral of violence we have tinguished gentleman from Pennsyl- many American heroes who are still seen in other parts of the world. We vania (Mr. HOEFFEL), a member of the out there with the rescue and recovery will not allow anyone in America to be Committee on International Relations. operations. targeted because of race, religion, or Mr. HOEFFEL. Mr. Speaker, I thank Let us be clear: This Congress stands ethnic heritage. Americans believe in the gentleman for yielding me the united and unanimous in our resolve to the rule of law. There are already pres- time. use every resource available to track sures in some quarters to lash out. Re- Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this down those dastardly terrorists and de- venge may be temporarily satisfying, resolution and in support of my coun- stroy them. We also stand united in but we Americans have a higher value try. As I walked to work this morning supporting our President and Com- than revenge. We want justice. Now is across the Capitol grounds, I was mander in Chief in taking quick and the time for all Americans to show struck, as I often am, as I always am, decisive action against these cowardly, that we are different, to demonstrate by the beauty of the Capitol Building. despicable terrorists. our strength, our resolve, our courage It occurred to me, as I saw the dome Mr. Speaker, the people of America to be equal to the terrible cir- shining so whitely against that bright will prevail because we are Americans. cumstances that faith has given us. blue sky today, such a glorious symbol As the President said last night, a We will not allow the tragic loss of of stability and strength of this coun- great people have been moved to defend thousands of our fellow citizens to be try, that it could have been a target a great Nation. Mark my words, the in vain. This memory will be forever yesterday of that fourth ill-fated hi- United States will recover, and we will etched in our consciousness, but Amer- jacked plane. hold these heinous terrorists account- ica will emerge stronger. As Pearl Har- The simple truth is that if a terrorist able for their brutal and barbaric acts bor signaled a turning of the tide act had destroyed the Capitol dome of war. against the forces of tyranny and op- yesterday, or if a thousand terrorist Mr. Speaker, today the healing be- pression, so too this tragic horror must acts had obliterated the Capitol, Amer- gins. Through our tears, we pray for mark the beginning of the end for the ica would still be standing firm, as it is strength. Through our anger, we pray forces of terror and cowardice all today. We stand shoulder to shoulder for resolve. Through our hurt, we pray around the world, wherever we find with the President as our government for healing. Most of all, Mr. Speaker, them. hunts down and punishes those who we pray for our fellow Americans who Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. were responsible for yesterday’s acts of were killed or injured yesterday, as Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- war and for those who assisted in any well as their families and friends who tinguished gentlewoman from North way. grieve so deeply. Mere words are inad- Carolina (Mrs. MYRICK), a member of The United States is the greatest equate to express our sympathy and the Committee on Rules. country in the world, and we will prove sorrow. May God bless America. Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, yester- that once again as we bury our dead Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am day was a tragedy of just unspeakable and heal our wounded, rebuild our pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- proportions. It was an act of war greatest city and the Pentagon, punish tleman from Oregon (Mr. against this country, no question. Our the perpetrators, and rekindle the light BLUMENAUER), a valued member of the thoughts, our prayers are with all of liberty and freedom in all our citi- Committee on International Relations. those people who are involved in this zens. (Mr. BLUMENAUER asked and was horrible situation. My prayers and condolences go out to given permission to revise and extend We need to be sure who did this des- the victims of yesterday’s cowardly his remarks.) picable act, and we will find them and and inhumane attacks. America will then we need to go after them and wipe b 1715 never forget the innocent lives that them out. If there is a nation or an- were lost yesterday, and will never be Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, I other country that is harboring these able to forget or repay the bravery of appreciate the gentleman’s courtesy. terrorists, they also are an enemy of those who are working heroically to In our shock and anger and sorrow the United States; and we will wipe save lives in New York and at the Pen- over this cowardly attack, it is impor- them out, too. tagon. tant for us to seize this moment. We Our Nation’s greatness seems to Yesterday was a turning point for Americans learn to draw strength from come through adversity. We as a Na- America, a galvanizing event that has adversity. In this terrible time, we are tion will overcome this. We will tri- unified Congress and the American peo- demonstrating that Americans have umph over our enemies. And I can as- ple and the President to wage war their priorities straight. Our first at- sure you that we will remain a beacon against terrorism. I hope and I believe tention is to provide aid and comfort for freedom for all mankind. that our response to this attack is the for the victims and their families. Our Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 beginning of the end of the threat of next priority is for the safety of our minutes to the gentlewoman from Ne- international terrorism. fellow citizens, now and in the future. vada (Ms. BERKLEY), my friend and dis- Let us act to make it so, and may Finally, America demands justice. We tinguished member of the Committee God bless America. will seek out and hold responsible the on International Relations. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. cowards who inflicted such carnage on Ms. BERKLEY. Mr. Speaker, I thank Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- thousands of innocent people. the ranking member for yielding me tinguished gentleman from Minnesota In meeting these priorities, there is a this time, and I rise today in the (Mr. RAMSTAD), a member of the Com- role for every American. Citizens strongest possible support for this reso- mittee on Ways and Means. around the country are already step- lution. Mr. RAMSTAD. Mr. Speaker, I thank ping forward, giving blood and pro- I condemn these horrendous acts of the gentleman for yielding time to me. viding assistance to families of vic- terrorism as I praise all the unnamed Mr. Speaker, my fellow Minnesotans tims. The President has urged that we heroes who risked their own lives in join me in expressing our total outrage not allow the terrorist cowards to order to save others. And I grieve with and deep sadness at the hellacious acts score a victory by preventing Ameri- those who experienced the loss of loved of war committed against the United cans from living life to the fullest. This ones. My heart goes out today to the States of America. suggests another important role for family of Barbara Edwards, a high

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5517 school teacher from southern Nevada, mander in chief, as he works to respond dured yesterday, it is clear that yester- who was a passenger on the hijacked to the evils of terrorism. day’s events will live forever in the jet that crashed into the Pentagon. She We also stand behind the statement memory of every American. One thing leaves three children. that there will be no distinction be- is certain, the President, Congress, and I support the President and our ad- tween the terrorists who committed military leaders have launched the ministration in the pursuit and punish- these acts and those who harbor them. greatest manhunt this country has ment of those responsible for this hei- I am committed to seeing that every ever known. There will be serious con- nous crime against humanity. Yester- resource possible be put together and sequences for these unconscionable day’s attack was an attack on every- put towards apprehending and pun- acts of aggression. thing that we believe in as Americans, ishing the people who planned and as- I can assure the people of my State of everything we hold sacred as a nation. sisted in the implementation of these Washington, many who have lost It was an attack on freedom of speech. heinous actions against innocent vic- friends and loved ones, that in their It was an attack on freedom of reli- tims. Our response must be swift and names I am fully committed to work- gion. It was a cowardly attack on inno- aggressive. The terrorists must be ing with our President and our mili- cent people: mothers, fathers, sons, and brought to justice and the countries tary and intelligence leaders in sup- daughters simply going about their which harbor them must be held re- porting them in any actions they be- daily routines. sponsible. lieve are appropriate. As the President Our hearts may be broken and our We are a strong Nation, united in our has said, we are a nation of spirit and eyes full of tears, but we Americans determination to continue to be the strength. We will prevail. have a message for those who carried beacon of freedom to all in the world. From blood banks that were over- out this cowardly attack and for those We should pray for our country. May flowing with donors to the thousands who gave them assistance and shelter: God bless America and God bless all of rescue workers who traveled to Man- let this be a warning to any who wish our people. hattan and to the Pentagon to help to harm us. Americans will not back Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am with relief efforts, we have shown that down. Americans will never live in pleased to yield 2 minutes to my good we are one strong nation. We will be fear. friend, the gentleman from Georgia united as we deal with this tragedy. As Thomas Jefferson once said: ‘‘I (Mr. BISHOP), a distinguished Member I have no doubt that those respon- have sworn upon the alter of God eter- of Congress. sible for yesterday’s actions do not un- Mr. BISHOP. I thank the gentleman nal hostility against every form of tyr- derstand the American people. They for yielding me this time. anny over the mind of man.’’ We will believe that they can destroy our val- Mr. Speaker, so far, nothing our ues and our freedom by destroying our persevere over the tyranny of terror, country has done to deter terrorism and we will persevere over tyrants ev- buildings. They forget that our herit- has worked on an enduring basis. In age is the heritage of patriots, and erywhere. spite of our intelligence operations, re- God bless America. God bless our freedom, democracy, and liberty are in- taliatory strikes, and a few arrests and stilled deep in the hearts and the minds people. trials, the murderous attacks have con- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. of every American. tinued unabated and have escalated in Mr. Speaker, this flame of patriotism Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- severity culminating in yesterday’s will not be extinguished. In fact, today, tinguished gentleman from Virginia slaughter of thousands of our citizens. it burns more brightly than ever be- (Mr. WOLF), chairman of the Sub- Unless our nation unites behind a more fore. committee on Commerce, Justice, forceful and relentless cause of action, Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am State and Judiciary of the Committee whatever the risk may be, we may pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- on Appropriations, who has been a never be free of this evil threat; and we tlewoman from California (Mrs. leader in human rights and anti-ter- will continue to pay a terrible price. NAPOLITANO), my friend and colleague rorism efforts. Mr. Speaker, many of us have been and a valued member of the Committee (Mr. WOLF asked and was given per- touched personally by this tragedy. on International Relations. mission to revise and extend his re- One of my former staff members, Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Mr. Speaker, I marks.) Brittley Wise Salinardi, is the wife of thank my friend, the ranking member Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- the property manager of the World from California, for yielding me this port of H.J. Res. 61, which expresses Trade Center, Rich Salinardi. Rich is time; and I too rise in support of this the sense of the Senate and the House missing and Brittley is devastated with resolution. regarding the terrorist attacks anxiety, having no word of his fate. Mr. Speaker, there are no words to launched against the United States. Our prayers are with these extraor- describe the unbelievable horror and My heartfelt sympathy extends to all dinary young people and their families the traumatic shock that all Ameri- the families, many from our region, and with all those who have been cans feel in the aftermath of yester- who lost loved ones in this terrible act touched and who have suffered so day’s cowardly attack upon our great of cowardice. The mothers, the fathers, grievously from yesterday’s attack. nation. These murderers, terrorists, the sons, the daughters, the friends and Let us stand together to rid the and their sponsors clearly do not un- neighbors who perished in the World world of the evil forces responsible for derstand America. If they did, they Trade Center in New York City, at the the war they are waging against hu- would have known that American re- Pentagon, and on four commercial air- manity. I support this resolution. Let solve and the spirit of democracy and lines will never be forgotten. us rid the world of this scourge of ter- freedom cannot be broken by these hei- I also want to extend my thanks and rorism and make those responsible pay nous actions of brutality and disregard praise to the courageous firefighters, the price. for all human life. rescue workers, police officers, service- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. While they intended to weaken the men and women, and the scores of vol- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- very core of our national identity, all unteers who have been working around tinguished gentlewoman from Wash- they did was strengthen our devotion the clock with regard to the rescue ef- ington (Ms. DUNN), a member of the to one another, to our government, to fort. Committee on Ways and Means. our great country and to our never end- As the words of the resolution state, Ms. DUNN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ing support of liberty not only here, these attacks were by far the deadliest in support of this resolution not only but around the globe. terrorist attacks ever launched against as a Member of Congress but also as an In the faces of the emergency per- the United States. And by targeting American citizen who is deeply sad- sonnel working to rescue innocent vic- symbols of America’s strength and suc- dened by the heinous acts committed tims in New York and at the Pentagon, cess, they clearly were intended to in- yesterday against the United States. and in the faces of thousands of Ameri- timidate our Nation and weaken its re- These are acts of hatred. They are acts cans waiting in line to donate blood solve. We will not be intimidated. We of violence. They are acts of war. can be seen the enduring strength of will do all we can and stand behind Today, after hearing more accounts America and demonstrates the devo- President Bush, our nation’s com- of what thousands of individuals en- tion that brings us all together for

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5518 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 healing. In these hard, dire times, when giant that is America. We will not rest inflict upon us. We must continue to dem- we are faced with the cold reality of until we have taken every step to bring onstrate our strength and our unity. We must terrorism, it is heartening to see that these criminals to justice and to com- continue to show the world that we are one all Americans, regardless of party af- bat the terrorism that threatens the country, with one heart and one will. We will filiation, regardless of religious beliefs, entire civilized world. find our enemies, we will meet them and we race, or ethnicity are coming together We must change our view of ter- will defeat them. And just as the bombings of to show the world that the United rorism. It is no longer an occasional New York and Washington were moral as well States will not tolerate terrorism nor threat that we respond to and then re- as physical attacks, we must concentrate our will we ever abandon our values of de- turn to a sense of complacency. It will efforts on defeating our moral as well as our mocracy and freedom. take a new approach, a comprehensive physical enemies. Terrorism does not reside in Let us also remember that at our one that includes our military, our in- one man, in one country. It is an idea which very core we are and always will be a telligence capability, and how we pro- must be combated each day in the hearts and Nation of feeling, caring immigrants. tect our citizens at home and abroad. minds if it is to be defeated once and for all. That has been our enduring strength We are sad and angry, but we are also And just as we must and will find and bring to and it is the future of the Nation. But determined. Let us use this determina- justice those who are responsible for this atro- do not mistake that for weakness or tion to honor those who were lost and cious and unpardonable act, we must not think for indecision. We stand united behind to protect all Americans for today and that one attack will be sufficient. The war on our President and our leaders in the in the future. terrorism will be a war to eradicate the seeds sure and certain faith that we will in- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield as of terrorism, a war to eliminate the environ- deed persevere and bring justice to all much time as he may consume to the ment in which terrorism takes root. To make those responsible for these atrocities. gentleman from California (Mr. FARR). the world safe for democracy, we must make We are committed. (Mr. Farr of California asked and was the world impossible for terrorism. Thank you America. God bless us all. given permission to revise and extend I thank the Speaker for giving me the oppor- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. his remarks.) tunity to express my sorrow, sympathy, admi- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- Mr. FARR of California. Mr. Speaker, ration and indignation. As we move forward, tleman from Delaware (Mr. CASTLE), I rise in support of House Joint Resolu- we must move together and present a unified chairman of the Subcommittee on Edu- tion 61. front to our allies and enemies—meeting the cation Reform of the Committee on Mr. Speaker, I rise to support H.J. Res. 61 former with love, appreciation and solidarity, Education and the Workforce, and the which deplores yesterday’s barbarous attack the latter with steadfast resolve and deter- former governor of Delaware. against our country and our people. I com- mination. God bless America and our right- mend all of my colleagues for their heart-felt b 1730 eous mission. and inspiring words. I would like to add my Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, like mil- voice to the resounding unanimity of this body minutes to the gentlewoman from New lions of my fellow American citizens, I in commending the heroic deeds of our fellow York (Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ). am feeling a series of emotions ranging countrymen, and condemning the treacherous Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, from tremendous sadness to shock and act of terrorism which struck at the heart of today I join my colleagues, our fellow anger. The sadness is almost over- our nation. Americans, and people around the whelming when we see images of de- First, I would like to extend my deepest world to offer our prayers to the fami- struction in New York and the Pen- sympathies and condolences to families and lies of those lost or injured in yester- tagon and when we think of the fami- fiends who have lost their love ones in this day’s unspeakable crimes. lies that have been torn apart by this horrendous, tragic event. These innocent lives We stand here in solidarity with the unprecedented tragedy. were ended without reason, without warning. President, who represents this Nation We are shocked that a terrorist at- They were not, however, ended without cause. and its resolve to hunt down those re- tack of this magnitude could happen in We know that they died in defense of our sponsible and bring them to justice. No the United States and that public country, of the American way of life. All of one should doubt our unity and our buildings in our largest cities were at- those grieving should know that these lives commitment to rebuild in the wake of tacked. were not lost in vain. this deliberate tragedy. We are also angry, angry that these In this hour of loss and need, I have been To the thousands of Americans who terrorist criminals have resorted to astounded by the countless acts of solidarity have lost loved ones or still wait in using civilian airlines as their weapons and self-sacrifice exhibited by Americans to- vigil for the missing, we offer prayers of destruction and that they targeted ward their neighbors. These are, indeed, ‘‘the and hope for you who were devastated thousands of innocent people going times that try men’s souls.’’ America has been by yesterday’s events. You have suf- about their daily lives. tried and it has been proven true. True to the fered an incredible personal tragedy Yes, these terrorists have met their ideals of courage, of honor, of love and friend- and receive our sympathy for bearing goal of causing us this sadness, shock ship to our fellow man. We must give thanks the brunt of this assault on our Nation. and anger. But what they may not real- to live in a land that inspires such loving and To the people of New York, you dem- ize is that they have awakened the tre- giving people. Sufficient praise cannot be onstrated the finest heroism and hu- mendous resolve and determination of given to the fire-fighters, relief workers, and manity during the direst hour. Thou- American people. We are grieving in ordinary citizens who, in the face of life-threat- sands of you risked your lives to help mourning for those who were lost, and ening adversity, turned and entered the jaws others as smoke, ash and debris rained we are reaching out to the families. At of death to save lives. Some of these brave on you. Thousands more of you the same time, we are determined to heroes sacrificed themselves that others might streamed into blood donation centers respond to this attack. live. In this day and age, when we are ac- to meet an incredible demand, saving These horrific acts of violence are cused of being a selfish, self-centered and ap- countless more lives. Your spirit and equal to any act of war we have ever athetic generation, we can look back to these resilience make our city and our coun- faced. In many ways, they go beyond acts and these people and they will give us try great. Together we will rebuild our what we have experienced in the past strength and faith in ourselves and in our city even greater than it was before. because they have targeted innocent great nation. To the American people, we feel the people who would never be the primary And as we look back, we must also look for- same pain and anger you feel as we targets of violence in any past defini- ward. For our task ahead is to continue the stand witness together to these terrible tion of war. work of ‘‘making the world safe for democ- events, and we support the effort to This is a defining moment in our his- racy.’’ We are called upon now to renew and find those who aided or abetted these tory. We must marshal all of our other strengthen this great and noble mission. As crimes. They will be found, and they emotions to strengthen our determina- many here have said so forcefully and elo- will be brought to justice. tion to respond to this attack in a com- quently, democracy itself has been threatened So today, Mr. Speaker, I encourage prehensive and ongoing manner. and we must respond. We must respond by all Americans to reach out to one an- The terrorist criminals who com- steeling ourselves against our enemies, and other for support on this difficult day. mitted this act have awakened the fighting against the chaos that they sought to For in our unity, we find our greatest

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5519 strength to steel ourselves for the chal- understand that the war we must wage Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, I thank lenges that face us. against barbarism is more complex than the the gentleman for yielding me this Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. wars we have fought in the past, but like those time. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- wars will not be won with a single military As the son of a firefighter, I was tinguished gentleman from Missouri strike. It will take wisdom and patience. Our never so proud as I was of what fire- (Mr. HULSHOF). challenge is to strengthen our defenses so fighters did yesterday; but I believe all Mr. HULSHOF. Mr. Speaker, words that we will never again have to see scenes of our law enforcement officials, doc- fail us. We dutifully attempt to muster like we witnessed yesterday and to increase tors and nurses, blood donors and vol- as much eloquence as is humanly pos- our intelligence gathering capabilities while at unteers, deserve to be saluted as well. sible; and yet no one can adequately the same time maintaining our core American Mr. Speaker, we will have a problem express the events that have so domi- values. It would serve only the ends of the ex- for survivors that I hope will be ad- nated us during these dark days. tremists if we were to trample the Bill of Rights dressed head-on, and that is psycho- The most basic civil right of human- in response to this crisis. logical problems referred to by Viet- kind is to be free from fear. Yesterday, I have been heartened by the response of nam veterans called post-traumatic every American had his or her civil the American people. Ordinary citizens be- stress disorder. Many of the victims rights forcibly violated. These came extraordinary orators in responding to will have problems without any other unprovoked, yet provocative, attacks these barbarous attacks. I hope that the peo- additional assistance, and I was pleased on the highest profile symbols of Amer- ple responsible for yesterday’s atrocities have to hear that the administration has ican culture have caused untold loss of been watching, because if they have been called upon this country to provide the life. Innocent victims perished for no they now know that they have done nothing support that our fellow citizens who other reason other than they were but firm our resolve. They are no closer to have survived and have post-traumatic Americans. touching the foundations of the United States stress disorder to come forward and As a Nation we were knocked to our than they were before this heinous attack. We help fund those programs. knees with the graphic pictures and are stronger today that we were yesterday. Mr. Speaker, I am proud of the City sounds as we collectively experienced We must ferret out these monsters and of Washington in terms of what local the horrific tragedies in New York, bring them to justice. We owe it to the children people did. We had cooperation and near Pittsburg, and here in Wash- who lost their parents and the parents who openness. The citizens of this great ington, D.C. We now remain on our lost their children yesterday. We must hold ac- city came together and worked to- knees and murmur a collective prayer countable those institutions and groups that gether with us. to the God who has placed the dream of have supported them in their madness. We Mr. Speaker, we need to be careful to freedom in every human heart. must hold the line against hatred. We must be good to each other as colleagues in Mr. Speaker, as Members of Con- stand up for humanity, for civilized society. We this body. The gentleman in the chair gress, each one of us swore an oath to must stand against the tyranny of extremism. today, the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. protect and preserve our liberty and And I know we will. As President Franklin LAHOOD), has led us in the past to freedom from all enemies, foreign and Roosevelt said in his speech following the at- make sure that we are a user-friendly domestic. When a domestic terrorist tack on Pearl harbor: ‘‘We will not only defend institution, and I salute the gentleman selected Oklahoma City as his target, ourselves to the uttermost, but will make it and call upon my colleagues to make we extracted from him the fullest very certain that this form of treachery shall sure that we keep together on these measure of punishment allowed by law. never again endanger us.’’ important issues that we are going to Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield We must be as a body no less com- be facing in the next few days and in such time as he may consume to the the next few years. mitted in this case. gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. The conspiracy of foreign enemies Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. WATT). have committed acts of war against the (Mr. WATT of North Carolina asked Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gen- sovereignty and against the security of and was given permission to revise and tleman from Oklahoma (Mr. WATTS), these United States. Therefore, be it extend his remarks.) the distinguished chairman of the highly resolved that these honored Mr. WATT of North Carolina. Mr. House Republican Conference. dead shall not have died in vain. Speaker, I rise in support of the resolu- Mr. WATTS of Oklahoma. Mr. Speak- You may have extinguished Amer- tion. er, there are few words that can articu- ican lives, but you have not and never In the aftermath of unprecedented attacks of late what our Nation experienced yes- can extinguish our American spirit. We the kind our country witnessed yesterday, no terday. have and will continue to survive even words can express the full range of emotions: The tragedy that Americans experi- this most difficult and painful assault horror, dismay, sadness, anger, etc. I join with enced was a blemish on our Nation’s on our Republic. all my colleagues in expressing condolences history. It was a day that will be re- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the families of the people who were killed membered by families in New York such time as she may consume to the in these tragic incidents and in praying for the City and Washington, D.C., and every gentlewoman from Colorado (Ms. full recovery of the many people who were in- town throughout the country. Unlike DEGETTE). jured. I also join my colleagues in thanking so momentous days of joy that we tell our (Ms. DEGETTE asked and was given many people whose acts of bravery and her- children and grandchildren about, Sep- permission to revise and extend her re- oism may receive little, if any, notice in the tember 11, 2001, will be a day that we marks.) midst of this crisis. They reaffirm my con- will recall for years to come with sad- Ms. DEGETTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in fidence in our country’s ability to withstand this ness and with sorrow. strong support of this resolution. crisis and our unity as Members of Congress Like Pearl Harbor and the Oklahoma Yesterday’s act of war will go down in his- should assure them of our commitment to de- City bombing in 1995, the surprise at- tory as an act that forever changed America. termine who is responsible for these cowardly tack on the people and sites that run Not since Pearl Harbor has our country faced acts and bring them to justice. the country, our economy, our military such a horror. But this attack took aim at inno- Mr. Speaker, I want to pay special tribute to and government will not be the final cent people who when they kissed their fami- the family of Sandy Bradshaw, a flight attend- word. There can be no justice without lies goodbye in the morning merely were ant on United Airlines flight 93 which crashed peace, but there can be no peace with- going to work. And yesterday’s attackers, rath- in Pennsylvania. Her husband, Phil and her out justice. er than an identifiable enemy, were anony- children, Alexandria and Shenan, are still hop- Over 6 years ago I stood on this floor mous extremists, a faceless lot who don’t ing against all odds that she is still alive. They and condemned the bombing of the even have the courage to come out of the are residents of my Congressional District in Federal Building in Oklahoma City. dark to claim their despicable handiwork. Greensboro, North Carolina, and I want them Today, like 1995, we should remain What is the same today as it in 1941, is the to know that all my constituents are praying strong. We should not succumb to fear. will and the strength of America. We may be for them in a special way. If we succumb to fear and paranoia, the bloodied, but we are unbowed. We must re- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 terrorists have won. In this time of spond, as we did at that critical juncture, with minutes to the gentleman from Illinois emergency and mourning, let us open determination, courage and unity. We must (Mr. EVANS). our hearts to those that need our help.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5520 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Mr. Speaker, I urge my fellow Ameri- have failed in their mission. They can shake protect our Nation, and we must never cans, if they can, give blood; if they the foundations of skyscrapers, but they can- be swayed from the road towards free- can, give their time. Fly an American not break our spirit. We are not broken. We dom and democracy for ourselves and flag at half-mast. Take time to pray. are saddened, but stand firm in our resolve as as a beacon for the planet. Give thanks to those who are helping a country and a people. At this time of na- Mr. Speaker, there are many emo- us through this crisis, and give tional shock, we all stand together as a coun- tions that race through our bodies indi- thoughts to those who suffer because of try in prayer, mourning, and resolve as we join vidually and collectively. We are sad- the acts of faceless cowards. in support of our President as he leads us in dened by the pictures of the attacks Our Nation will get through this up- the days and weeks ahead. May God bless and elated with pride by the essential heaval. We will not let the pernicious our nation. goodness of our people, and we are also intentions of an unidentified organiza- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield filled with anger and thoughts of tion curtail the business or the such time as she may consume to the vengeance as we contemplate future strength of character of the United gentlewoman from Oregon (Ms. action. States of America. HOOLEY). We must be mindful of our respon- To the families and friends of those (Ms. HOOLEY of Oregon asked and sibilities as leaders to deal with this who lost their lives, know they are not was given permission to revise and ex- crisis in an orderly manner which dem- alone in their sorrow. I pray for them. tend her remarks.) onstrates calm, which reassures our We pray for them. And to the medics, Ms. HOOLEY of Oregon. Mr. Speaker, people that we will be an even greater the doctors and nurses, the firefighters, I rise in support of the resolution. people in the future, and which pro- the police officers, the rescue workers, Mr. Speaker, simply put, in the annals of our vides evidence of our core values as Salvation Army, Red Cross, and to all history, September 11, 2001 will be forever re- people. We must first comfort the fami- of the other emergency personnel on membered as a day of unprecedented barba- lies and friends of the victims. We must the scene of the incidents, we thank rism. remind ourselves of the democratic them for their service to our Nation Perhaps most tragic, the Constitutional free- values which make us great and which and our sister communities here in doms we enjoy on a daily basis—the same make us a target. Washington, D.C. and in New York. protections which allow us to serve in Con- Mr. Speaker, then we must take ac- Mr. Speaker, politics has taken a day gress and which millions of men and women tion against the terrorists and ensure off. Today Congress recognizes and re- fought and died to guarantee to every Amer- that this never happens again. We must members the afflicted and the ican—were cruelly exploited for a vile purpose: conduct ourselves with dignity and re- sorrowing and those who came to the to simply slaughter thousands of innocents. solve, confident in the inevitable suc- aid of their fellow man. Mr. Speaker, there’s a good chance we’ll cess in our national purpose and de- Ralph Waldo Emerson in 1842 cap- never know how many Americans perished in mocracy. The people of Guam stand tured what I think we are all thinking these attacks. ready to do our part in this national today. He said, ‘‘Sorrow makes us all We’ll certainly never comprehend the sheer crusade at this time of crisis. As so children again, destroys all differences terror they felt, nor the anguish their loved often has happened in the past century, Guam is ready to do its part in na- of intellect. The wisest knows noth- ones are facing today. tional defense, in demonstrating re- ing.’’ But in our capacity as human beings we can Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleagues certainly empathize with their plight. solve. We have made our contributions in the past. We will do our part again on both sides of the aisle for their serv- This was an act of war against the Amer- and again in this century. ice and leadership during this national ican people, as such, Congress must ensure tragedy. our armed forces appropriately respond to this b 1745 Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield attack to quickly and decisively eliminate the Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. such time as he may consume to the individuals and their allies who would strike a Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. KLECZ- blow against our liberty. tinguished gentleman from New Jersey KA). We must set the same goals of previous (Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN), my good friend (Mr. KLECZKA asked and was given generations of Americans, and seek an abso- and colleague. permission to revise and extend his re- lute and unconditional victory that ensures our Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, marks.) sons and daughters wives and husbands, and I thank the gentleman from New Jer- Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I rise in friends and neighbors are never, ever again sey for yielding me the time. disgust of yesterday’s terrorist acts, exposed to such an act of barbarism. I rise in support of the resolution and and in strong support of the resolution We stand together as members of Congress I join with all Americans and so many before us. and as Americans in our resolve to identify New Jerseyans who are personally af- Mr. Speaker, I rise in disgust of yesterday’s those responsible for conceiving and carrying fected by this crisis in prayer for the terrorists acts and in strong support of this out these acts of war, and to exact justice for victims of yesterday’s unthinkable, resolution. this unforgivable assault. horrible acts of terrorism against our The cowardly acts of terrorism carried out With that, I urge my colleagues to adopt this people. Words cannot properly express yesterday against fellow Americans are sick- resolution. our sorrow for the victims and their ening and unparalleled since the surprise at- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 families. tack on Pearl Harbor nearly sixty years ago. minutes to the gentleman from Guam For those of us who come from New Each of the commercial aircraft used as weap- (Mr. UNDERWOOD). York and New Jersey, our friends and ons were carrying innocent men, women, and Mr. UNDERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, neighbors who work in lower Manhat- children. And the timing of the assaults— today in the aftermath of the most tan, who commute every day from our around 9am on a weekday morning, seems to devastating attack on American civil- hometowns, their families and their have been designed to maximize the loss of ians in our Nation’s history, we take lives have been changed forever by yes- innocent life for those in all the buildings at- up the task of rebuilding our spirits, terday’s unspeakable events, as well as tacked. Know full well that we as a govern- reaffirming our commitment to our na- for our military and civilian personnel ment will not rest until those responsible are tional values, and making the pledge at the Pentagon. We feel for their loved found and severely punished. that this will never happen again. ones, their children, their spouses and We salute those dedicated rescue workers, As we console the families of the vic- family members whose lives have been firefighters, and police who have been working tims, as we remind ourselves about the irreversibly changed forever. around the clock to try to reach those that core American values of freedom and We also salute the courage and pro- might still be trapped alive inside. My sym- democracy, and as we make plans to fessionalism and heroism and gen- pathies and condolences go out to those who deal with the terrorists, we must re- erosity of so many firefighters, police, lost their lives, the injured and the families member who we are as a people. We are emergency and medical personnel, and who will forever bear the scars of this day the participants of a great democratic many volunteers of their own blood, from hell. undertaking, a national project which food, shelter and comfort. These volun- But while these heinous acts were carefully stands as an example for the rest of the teers have and continue to offer them- planned, in the ultimate sense these terrorists world. We have a duty to perfect and selves so unselfishly.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5521 The President and all Americans ones, by coming together and reaching Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. pledge our support to assist all the out to one another. Yesterday, Ameri- Speaker, I yield such time as he may families and victims of these tragedies. cans rushed to the aid of their fellow consume to the gentleman from North We will hold accountable those re- Americans without thought of the pos- Carolina (Mr. BURR). sponsible wherever they may be, that sible consequences to themselves. (Mr. BURR of North Carolina asked they may be brought to justice. We will Even as we pull together to recover and was given permission to revise and do all that is called for and all that is from this tragedy, one thing is per- extend his remarks.) needed in defense of our country and fectly clear and has been made over Mr. BURR of North Carolina. Mr. its citizens and to bring these crimi- and over again today and yesterday: Speaker, I rise in support of the resolu- nals to justice. America has never, nor will it now, tion. As Americans, we have always yield to terrorism. Make no mistake, Mr. Speaker, a new day has dawned in known, ‘‘Freedom is not free.’’ Count- we will find and bring to justice the America. Yesterday morning, our Nation felt less Americans have fought and se- despicable individuals who in any man- the full force of terrorism and saw the real cured these freedoms, and now as our ner helped carry out these heinous face of evil in an attack designed to cripple Nation is again tested, we will be as crimes. They have made a fatal mis- this Nation by cowards who hold no regard for strong as a Nation, united as a people, calculation and should expect swift and human life. In a carefully coordinated and well and more committed than ever before severe retaliation by the United States planned attack on symbols of our Nation’s to the defense of our freedoms, our citi- of America. strength, they sought to destroy the very foun- zens and our great Nation. Those who perpetrated this heinous dation of our democracy. In this new day, the Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- act have reawakened a sleeping giant, entire world has learned they failed. lighted to yield 2 minutes to the gen- and they should know that their acts of Their cowardly attack has shaken our coun- tlewoman from California (Ms. ROY- cowardice will never break our spirit or try and has taken from us some of our best BAL-ALLARD), my friend and colleague. lessen our love for freedom and democ- and brightest, but they had not crippled our Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, racy. Their evil has united us and will Nation. Their attempt to destroy our democ- I rise to join my colleagues in strong make us stronger and more resolved to racy has only served to make it stronger. support of this resolution expressing fight for the ideals upon which this Our Nation, united and with great resolve, heartfelt condolences to the victims great Nation was founded. The attack will see its way through this ordeal. As Ameri- and families directly impacted by yes- on America may change our view of the cans, we will comfort our grieving countrymen. terday’s horrific acts of violence and in world but it will not change our Amer- As Americans, we will heal our wounded. As condemning the cowardly acts of ter- ican spirit. Americans, we will bury our dead. And then, rorism against our country. God bless America. as Americans, we will remember why they These acts were intended to shatter Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- died and track down those who perpetrated the very foundation of American soci- lighted to yield 2 minutes to the gen- this act. We shall not be deterred. and we ety, but instead this violence has high- tleman from Rhode Island (Mr. shall not be defeated. lighted the fact that we Americans are LANGEVIN), my good friend and distin- Yesterday, an act of war was carried out strongest and most united in the face guished colleague. of adversity. Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, today I against these United States. Today, a united This is evident as we watch the he- join my colleagues in support of this American people are prepared to rebuild their roic effort of the men and women who resolution before us. lives and communities. Driven by the prin- are valiantly responding to help the I come to the floor deeply distraught ciples of democracy, this place that some call victims of these murderous acts, and it and outraged by the senseless, terrorist America and we call home has been strength- is evident in our Nation’s resolve and actions perpetrated yesterday against ened because the American people have unity to find and to punish those re- the American people. My thoughts and strengthened. sponsible for these unconscionable acts prayers are with the victims of these America will remain a beacon for peace and of violence against innocent Ameri- crimes and with their families, and I freedom around the world. American history cans. wish to pay special honor to those who will document the devastation caused and the Our hearts and prayers go out to the call Rhode Island their home: Amy lives that were lost, but the new dawn high- families and loved ones of the victims, Jarret of North Smithfield; Carol Bou- lights our greatest asset, the resolve of the and I assure them that we as a Nation chard from my hometown in Warwick; American people. will not rest until the enemies respon- Renee Newell of Cranston; Shawn Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. sible for this attack upon our country Nassaney of Pawtucket; and David and Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- and, indeed, democracies everywhere Lynn Angell of Barrington. Sadly, in tleman from Nebraska (Mr. TERRY), a have been brought to justice. the coming days, I fear that the names member of the Committee on Energy Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. on this list will grow, and I offer my and Commerce. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- deepest condolences to the loved ones Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, this is a tleman from Florida (Mr. BILIRAKIS), of these innocent victims. simple measure but heartfelt. There is my good friend and colleague. For more than two centuries, Rhode no way to express our feelings of grief Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I Island, and indeed America, has been a and sorrow for the American citizens thank the gentleman from New Jersey bastion of democracy, freedom and tol- who are dead and injured from this hor- for yielding me the time. erance, principles and ideals that were rible, gruesome, barbarism that struck Mr. Speaker, Margaret Thatcher once targets of yesterday’s cowardly at- our Nation yesterday and our cities of said that the U.S. was unique because tacks. However, Rhode Islanders and New York and Washington. My condo- it was the only country whose very ex- all Americans are also known for their lences go out to all of the innocent peo- istence was based on an idea, the idea independence and strong spirit. Our re- ple who suffered from the brutality of of freedom. Whether on a battlefield or solve and love for freedom will not be these world terrorists who sought out in a factory, at home or abroad, in broken by terrorism. the innocent to complete their cruel peace or confrontation, it is the Amer- As a member of the Committee on missions. ican heart, an unbridled and unyielding Armed Services, I vow to do all in my Those who committed this atrocity spirit, that has pulled us through over power to find those implicated in these are, simply put, the scum of the Earth 200 years of freedom. attacks and bring them swiftly to jus- and they must be punished. The acts of On September 11, 2001, America’s tice. terrorism must not be the daily con- calm was shattered by a horrendous Mr. Speaker, make no mistake about cerns of Americans. We must be able to act of terrorism. There is no doubt that it, all these terrorists have done is feel secure in our homes. Acts of ter- this day will long be remembered, and awakened a sleeping giant, and now rorism must be stopped. As a Member our thoughts and prayers are with this Nation stands united. It is our re- of Congress, I will work to make sure those whose lives have been forever al- sponsibility in Congress to protect the that the terrorist organizations that tered by this tragedy. American people and our democratic carried out this horrible act and those America responded to this tragedy ideals, and I stand by the President and who helped them and protect them are the way we have responded to past our leadership in these endeavors. destroyed. I am willing to commit all

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5522 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 the resources necessary to accomplish greater understanding of our nation and our women who made up, who make up, this goal. constitutionally-protected liberties, let it move that greatest generation. We responded Our President stated yesterday, ‘‘Our you to appreciate those liberties, let it take us to the attack on Pearl Harbor with resolve has been tested, and we will to a deeper understanding of who we are as unity; decisively, forcefully. And I am show the world that we will pass that a country. We are many people from many supremely confident that we will test.’’ I agree. I can only add that our countries in a single nation. We are from match the American response of the action must be swift and decisive. every corner of the planet, yet we share the forties, that we are unified, that we Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield liberties of this nation. will act decisively and forcefully, as such time as he may consume to the This tragic attack killed men women and decisively and forcefully as we acted gentleman from Texas (Mr. ORTIZ). children from nations throughout the world, against Japan, and that perhaps one (Mr. ORTIZ asked and was given per- and the response upon the criminals should day our present generation might be mission to revise and extend his re- be a world-wide response. We have many dif- known, because of our response, as the marks.) ferent ideas that divide us on policy, but that greatest generation. Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise in is the meaning of America, many people, Many people believe in a supreme support of this resolution. We need to many ideas, but one spirit. Let no enemy mis- being. Some call the supreme being take proper action. understand when these many people speak God, others refer to Yahweh and others Mr. Speaker, with a heavy heart, I rise today with one loud, angry voice: we will find you refer to Allah. I only hope and pray and offer my condolences and prayers to the and we will punish you. We are stronger than that whatever one’s faith, we will all families of the victims killed in New York, you and more powerful than you and we have come to realize that we can only serve Washington and Pennsylvania. Our nation has more moral courage than you because we the supreme being’s will by acts of faced an unspeakable evil that will forever value life. Even when you attack innocents, love, not by acts of killing. I hope that color how we live our lives and conduct our Americans will always fight back, and we have day will come soon. policy. Our world has always been a dan- evidence that this place could well have been Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. gerous place, and it will continue to be so. spared for the heroic efforts of some of the Speaker, I yield such time as he may After leaving this historical building yesterday, victims on the plane in Pennsylvania. consume to the gentleman from Ari- I wasn’t altogether sure we would see it again. Let this moment move Americans to bear zona (Mr. STUMP), chairman of the This building, representative of our freedom the burden of going to work on behalf of our Committee on Armed Services. and democracy, is a very large target for nation with the fearlessness of our soldiers on (Mr. STUMP asked and was given those who oppose our country. It will continue a battlefield. Let it move each American to re- permission to revise and extend his re- to be a target. member these immortal words from the foun- marks.) Of course, if that fact can change how we dations of our nation, ‘‘Don’t tread on me.’’ Mr. STUMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise in work here, then the terrorists win. It is for us America is a powerful force with which to be support of the resolution. to set the example of getting back to work, reckoned. We will find the responsible party. Yesterday, our Nation suffered an unimagi- condemning this act of war and horror, and We resolve to find who did this—we punish nable tragedy. The separate attacks that took hunt and return for justice the person or peo- our enemies. We will do this in memory of place in New York and Washington were de- ple who did this. If there is a nation involved, every victim of this terrorist act, and we will do liberate acts of aggression against our coun- we will judge them as part of the effort and at- it on behalf of the liberties for which the vic- try, our people, and our way of life. Together, tack with the vengeance of the strongest na- tims of this attack died in a battle they did not they constituted the worst act of terrorism dition on the face of the earth. anticipate. rected against the United States in our Na- Our sacrifices throughout the 20th Century We should express a special appreciation of tion’s history. Yesterday was one of our Na- meant that—largely—Americans had no fear the firefighters and law enforcement officers tion’s darkest days. of attack on our nation. Pearl Harbor pierced who gave their lives in the effort to save civil- Those who planned and perpetrated these that fearlessness for a moment, and Sep- ians in the rubble of the World Trade Center outrageous acts of terror deserve our unani- tember 11’s Trade Towers-Pentagon attack and the Pentagon. Law enforcement officers mous condemnation. Our heartfelt sympathies differs only in that Pearl Harbor was a military and fire fighters have a tremendously painful go out to those injured in yesterday’s attacks, base and that it was attacked by a nation on job to do and they are ready exhausted. and to the families, friends, and loved ones of which we could declare war. We knew who Please say a prayer tonight for the injured those who lost their lives for no other reason they were and where to find them. and unaccounted for here and in New York, than the fact that they were Americans. As This situation teaches us that the price of pray for the victims’ families involved in this Chairman of the Armed Services Committee, I freedom today will be borne by the everyday murderous attack, pray for the people who are also wish to express my sadness at the tragic patriot who goes to work in a high-profile helping them find their loved ones, and pray loss of life of military and civilian personnel at place as they stand on the front lines of dan- for our nation, that we exercise good judgment the Department of Defense. This resolution ger. The front lines of danger today are banks, in our quest to make someone take responsi- also appropriately commends the efforts of the industry, borders, monuments and government bility for this. emergency service workers and other volun- buildings, in addition to our military bases. And Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 teers who have demonstrated through their it is our duty to stand bravely on those lines minutes to the gentleman from New courageous rescue efforts what it means to be and put the possibility of danger in the back of York (Mr. LAFALCE), the distinguished an American. our minds. If we are guided by the danger of ranking member of the Committee on This is the time for Congress to unite in where we are, the terrorists have succeeded Financial Services. support of the President and his efforts to take in striking fear and terror in our hearts, and (Mr. LAFALCE asked and was given all necessary action against those responsible they can win in our minds what they could permission to revise and extend his re- for this tragedy. If we fail to do so, the terror- never win on a field of battle. marks.) ists have won. It is time to recognize that the Yesterday, our democracy was damaged, Mr. LAFALCE. I thank the gen- United States can no longer fight terrorism ac- and today it evolves to remain supreme. We tleman for yielding me this time. cording to the rules of civilized behavior. Ter- lost no freedoms for the moment, but this na- Mr. Speaker, on December 7, 1941, rorists know no rules. Their aim is to commit tion not only has a strong military, we have Pearl Harbor was attacked, and Frank- the mass murder of innocent civilians. Yester- enormous resolve and the pioneer spirit that lin Delano Roosevelt said that day day, they succeeded—right here, on our own settled a continent, explored space and leads shall go down as a day of infamy. On shores. We must resolve not to let them suc- the world in the global economy. It is easy to September 11, 2001, the United States ceed again. see why there are those who despise us; but was attacked, and I believe that day The scourge of terrorism is not new, and they despise us for the very thing that makes will go down as our day of greatest in- America is no stranger to terrorist attacks. But us great: our spirit and our fortitude for free- famy. Over 2,000 were killed at Pearl yesterday’s events demonstrate that this threat dom. Harbor. I fear that the dead and injured has taken on a new and more deadly form. It This is a call for this century and this gen- in yesterday’s sneak attack will be far, also demonstrates that our Nation’s geo- eration. Nothing has really moved you to think far greater than that. graphic distance from areas of conflict and tur- about what this country means to you, how Tom Brokaw wrote a book entitled moil no longer provides a guarantee of secu- fragile our liberties are? Then let this moment ‘‘Our Greatest Generation.’’ I enjoyed rity. For these reasons, we need to ensure in history move you. Let it move you to a that book. I was proud of the men and that our military forces remain second-to-

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Mr. Speaker, I thank the priate expression of our sympathy for the vic- in need in New York and Washington; all of gentleman for yielding me time. tims of yesterday’s attacks and our support for the families whose loved ones are unac- Mr. Speaker, we often see ourselves the President’s actions in response. I urge my counted for or who remain in harm’s way. as Democrats and Republicans, Meth- colleagues to support it. Thousands of our fellow citizens have lost odists or Presbyterians, black or white, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. their lives and thousands more have suffered Gentiles, Jews or Muslims, before we Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- injuries, many of which will change their lives see ourselves as Americans. tinguished gentleman from California and those of their families permanently. My But today we are Americans first. We (Mr. HORN). thoughts and prayers go out to all the victims need to look no further than yesterday Mr. HORN. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, of these attacks. for evidence of this. Men and women, September 11, our Nation was assaulted Mr. Speaker, these tragic images are un- young and old, risking their lives, giv- in a vicious, well-planned and cold- imaginable. Yet we know that they are real ing their lives, to come to the aid of blooded act of mass murder. Many have and the perpetrators of this nightmare must be those in need. compared these horrible acts with identified and brought to justice. Let the word As a Nation, we pray for those whose Pearl Harbor. Certainly our shock, hor- go out to those responsible for this devasta- lives have been forever changed by ror and anger are similar, and both tion and to all enemies of freedom: Have no these acts, and we give thanks for the acts were planned with military preci- doubt, we will do whatever is required to pun- blessings which remain: family, lib- sion. But Pearl Harbor was an open act ish those responsible for these despicable erty, friendship, and home. of war against military targets by a acts of war and all who harbor these barbaric Now we turn to the task ahead: find- clearly identified aggressor. Yester- criminals. ing the cowards who did this and mak- day’s attacks were an assassin’s strike Mr. Speaker, Americans have always known ing them pay. Then we shall repair our against innocent men, women and chil- that freedom is not free. It often comes with a injured cities and restore our sense of dren, chosen as victims solely because tremendous cost and it often imposes tremen- security. The enemy has attacked our way of they were Americans. We are deeply dous responsibilities. Throughout our history, life. They want to make us less trust- angered and properly outraged by these our citizens have always been willing to pay ing, less safe, less free. Less American. acts, as we were on December 7, 1941. that price. Many have made the ultimate sacrifice of their lives and their fortunes so that all They underestimate the resolve of the But now is the time for calm and delib- of us will continue to receive the blessings of American people. erate, thoughtful countersteps to pro- liberty. My generation and my parent’s genera- So let us remain uniquely, proudly, tect our Nation and to end this deadly tion faced Pearl Harbor. Yesterday’s terrorist and defiantly American. threat. We should take special care not attacks are another day of infamy, a day that Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. to repeat the mistakes of 1941. Many will be our children’s and grandchildren’s Pearl Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- Americans of Japanese ancestry were Harbor. tinguished gentleman from California interned during the Second World War. Americans have always risen up as a nation (Mr. CALVERT). Those interned never committed a sab- and faced every challenge presented to us. Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I will otage of any sort. Finally, the Federal Once again, in a moment of crisis, our citizens leave it to others to ask why. Today I judiciary recognized that. In fact, have gathered in unprecedented numbers to rise with my colleagues with firm re- many Japanese Americans joined the donate blood and offer other forms of support. solve to send a message to our enemies Army and served our Nation with great The heart and spirit of the American people that engage in terrorism that we are at skill and courage. remain indomitable. war. America and her people will stand b 1800 America is at war with terrorists, but this war together today, as we have in the past, is different and will present different chal- and defeat our enemies. Those who served in the 442nd Regi- lenges. It will be a war without end, one that Here in the great hall of democracy, mental Combat Team in Italy and Eu- will require permanent vigilance. The chal- in the well of the House of Representa- rope were the most decorated unit in lenge for all of us will be to assure that Amer- tives, I personally call for a declara- the United States Army. ica remains the land of the free while we take tion of war so that we may unleash the That should teach us to guard the steps required to prevent this from ever full might of our country’s resources against unthinking stereotypes and occurring again. I know that, together, we will upon our enemies. prejudice. We should not think that do whatever we need to do to face down and We must give our institutions, the those who may look like our enemies defeat the new challenges of terrorism. FBI, the CIA, the armed services, the are in fact allied or even sympathetic As President Lincoln reminded us at Gettys- full legal authority to act and protect to those who are behind these des- burg, while the world may not long remember the life and property of the United picable actions. what we say here, we will never forget what States of America. We must authorize We should be working with NATO occurred here. So it is with yesterday’s at- reprisals against our enemies and those and the Arab world, our Gulf War al- tacks. We will never forget the sacrifices of all who harbor them. lies. Those who believe in democracy of the victims of terror. We will honor their In closing, I say God bless America must stand with us. Those who reject sacrifices by waging and winning the war and God bless our President during our call to arms against terrorism against terrorism, holding true to our friends these times. must not receive support from us. It is and our commitments, and preserving our way Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am a time to act. of life. pleased to yield such time as he may Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am Mr. Speaker, words are inadequate to con- consume to the gentleman from Maine pleased to yield such time as she may vey our horror at what occurred. Yet as we in- (Mr. BALDACCI). consume to the gentlewoman from tensify our fight against terrorism, deeds are (Mr. BALDACCI asked and was given Florida (Mrs. MEEK). far more important than words. We stand permission to revise and extend his re- (Mrs. MEEK of Florida asked and was united as a country and as a Congress. We marks.) given permission to revise and extend will not rest until every person responsible for Mr. BALDACCI. Mr. Speaker, I rise her remarks.) these acts is brought to justice. We will hunt in support of the resolution, for the Mrs. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I down the terrorists and make whatever sac- tens of thousands of people who have rise in support of this resolution. rifices are required to preserve our freedom mobilized to search for the victims and Mr. Speaker, yesterday’s cowardly terrorist and liberty. No matter what the price, we will care for the injured and all the people attacks on the United States leave us with im- defeat evil. There will be no appeasement. around the country that are doing all ages of horror that will remain etched in our Our cause is just. Our great country will pre- they can. hearts and minds forever: The innocent pas- vail. Mr. Speaker, I am outraged and saddened sengers of the four hijacked flights, all of May God grant his peace to the victims and by the heinous atrocity that was committed whom died; the thousands of workers in the to all who mourn. God Bless America. against our nation yesterday.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5524 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 My thoughts and prayers are first and fore- lost family and friends, firefighters and in strong support of this House Resolu- most with the victims and their families. We police, loved ones and heroes. tion to condemn the terrorist attacks have not yet begun to comprehend just how One of those heroes is Ray Downey of on America. I want to extend my deep- many people were murdered, injured and af- Deer Park, the New York City Fire De- est sympathies to the thousands of fected by this attack. I am also praying for all partment’s Chief of Special Operations Americans who lost friends and family who are involved in the rescue efforts that Command. Ray responded to the attack during yesterday’s terrorist attacks. continue. Tens of thousands have mobilized to on the World Trade Center and is still We grieve today for our nation’s loss, search for victims and care for the injured. missing. His family still has hope, but but we will never lose America’s re- Maine medical professionals have contacted they need our prayers. solve to remain a beacon of justice and me to find out how they can help. I know that For all of our families, we offer pray- freedom in a world where these values people around the country are doing all they ers. For Mayor Giuliani and Governor are under constant threat. can to contribute to this effort. Pataki we offer thanks. And for the These attacks claimed victims from Once the victims are fully accounted for, I cowards who committed this crime, we all across the Nation and killed many expect there will be few of us who will not submit our resolve. from my State of New Jersey. One vic- know someone who was killed or injured or Today is a day of mourning, a day of tim was Victor Saracini, a United Air- someone who knew a person who was killed outrage. But it is also a day when we lines pilot and native of Atlantic City, or injured. This is truly a national tragedy. I all come together. In this hallowed New Jersey, who died when his hi- spoke this morning with a Maine man whose Congress, which we thought might be jacked plane hit the World Trade Cen- brother, a New York City firefighter, has been under attack just yesterday, we stand ter. Victor is remembered by his family killed. I know that there are many others in proudly today. and friends from South Jersey as a Maine who are grieving or awaiting news. Our nation has seen bloodshed, but brave man who would have never sub- We as a nation, working with our allies, will we are not bowed. We have seen dis- mitted to the will of the hijackers, and expend all necessary resources to identify aster, but not defeat. Our American de- I am sure he did everything possible to who is responsible for this attack, and take ac- mocracy, built by Washington, Jeffer- protect the passengers and the plane tion to ensure that they are swiftly and se- son, Madison, and Lincoln will not be and to thwart the hijackers. I extend verely punished. We will identify states that weakened by cowardly terrorists. my deepest sympathies to his family, have harbored and supported terrorists, and Today the world sees the true great- to his wife and to their two young ensure that they are swiftly and severely pun- ness of America in the people giving daughters. ished. This was an act of war, and we will re- blood, in the emergency workers clear- There are, sadly, too many other spond as such. ing the rubble and saving lives, in the names of victims that will come out in As a nation, we must begin the process of clergy fostering faith. And at the right the days to come and will touch people rebuilding. The rescue and clean-up efforts will time, at the right place, these terror- in every corner of the Nation. I know continue for some time. New security pre- ists will see the true strength of Amer- that Congress joins with me today to cautions must be taken at our airports and ica as well. mourn their loss and to send our con- other locations. Lives and buildings must be Mr. Speaker, many of my colleagues dolences to their families. rebuilt. have quoted a great President, Frank Even under these horrible cir- We must also begin to heal our national Delano Roosevelt, who stood in this cumstances, heroes arose. I want to sense of safety which has been badly shaken. place summoning our nation into a commend the emergency personnel We will not allow terrorists to send us cow- great crusade. I would like to share from New York and Washington D.C., ering, but we recognize that we will never other words that he used in that same who immediately mobilized to lend aid again feel the same as we did before this un- speech on that same day of infamy. He and assistance to the people of New speakable horror. said, ‘‘With confidence in our Armed York City and to those working in the My staff and I are back at work, and stand Forces, with unbounding determina- Pentagon. I would also like to praise ready to assist any Mainer who is in need of tion of our people, we will gain the in- the local residents of southern New help. We will be giving blood and doing all we evitable triumph, so help us God.’’ Jersey who, after hearing of the at- can to contribute in a meaningful way to the The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. tacks, left their homes and workplaces rescue and rebuilding that are underway. As a SWEENEY). The Chair wishes to inform and joined the emergency service per- Member of Congress, I will be working to pro- the Members that the gentleman from sonnel who traveled north to assist vide the resources necessary to rebuild our New Jersey (Mr. SMITH) has 18 minutes those in New York who needed the nation, to enhance our counter-terrorism ef- remaining and the gentleman from help. forts, and to ensure the safety of the American California (Mr. LANTOS) has 3 minutes Finally, I would like to recognize the people. remaining. stalwart efforts of the Coast Guard per- Although the scourge of terrorism is not AUTHORIZING THE CLERK TO MAKE CORRECTIONS sonnel who have deployed up and down new, the scope and destructiveness of the at- IN ENGROSSMENT OF H.J. RES. 61 the East Coast to provide security for tacks yesterday were unprecedented in Amer- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. our bridges, tunnels, and ports and to ican History. We have been forced to acknowl- Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that render assistance in the finest tradi- edge that the possibility of massive attacks on the Clerk be authorized to make tech- tion of the Coast Guard service. US soil is painfully real. nical corrections in the engrossment of Mr. Speaker, terrorism has attacked Yesterday America was gravely wounded, H.J. Res. 61, to include corrections in America and declared war on our na- but we will heal and grow stronger. Americans grammar, punctuation, and capitaliza- tion. We must now act to punish both will rise to the occasion and fight this scourge tion, and to make other such technical the terrorists who planned and carried just as we have risen to defeat past threats to and conforming changes as may be nec- out these dastardly acts, as well as civilization and democracy. Yesterday’s ac- essary to comply with the order of the those organizations and states who tions were not mere acts of terrorism and not House. harbor and encourage this. I urge all of mere crimes. Rather they were savage acts of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there my colleagues to strongly support this war on the American Nation which must be objection to the request of the gen- resolution. met with a proportional military response. tleman from New Jersey? Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Again, my thoughts and prayers are with all There was no objection. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that who have been affected by this tragedy. Let Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. during consideration of H.J. Res. 61, those who are responsible know clearly: this Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- pursuant to the order of the House of will not stand. tleman from New Jersey (Mr. earlier today, debate on the joint reso- May God bless America. LOBIONDO), the distinguished chairman lution be extended 2 hours, equally di- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am of the Subcommittee on Coast Guard vided and controlled by the chairman pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- and Maritime Transportation of the and ranking minority member of the tleman from New York (Mr. ISRAEL). Committee on Transportation and In- Committee on International Relations. Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, yesterday frastructure. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there many of the people of my district in Mr. LOBIONDO. Mr. Speaker, I rise objection to the request of the gen- New York were struck by tragedy. We with so many of my colleagues today tleman from New Jersey?

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5525 There was no objection. and humanity. We are very proud of ones on hijacked flights. New Yorkers, and in- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am them. Americans should stand with our deed all Americans, will remember those vic- pleased to yield 4 minutes to the dis- President. We will face this tragedy to- tims at the Pentagon, for putting their lives at tinguished gentlewoman from New gether. We will comfort and support risk and paying the ultimate price, so that we York (Mrs. LOWEY), 2 minutes for her- each other, and we will prevail. can live our lives in freedom. self and 2 minutes to give her an oppor- Friends, our people and our land- ‘‘In the end, that is what this comes down tunity to read the statement of our marks have been attacked, but the es- to—our freedom. To the majority of the world, colleague, the gentleman from New sence of America is indestructible. Our our Nation stands as a beacon of hope. To York (Mr. NADLER). core principles, justice, liberty, and de- those who want to crush freedom, to have (Mrs. LOWEY asked and was given mocracy, will remain forever un- people live in fear, our Nation stands as a re- permission to revise and extend her re- scathed. Let us say a prayer for our buke as well as a threat. marks.) country and our people. ‘‘However, what those enemies of freedom Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I stand Mr. Speaker, my good colleague, the fail to understand is that no amount of phys- here today full of anger and outrage, gentleman from New York (Mr. NAD- ical damaged can kill the ideals for which this heartbreak and hope. LER), is in New York. It is in his dis- Nation stands. Just as Pearl Harbor roused We are not Democrats or Repub- trict where this catastrophe occurred. the sleeping giant to crush those who attacked licans. We are Americans, united in our He asked me to read his statement. it, this Nation must crush those who have de- resolve and determination. Yesterday’s ‘‘Today, I am at home with my fellow clared war on us now. terrorism was not just directed against New Yorkers in this terrible, dark ‘‘Let there be no mistake: We are at war, national landmarks and individual hour, but did not want this tragedy to and have been for some time. We must make Americans. These terrorist attacks pass without expressing my words on it clear, we will find those terrorists responsible were directed at the very idea of Amer- this floor of the longest and greatest for yesterdays attacks and punish them. That ica itself. democracy in the world. we will find, and punish, all those who seek to Our response to this attack tests the ‘‘Like all Americans, I watched with murder innocent people through terrorism. To strength of our international alliances, a heavy heart the details of this attack those nations harboring and protecting terror- the integrity of our friendships, and and its aftermath emerge on the news. ists, all the while pretending to be America’s the endurance of all nations in the And like so many people, I still wait to friend, you are no friend of ours. If you en- struggle to build a world in which hear word of friends and colleagues courage hatred of the United States, and pro- peace and freedom are the highest that were in the lower Manhattan area claim these attacks some sort of heroic act, ideals. yesterday and pray for a miracle. The you are no friend of ours. If you pay tribute to We have a tremendous opportunity feelings I have of great sorrow, dis- terrorists, you are no friend of ours. If you do and an awesome responsibility to re- belief, and anger towards those respon- not fully cooperate with our efforts to find ter- double our efforts to purge the evil of sible are feelings that I hope and pray rorists and bring them to justice, you are not terrorism from our global community. I will never have cause to feel again in friend of ours. Our allies are mourning with us and of- my life. ‘‘Today, we stand united, to mourn our fering their prayers. But we must have ‘‘My thoughts and prayers go out to losses, but determined to show the resolve their unqualified support and coopera- the victims and their families who suf- upon which our Nation has always prided tion in this battle. fered needlessly at the hands of cow- itself, as we rebuild. We will show the strength Let me make the ground rules abso- ardly terrorists, to those police and that can only be found in a free people. In the lutely clear: no country that harbors firefighters who died, and who are risk- words of Lincoln, today, ‘we here highly re- terrorists or sponsors terrorism will ing their lives as this very House solve that these dead shall not have died in benefit from our defense, our com- meets. I offer my sincerest gratitude to vain, that this Nation under God shall have a merce, and our aid. No one who teaches the many heroes who emerged yester- new birth of freedom, and that government of children hatred instead of games will day, as well. the people, by the people, for the people shall find comfort from us. No more glori- ‘‘Unfortunately, we all too often for- not perish from the earth.’ fying violence. No more praise for mar- get the great sacrifice that the men Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. tyrdom. Those who rejoice in our trag- and women of New York’s finest and Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- edy must be exiled from the commu- bravest make every day, until tragedy tinguished gentleman from Florida nity of nations. And we must demand hits. After yesterday, with 300 or more (Mr. DIAZ-BALART), a member of the the help of our friends in the world firefighters and police feared dead, I do Committee on Rules. community in this crucial effort. not believe we will ever forget how Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, I My colleagues, like so many yester- they lay their lives on the line every thank the gentleman for yielding me day, I watched the TV in horror. My single day so that they may save ours. this time. children called to share their shock Yesterday, terrorists attempted to and to tell of a friend whose husband, b 1815 spread fear throughout this great land trapped on a high floor in one of the Just as they stand up for us, we must as they murdered innocent men, Towers, called only to say good-bye to now stand up for them. Therefore, and women and children. These cowards, in the wife he knew he would never see this is the gentleman from New York effect, declared war on the United again. All around him, his colleagues (Mr. NADLER) speaking now, ‘‘I will in- States; and we will fight back. America were on the phone to their loved ones troduce legislation today which will is the light of freedom and opportunity for the last time. allow for an expedited benefit payment around the world. Those cowards at- We hear these stories over and over process to the families of those police tempted to extinguish that light from again. To all those who have lost so officers and firefighters who died in the the world, but we will never allow it to much, we want you to know that our line of duty yesterday in New York and be dampened. hearts and prayers are with you, that at the Pentagon. The American people will now dem- all of America stands with you. ‘‘I have spoken with the White House; which onstrate their resilience. America will For the man who called to tell his has assured me that whatever Federal assist- show the world that in the face of trag- wife just one last time that he loved ance New York needs, it will get. I have been edy it becomes stronger, and the Amer- her, for the hundreds of brave officers, in constant contact with FEMA, which wanted ican people become more united. As firefighters, and rescue workers who me to stress just how important the need for the sun rose this morning, the light of sacrificed their lives so that others blood is during this crisis. I urge all those who American freedom burns stronger. might live, for all, we will find those are able to donate blood, to call the Red Americans from all walks of life have responsible; and we will bring them to Cross hotlines, at 1–800–HELP NOW. If any- come together in pursuit of the com- justice. There will be no safe harbor for one has any information on either of yester- mon mission supporting all necessary those who would visit such enormous day’s attacks, contact the FBI at 1–866–483– action to end the scourge of terrorism. devastation on our citizens. 5137. Americans continue to search for Our Mayor, our Governor and our ‘‘Mr. Speaker, all New Yorkers understand survivors and comfort those who suffer. neighbors faced catastrophe with calm and feel empathy for those who lost loved Our prayers go out to the victims,

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5526 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 their families and the valiant rescue pressions of support which could not have America seeks peace, but it is not blind. efforts. been imagined a few years ago, former en- The people who planned these attacks are out The American people, Mr. Speaker, emies as well as long-time allies across the there, and we know that they still pursue their are a peaceful people. Americans do world have expressed their sympathy and their evilness. Their celebrations will be short, be- not seek to conquer other peoples or willingness to stand with the United States in cause America’s resolve is sure. I support the commit violence against others; but fighting the perpetrators of this horror. President’s vow to punish these murderers because of America’s power and pros- Let us not forget, though, that while some and those who give them shelter. perity and freedom, America and things have changed, much remains the As the death toll mounts in the aftermath of Americans are hated and envied by re- same. Our enemies stole American lives think- the most vicious terrorist attack ever per- sentful forces of evil in the world. ing that they could steal our American Spirit. petrated on Americans and America, I ask the The battle before us will be long and They were wrong. Our hearts are indeed bro- good Lord to give us the courage, wisdom and difficult, but the United States has ken today but our spirits are not only intact, conviction to bring those responsible to justice. overcome before, and it will do so they are strengthened. Bricks and mortar may Certainly, the horror of this attack has been again. Americans, united together, will have been leveled but the American Spirit etched into the minds and hearts of all Ameri- send the cowardly terrorists shrieking stands. The attempt to cut us down has only cans. It is time to mourn the dead. To care for in fear when they realize the resolve of deepened our devotion to democracy, freedom the injured. But it is also time to plan for our the American people and the brilliance and justice. future, and to take actions to insure that the with which America’s light of liberty The beloved Twenty-Third Psalm asserts, lessons of this attack will not be lost. That shines. ‘‘Yea, though I walk through the valley of the those who perished will not have done so in God bless this great Nation, a beacon shadow of death, I will fear no evil.’’ These sa- vain. of freedom. cred words do not deny the existence of evil America will persevere. We are not weak- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield or pretend that we can be spared from facing ened by this attack, but rather, will grow such time as he may consume to the it. But they remind us that we need not fear stronger. Out of these flames of death, an gentleman from Texas (Mr. STENHOLM). that evil. Why? Because God is with us, pre- even stronger American spirit will be born. (Mr. STENHOLM asked and was paring the safe and proper way if we will fol- And the beacon of freedom, of our Democratic given permission to revise and extend low. institutions, will burn even brighter upon the his remarks.) Our enemies and those who harbor our en- world. Mr. STENHOLM. Mr. Speaker, I rise emies should understand what they have Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am in strong support of this resolution done. The tragedy which they have caused al- pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- condemning the terrorist attacks ready is being transformed into unity and that tleman from Texas (Mr. REYES), my against the United States. unity will become strength. Perhaps the giant distinguished colleague. Today, we in the House of Representatives was sleeping. We became too accustomed to Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I thank the feel the need to speak of the unspeakable: choosing convenience over security. We have gentleman for yielding me this time. yesterday’s evil, perpetrated by cowardly tilted towards privacy over prudence. We be- Mr. Speaker, yesterday our Nation forces who cannot muster the courage even to came over-confident in our impenetrable was attacked by cowards. I, like all of reveal their faces. Evil is difficult to speak shield. But make no mistake; the giant is now my colleagues, am equally outraged by about and yet, as yesterday’s events remind awake. Americans may need to make the sac- this attack on the people of the United us, its horror calls forth responses which re- rifices which a state of war requires but we States. Today, our thoughts and pray- veal even greater good, greater strength, are committed to making those sacrifices. This ers are with the victims and their fami- greater wisdom than we knew possible. is war. It is not a war for territory or posses- lies. As the gentleman from Illinois It has been said repeatedly in the past 24 sions but it is a war for democracy and free- (Mr. HASTERT), the Speaker of the hours that America has been changed forever. dom. It is a war for security and peace. It is House, said yesterday, we as a Congress There is much truth in that statement. Just as a war which the united and civilized nations of and as a government stand united. the attack on Pearl Harbor altered the psyche the world will relentlessly pursue and win. Mr. Speaker, there is no question of the American people nearly 60 years ago, September 11 will live in infamy but it will not that this was an act of war. We must we cannot deny the loss of innocence and die in impotence. Evil may be unspeakable but find those responsible and bring them carefree confidence created by yesterday’s it will not be victorious. to justice. We must do so swiftly, with heinous deeds. Tragically, the horrendous loss Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am the full might and power of the United of 2400 American lives in the Pacific may pleased to yield such time as he may States. We will find those responsible even be exceeded when the final toll is tallied consume to the gentleman from West for these mass murders, and they will in New York City, Washington, and Pennsyl- Virginia (Mr. RAHALL), my friend and be punished. vania. How can we possibly comfort all those colleague. We, likewise, must develop the re- who grieve those deaths or thank those who (Mr. RAHALL asked and was given sponse that will destroy the very sys- died trying to make our Nation safer and permission to revise and extend his re- tem responsible for this attack on our stronger? marks.) freedom. The global terrorist organiza- But those dear losses are not the only Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, I thank tions that take refuge in some nations changes which have been wrought in our Na- the gentleman for yielding me this across the world must be destroyed, tion. Contrary to the terrorists’ intentions, their time. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of and any nation who protects any ter- acts have also borne a new unity among the this resolution of the condemnation of rorist network or who provides shelter American people, a renewed sense of soli- this heinous attack on our country. or refuge to these terrorist networks darity and commitment to each other. Folks in Mr. Speaker. Southern West Virginians are on notice that they will also be Michigan waited hours in lines to donate vital know loss. We hope and pray for the victims subjected to the justice and the might blood for victims in New York City. School of these attacks and their families as other and power of the United States mili- children in Texas dressed in red, white and Americans have hoped and prayed for us in tary if they continue to protect those blue to support the uniformed troops and civil- the past. Our nation’s motto is E. Pluribus responsible for these mass murders. ians killed at the Pentagon in Washington. Unum: Out of many, one. Americans always This attack was intended to bring Here in Congress, we are changed. Each of display this unity best when disaster strikes down the most powerful Nation in the us, regardless of party label or ideology, has our fellow citizens. world, to paralyze our government and set aside our differences to swear a unified Yesterday’s attacks did not kill only Wash- to weaken our resolve. This has not commitment to supporting those most harmed, ingtonians and New Yorkers. The victims happened and they have failed. Last to relentlessly seeking the perpetrators of this came from across this country. At least one night, our President spoke from the act of war, and to bringing about a swift and family in my own District was torn apart. Dr. Oval Office of the White House, and just response. Both Democrat and Republican Paul Ambrose, a talented and public-spirited Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld stand solidly behind our President as he leads young physician, was aboard one of the air- never actually left the Pentagon while us in all of those efforts. planes that the terrorists crashed. The sym- working with some of the rescue crews And around the world, there is also a pathies of all America are with Ken Sharon and consulting with the national secu- change—a new understanding of the threat Ambrose of Huntington, West Virginia, today. rity team. Last night, the world saw which exists to all civilized democracies. In ex- We will avenge their loss. and heard representatives of the people

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5527 of this Nation speaking with one voice. the hands of faceless cowards, but those forces of evil and those who give Today, we are all here on the floor of make no mistake. This is not a faceless them aid and sanction. the House ready to continue our work. enemy. The people of this country are The spirit of America was best exem- We will not allow cowards to shut us united. The full resources of this gov- plified today by a brave New York fire- down. ernment, and the courage, spirit and fighter searching through the rubble of No one will ever forget the images resolve of the American people will be the World Trade Center for one more that we have all seen in the last 2 days. brought to bear to find you in whatever survivor. He uncovered a tattered We must never forget those who lost corner of the world that you may hide. American flag, and he climbed to the their lives. My thoughts and prayers You have no safe harbor. We will see top of the remains of a leaning north are with those rescuers working around that justice is served. spire, raising the flag to express the the clock to save those trapped in the God bless America. spirit of patriotism shared by all Amer- rubble of the World Trade Center and Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am icans in this time of national travail. the Pentagon. pleased to yield such time as he may A new chapter in our history was The events of Tuesday, September 11, consume to the gentleman from New opened yesterday. Its opening pages 2001, have changed the face of America York (Mr. TOWNS). will forever be emblazoned in our mem- forever. (Mr. TOWNS asked and was given ory, but the strength and character of I have no doubt that we will respond permission to revise and extend his re- our people will fill its pages with the to this crisis in a very American way marks.) same resolve we have shown in the de- . . . we will unite, we will defend our Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in fense of freedom throughout our his- freedoms, we will persevere. strong support of this resolution, and tory. Today we urge all freedom-loving In closing let me commend all those first re- my prayers go out to the families. people to join us in our shared commit- sponders that worked so hard and have sac- Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.J. ment to peace and security around the rificed so much, the police, the fire fighters, Resolution 61, the Joint House-Senate resolu- world. May God’s grace be with all of EMS and medical personnel and our own tion expressing the sense of the Senate and those who suffer today, and may God dedicated, committed and very professional the House of Representatives regarding the forever bless our great Nation. Capitol Police. attack on the United States. In addition, I Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. would like to offer my thoughts and prayers to Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- the people and families who have lost or are tinguished gentleman from New York tleman from New York (Mr. WALSH), missing loved ones and to all Americans as the chairman of the Subcommittee on (Mr. REYNOLDS), a member of the Com- mittee on Rules and a deputy whip. we mourn this catastrophic attack on the VA, HUD and Independent Agencies. (Mr. REYNOLDS asked and was American way of life. Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I thank given permission to revise and extend Mr. Speaker, our hearts are heavy. Our the gentleman from New Jersey for his remarks.) minds numbed by the terror and senseless yielding me this time. Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, no tragedy of the attacks that we witnessed in I rise today in solidarity with the words can adequately express this Na- person or in our living rooms in my city and American people and my constituents tion’s sense of loss and outrage over our capital over 36 hours ago. in central New York to condemn this yesterday’s vicious, cowardly attack The death toll has not been tallied. We will brutal act of mass murder committed on two of our country’s most recogniz- likely not know how many innocent lives were against innocent and good American able landmarks, one of which is in my taken from us for some time. We have seen people. home State of New York. the iron clad character of my fellow New York- I will never be capable of under- This was an attack not only on ers and all emergency services workers who standing how anyone could hate so America, but as British Prime Minister responded to these heinous acts of terror— much that they could point a plane full Tony Blair remarked, on the free and giving up their own lives in the hopes of sav- of innocent travelers at a building full democratic world. ing innocent civilians. In particular, I honor all of innocent workers for any reason, po- The death toll of innocent Americans of the police, fireman and emergency service litical, philosophical, religious, or na- will certainly surpass that of Pearl technicians who continue to work to save tionalist. Harbor, and as quickly and as as- lives. We must continue to stand together Our Nation was injured yesterday, suredly as America came together to against this or any other attack on our free- but I believe we will come out of this defeat fascism and imperialism at that dom with untold heroism. stronger. It forces us all to dig deep to time, we must quickly and decisively Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am recall who we are and what we stand come together to defeat this enemy of pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- for, to look back at the values America a free and democratic world. tleman from Texas (Mr. TURNER), my was founded upon, and to draw Many have said that after yesterday, distinguished colleague and good strength from the sacrifices of these the face of America will be changed friend. most recent martyrs for democracy, forever. That may be true, but what Mr. TURNER. Mr. Speaker, yester- and going forward to secure our future will not change is America’s heart, day our Nation was a target of the by fighting back against this invisible America’s character, and America’s most despicable and cowardly acts of enemy and making decisions to ensure continued belief in the principles, terrorism in our history. We come here our safety and our freedom. ideals and values that have made this today, our hearts heavy, with prayers Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am country the freest, most prosperous for healing and comfort for the many pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- Nation the world has ever seen. victims and their families. tlewoman from California (Mrs. Like many in this Chamber and The forces of darkness have broken CAPPS), my dear friend and distin- across America, I await the names of our hearts, but they have not broken guished colleague. the dead, the missing, and the injured our spirit. To the contrary, those who Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, I thank of friends, in both public service and sought to advance their cause by shed- the gentleman for yielding. the private sector, who worked in New ding American blood have instead sown Mr. Speaker, in his extraordinary York’s World Trade Center; and I pray the seeds of their own destruction. book, ‘‘Night,’’ Professor Elie Wiesel for them and their families, all of the The citizens of our Nation are a observed that when events are un- victims and families in New York, the proud and resilient people. For over 200 speakable, it takes some time to find Pentagon, the hijacked aircraft, and years, Americans have fought and died the right words. for those who have put themselves in to protect freedom and liberty. We now Yesterday’s events are unspeakable. harm’s way, our police and our fire- face a new challenge from a faceless Try as we might, we cannot find the fighters, medical and emergency crews, enemy who has absolutely no regard right words to fully express our grief, and countless volunteers, that they for the sanctity of human life. our sympathy, our pain, our outrage. will carry out their mission safely and We cannot and we will not tolerate Words may fail us, but the images of successfully. terrorism. We will find those who are yesterday’s attacks are forever indel- It is true that we have suffered tre- responsible, and we must use the full ible on our minds. We will never forget mendous loss of life and property at strength of our military power against the scenes of planes striking buildings,

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5528 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 huge structures tumbling, our fellow that we are sitting in today? Do we To my colleagues and to all Ameri- Americans lying dead in New York and who labor here owe countless pas- cans, I say that now is not a time to Pennsylvania and at the Pentagon. sengers or crew our very lives? abandon our priorities. As we work to- These are the images I will not for- We will always be grateful for the ef- gether to heal, we must continue to get, but they are not the ones I seek to forts of these men and women who lost look forward and work to ensure a remember. Instead, Mr. Speaker, today their lives in the line of duty who will world safe for our children and grand- I dwell not on the images of yester- not be going home to their families, children. We need to let our grief and day’s villains, but on its heroes; not on and who paid the ultimate price just to our anger and our outrage work for us, the acts of indescribable evil, but of in- help others. We pray for their families not control us. Let us act with the credible humanity. Because through and we pray for their loved ones. careful and considered judgment that yesterday’s darkness and horror came As a Nation, we will mourn the loss we as Americans possess. the bright light of American courage, of our neighbors, family members, and Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. the compelling beacon of goodness and friends, and as a Nation, we will avenge Speaker, I yield such time as he may strength. their deaths. We will not let this des- consume to the gentleman from Cali- We are uplifted by the heroism of picable act go unchallenged. Those re- fornia (Mr. LEWIS), the chairman of the firefighters, police, military personnel, sponsible will pay an awesome price. Subcommittee on Defense of the Com- and emergency workers who plunged In many ways, our Nation will for- mittee on Appropriations. into the carnage and saved many vic- ever be changed by these disasters, but (Mr. LEWIS of California asked and tims. We are inspired by the selfless they will in no way diminish the spirit was given permission to revise and ex- way that strangers reached out and are of the freest people who have ever tend his remarks.) reaching out still to open their arms walked the face of this Earth, the Mr. LEWIS of California. Mr. Speak- and hearts to fellow citizens. American people. er, I rise today joining my colleagues, Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am Democrats and Republicans alike, in b 1830 pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend support of this resolution. We are amazed by the long lines that and colleague, the gentlewoman from Mr. Speaker, the American people need to have formed all over the country of California (Mrs. DAVIS). know just how dangerous today’s world is. Mrs. DAVIS of California. Mr. Speak- people donating their blood. Many have presumed that with the passing of er, I thank the gentleman for yielding Mr. Speaker, yesterday the terrorists the Soviet Union and the East-West confronta- destroyed our buildings and they killed time to me. I rise in strong support of the resolution that peace was at hand. That without many of our brothers and sisters, but these formidable enemies, America no longer they did not destroy the American tion. My heart goes out to everyone who experienced a loss, and to those had to worry about attacks. spirit. They will never defeat our re- still waiting for news about their loved Tuesday’s tragedy sends a message—loud solve. They cannot undermine the prin- ones. To the families of the 278 heroes, and clear—that there are those who have no ciples of freedom and democracy that the firefighters and police who are concern for innocent human life. They will kill undergird our society. missing and presumed dead, I offer my with malice, with no other goal except to prove Mr. Speaker, like so many Ameri- deepest condolences. they can strike at the world’s most powerful cans, I have turned to find strength I also offer my support and praise to symbols of freedom. This was not a political today in scripture. Let me now read the rescue workers and countless vol- statement or a military attack. It was murder, from Isaiah, Chapter 40, Verse 31: unteers who are searching, as we an act that is abhorred by all nations and ‘‘They that wait upon the Lord shall speak, for survivors and victims. Like faiths. We must do whatever is needed to pro- renew their strength. They shall mount many of my colleagues and many tect our homeland from such unconscionable up with wings as eagles. They shall run Americans, my first reaction was to as- criminals. and not be weary. They shall walk and sess the safety of my family, especially Our nation is in shock and mourning. Ameri- not faint.’’ my son, daughter-in-law, and my cans are too big-hearted to understand why a Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. grandson Henry, who live in New York group of inhuman thugs would bring these at- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- City. tacks on thousands of innocent victims. We tinguished gentleman from Florida Though my news was reassuring, will spend this day rallying to support the fami- (Mr. SHAW), distinguished chairman of hundreds, even thousands of people did lies of those who perished and the brave res- the subcommittee. not enjoy that same fortune. Yester- cuers who are desperately trying to find any Mr. SHAW. Mr. Speaker, I thank the day’s tragic events tore at the heart of who might have survived. We will show our re- gentleman for yielding time to me. America’s fabric, and I believe that solve that America will rise to this challenge Mr. Speaker, yesterday Americans every American’s life was affected. It is and overcome it to remain the beacon of lib- were reminded in a very vivid and mor- from that very fabric of community erty and optimism. bid way, and a pitiful way, of the cost that we derive our real strength, not In the days to come, we will dedicate our- of freedom. We were subjected to at- just from our economic energy or from selves to finding who planned and executed tack by faceless cowards who believe our military might. this despicable act, and prove to them that we that our liberty is in some way dan- Mr. Speaker, we are strong and will will do everything in our power to bring them gerous. They could not be more wrong. remain strong. The attacks serve as a to justice and ensure it can never happen But as we have seen in the past, ad- stark reminder of the dangers faced by again. To those who shared the cowardice of versity sometimes brings out the very a free country, and especially by those the hijackers: We will not rest until justice is best in Americans. Ordinary people whose lives are devoted to protecting served. To those who have harbored these turn into heroes. Some we will hear our country, whether at home or criminals in the past or consider sheltering about, others we will never know abroad. We must never forget the them in the future: We will hold you account- about, but the truth is that there were threats that exist. able and make it clear that it is a terrible mis- more acts of heroism yesterday than Anger and rage and evil roam the take to support attacks on America. there were acts of cowardice. Earth, and at times these forces con- For the future, all Americans must realize We know the bravery of the hundreds verge unexpectedly. Yesterday, mil- that our world can never be entirely safe, and of rescue workers, the firefighters, and lions of Americans started their morn- accept that we must commit the resources the policemen who tragically died in ing routine. Americans went to their necessary to meet the threat of those whose New York. We can wonder at the cour- places of work. They boarded airplanes, fanaticism blinds themselves to their humanity. age of the pilot of the flight that just like every other day. Then these I join all of my colleagues in pledging our sup- crashed in Pennsylvania. routines were violently interrupted. port for the President in all of his efforts to Was this crash an act of self-sacrifice Yesterday showcased the worst and protect our citizens. I have every confidence by the pilot, crew, or passengers which best of humanity. The precision strikes that we will work together—that all Americans prevented a repeat of the tragedies at indicate a foe that cleverly calculated will work together—to meet this challenge and the Pentagon and the World Trade Cen- this move against the very heart of our overcome it. ter? Was this plane intended to destroy community. Yet, Americans are able to Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. this magnificent Capitol of democracy rise above the grief and horror. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to my friend

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5529 and colleague, the gentleman from New world, have been brought to bear to Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I thank York (Mr. Boehlert), chairman of the track down these terrorist mass mur- the gentleman for yielding time to me. Committee on Science. derers to their roots. I am confident Mr. Speaker, yesterday was a day (Mr. BOEHLERT asked and was given that the United States of America will from hell, a day when terrorists who do permission to revise and extend his re- be obdurate in exacting justice from not value human life engaged in a de- marks.) those responsible. We each need to do monic act which has touched everyone Mr. BOEHLERT. Mr. Speaker, this what we can in our own way and for in America; indeed, in the world. tragedy was unspeakable, unimagi- our own part. Today, over and over again, in con- nable, unbearable, unbelievable. Sud- For my part, I am determined that trast, we hear our colleagues express denly, we have a sense of being over- the improvements in aviation security, the exhortation ‘‘God bless America.’’ whelmed by a reality that had been in- which I have advocated for more than a And indeed, in the spirit of the Amer- conceivable just yesterday morning. decade, will no longer be turned aside ican people, God has blessed America. All Americans, I think, have reacted by cost concerns of the airlines. We can God blessed us with the courage of the with the same mix of emotions: fear, afford, and Americans are willing to public safety workers, including hun- anger, loss, horror; perhaps most of all pay, not only for an improved system dreds of firemen who plunged into a horror, a horror that keeps creeping of aviation security, but also to assure burning, crumbling building to help back as one tries to return to daily life. that our law enforcement, our intel- people escape, risking their own lives; But this tragedy has also evoked the ligence agencies, and our military have indeed, sacrificing them. best in people as we have united to re- the resources necessary to respond to God blessed America with the com- assure family and friends and neigh- this act and credibly deter future acts passion of the American people across bors and even strangers; as Americans of mass terrorism against our people. our country, giving blood and offering have lined up to donate blood; as New We will be secure within our borders to help in so many ways. Yorkers and Washingtonians and vol- in the United States of America, and God blessed America with the deter- unteers from across the country have we will not cower within our borders, mination of our public servants in this rushed to offer their services and ex- either. building, our Capitol Police, the mili- pertise; as police and firefighters and Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. tary, and so many others who are help- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- other rescue workers have made the ul- ing this government go forth, foiling, tinguished gentleman from Tennessee timate sacrifice. foiling the plot of these terrorists who (Mr. WAMP), a member of the Com- We are going to need more of that in want to create panic in our country mittee on Appropriations and a mem- the days and weeks ahead as the full and stop our government. enormity of this horrific crime hits ber of the Helsinki Commission. (Mr. WAMP asked and was given per- The magnificent city of New York, home, as we figure out how to deal mission to revise and extend his re- which has led our country in so many with the future threats in this wholly marks.) ways, will rise from the ashes like the unfamiliar and unexpected world in Mr. WAMP. Mr. Speaker, we know great Phoenix and will be stronger which we now find ourselves. that fear is one of the most powerful than ever. People across the country But for now, we must concentrate on forces in the world today. Yesterday, all have a special fondness for New recovering emotionally and returning the lowest of the low, the dregs of our York. It is the center of commerce and to daily life. We must, with clarity, as international community, used fear to the arts, and its beautiful and magnifi- Lincoln said, bind up the Nation’s carry out inhumane acts on all of hu- cent diversity is a source of strength to wounds and care for him who hath manity. Today, we claim the truth our great country. The energy of New borne the battle, and his widow, and that one force is greater than fear. York will not be deterred. his orphan. We must pray that some That is love. That will be our message: New York day we will live to see the biblical Throughout the ages, love has con- rising from the Phoenix, leading the re- prophecy fulfilled, the prophecy that is quered fear over and over again. Our covery of our entire country from this the antithesis of care: ‘‘Each shall sit love for our fellow man will overcome terrible tragedy. That is the message under his vine and under his fig tree fear of these outrageous criminals. Our to the cruel, cowardly terrorists: God and none shall be made afraid.’’ love of freedom will overcome our fear has blessed America. They can destroy our buildings, but of tyranny. Our love of country will Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. they cannot destroy our spirit. They overcome our fear of terrorism. Our Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- can bring us to tears; they cannot love of God will overcome our fear of tleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. PITTS), bring us to our knees. Satan himself. Our love of goodness a member of the Committee on Inter- Today, America is united and strong will overcome our fear of evil. Our love national Relations. and determined as we stand tall and of peace will overcome our fear of war. b 1845 face the future. Mr. Speaker, today we stand to- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am gether, our President, the United Mr. PITTS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in pleased to yield 2 minutes to my distin- States Congress, and 270 million peo- support of H.J. Res. 61. guished colleague, the gentleman from ple, mourning those lost, comforting Terrorists have declared war on Oregon (Mr. DEFAZIO). those left behind, praying for our Na- America. What happened yesterday was Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I thank tion at this dark hour. not merely a crime, it was an act of the gentleman for yielding time to me. Yesterday, our House Chaplain, Fa- war. It was a massive attack by a for- Mr. Speaker, it is a bit unusual on ther Daniel Coughlin, prayed that ‘‘In eign power, a terrorist organization on this floor, which usually reverberates God we trust,’’ our Nation’s motto, but American soil. with debate, but I would like to begin that today, may it be our strength. We are used to calling terrorist at- by asking for a brief moment of silence Much of our character has been born tacks the senseless acts of cowards. for the victims, their families, those from adversity. An even stronger But this was a sophisticated, cal- still risking their lives to attempt to America must rise from the ashes of culated and coordinated attack by rescue survivors. these fiery crashes so that good does deadly savages; trained terrorists. The Our first responsibility is to the po- once again triumph over evil. perpetrators knew precisely what they lice, fire, and EMTs still risking their May the peace of God that passeth all were doing, why they were doing it, lives for rescue and recovery efforts. I understanding be with us now and for- and how to do it. have been assured by the administra- evermore. At Pearl Harbor, over 2,000 Ameri- tion that all necessary and available Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very cans were killed in the attack. Many resources have been sent to their sup- pleased to yield 2 minutes to my dear more than that died on Tuesday. Inno- port. friend and colleague, the gentlewoman cent victims perished for no other rea- I further understand that all the re- from California (Ms. PELOSI), the dis- son than that they were Americans. We sources of our combined law enforce- tinguished ranking member of our Per- did not ask for this war. America has ment and intelligence agencies, along manent Select Committee on Intel- worked tirelessly for world peace since with those of our allies around the ligence. its founding; peace in Middle East, in

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5530 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Europe, in Africa, in Asia, and in Latin have not stopped freedom. You have of the House and the Senate in both America. But America stands for more not stopped what a great people have parties, tomorrow I will introduce a than just peace. America stands for spent 225 years building, the light of supplemental appropriations bill that freedom and democracy. hope and humanity and liberty for all would give the President authority to We have proved to the world that the people of the world, the United move strongly, quickly, and swiftly. To freedom and democracy work. But States of America. Those who came be- not only begin to rebuild and recover many haters of freedom remain in the fore us had to fight and die for their from the damages that have been done world. Those who continue to espouse Nation and her freedoms; from Lex- to our people, our friends and our ideologies like radical Islam and Sta- ington and Concord to Gettysburg, neighbors, but also to give him addi- linism despise freedom because they do from the Alamo to Omaha Beach, from tional funding for airport security, not like to be challenged. They cannot the World Trade Center to the Pen- which obviously was violated by these stand the light of day, and so they kill. tagon. hijackers being able to take over four And we are their target because Amer- Now, today, it is up to us, this gen- of our major airline aircraft. He would ica is the preeminent champion of free- eration of the greatest nation on have additional funds for dom. They believe because we are free Earth, to be ready to answer the call counterterrorism activities, and he we are also weak. But they are wrong. for freedom. We are ready to answer would have the money to add addi- We will find out who the terrorists that call. tional assets to hunt down, to search are. We must seek them out and punish Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. out, to find, to discover and to punish them severely. This is no time for a Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gen- those who were responsible for this measured response. This is a time, tleman from Florida (Mr. YOUNG), the dastardly act. without apology, to bring the full distinguished chairman of the full It is my intention, Mr. Speaker, that measure of military force to bear on Committee on Appropriations. on tomorrow morning we will intro- these terrorist organizations. Mr. YOUNG of Florida. Mr. Speaker, duce this bill, and I believe that we will As thousands of bodies are pulled I thank the gentleman for yielding me be able to actually consider it on the from the rubble in New York and Vir- this time, and I want to compliment floor tomorrow before we adjourn for ginia, we are watching more than a him and the ranking member and the the day. I would hope that, and as I lis- tragedy; we are witnesses to a turning chairman of the committee for having ten to the Members who are speaking point in American policy. No longer introduced this resolution. It is impor- out so strongly today, that we will will we coddle terrorists and seek tant that the Congress, the House, the again speak out strongly as we pass merely to bring them into courtrooms. Senate, the President of the United this resolution to guarantee the world Instead, we will treat them as the mili- States speak in one solid voice that we that we as the Congress, the President, tary enemies they are. We will seek will not now or ever tolerate the type all of our people, are together in this justice of the kind seen in war. of terrorist activities that we saw determination; that we are not going On Tuesday, terrorists declared war brought upon our shores yesterday. to take this sitting down, and we are on America. It is a war they will lose. Today, I have had numerous visits going to protect our country and our America will make sure of it. Freedom with those dealing with this tragedy. people from terrorists acts. will prevail. One of the visits I made today was to Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am the Pentagon. I visited there last pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- night. The Pentagon was still burning, tinguished gentleman from South tinguished gentleman from New Jersey and there are still some electrical fires Carolina (Mr. SPRATT), the ranking (Mr. ROTHMAN). today in the Pentagon. But standing member of our Committee on the Budg- (Mr. ROTHMAN asked and was given there in the rubble and recognizing et. permission to revise and extend his re- what happened there, recognizing how (Mr. SPRATT asked and was given marks.) many bodies were still entombed some- permission to revise and extend his re- Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, today where in that building, I might tell my marks.) all Americans must pray with one colleagues that it causes a great emo- Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I thank voice; pray for those innocents killed tional effect on this Member, and I the gentleman for yielding me this in yesterday’s cowardly attacks, for think anyone there. time. those families torn asunder by this I would like to say that the fire- Yesterday, Mr. Speaker, was a dark evil, for those rescuers, police, fire, and fighters, the rescue people who are out day in the history of our country. health workers putting their lives at there, the Red Cross, just everybody in- Today, we are bloodied but not bowed. risk. volved have done a magnificent job in We are a country united. Here in Con- Let us all raise our voices today in trying to deal with this terrible, ter- gress we are neither Democrats nor Re- one American prayer, then we will rible tragedy. publicans, we are Americans, and we bury our dead and we will care for our It is going to be fairly expensive to have closed ranks behind our Presi- injured and all those affected by this rebuild that section of the Pentagon dent. tragedy. We will pick up the pieces as that is going to have to be rebuilt, and We come here in this hallowed hall of one great nation, and together we will Congress has to realize that. As I lis- democracy to express the grief and pro- have our justice with a sure and tened today to all of our Members, found sympathy of the whole country mighty sword. Member after Member standing here in for the victims of yesterday’s heinous To the terrorists who conspired in the well condemning terrorism and attacks and their families, and we this horrific crime and to those who standing strong for our country, become together resolved to see that harbor those terrorists, know this: you cause our country was attacked, this their loss will be avenged and never re- are America’s mortal enemies. Amer- Congress to a man and to a woman, Re- peated. ica is the strongest country in the publican and Democrat, have made a These attacks were not just vicious world. We have the will, the resources, declaration that we are not going to crimes committed against innocent and the power; and we will defeat you. allow this to go by without some im- people. As many have already said, We will hunt you down like the evil mediate reaction from us. they were acts of war against the murderers that you are. The President has asked for some United States of America, and we must In doing so, we will be demanding the funding to deal with the immediate respond accordingly. We should spare assistance of every government in the issues, the immediate damages that no effort in tracking down these cul- world. Those who help us, they will be have been done here at our Pentagon prits and their cohorts, wherever they our friends. Those who do not help us, and in New York, where the terrible take haven, and striking back swiftly we will consider our enemies. tragedy was unbelievable. And I would and severely; so severely that even fa- With one voice, America says to the announce to the Members that, after natics like these see that there is no cowardly terrorists and their sup- having worked with the President’s gain from such violence, not when it is porters, we Americans are still here. budget office today, the President’s of- committed against the United States You have not stopped America. You fice, and with the appropriation leaders of America.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5531 Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. who are shocked and outraged by the terrorist Mr. Speaker, Stewart Meltzer, the Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- hijackings and attacks on the World Trade nephew of Harvey Meltzer, died at the tleman from Virginia (Mr. GOODLATTE), Center and on the Pentagon. World Trade Center yesterday. When a member of the Committees on Agri- With this attack, the United States has en- Harvey called me, as is the case with so culture; Education and the Workforce; tered a new era. We have been thrust into a many of us here with our constituents, and Judiciary. new type of conflict and face an implacable I was stunned and had little that I (Mr. GOODLATTE asked and was enemy who will not hesitate to destroy inno- could say to him. America changed given permission to revise and extend cent life. yesterday, and it is changed for all his remarks.) CIA Director George Tenet has said in testi- time to come. Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Speaker, as mony before Congress that terrorist attacks My overwhelming sense of horror, we adopt this resolution today con- are imminent. It is impossible to predict with grief and, yes, vulnerability cannot demning the attacks against the certainty where or when terrorists might strike adequately be put into words. Obvi- United States, words cannot ade- again. But this incomprehensible tragedy is a ously, my thoughts and fervent prayers quately express the sorrow and anger terrible reminder that we must take the threat are with the friends and families that we feel at this trying time. Our hearts of terrorism seriously. have been touched most personally by Let there be no mistake—the U.S. Govern- grieve for the families of those who these cowardly, cunning attacks. have been lost to these acts of ter- ment will investigate, pursue, and seek convic- b 1900 rorism, but the depth of that grief is tions of the criminals who were behind this cowardly attack. These terrorist attacks were difficult to fully comprehend. Like many Members, I have constitu- The sight of thousands of people truly acts of war, and we will respond force- ents, as I have said, who lost loved ones fully and appropriately. The United States will spontaneously gathering at places of yesterday. My heart aches for them. take action against the terrorists and punish worship yesterday gives us just a My heart aches not only for them but the governments that support and harbor such glimpse of the compassion in the for all America today. We were all vic- criminals. tims yesterday. But we stand here hearts of the folks around the country. We must pull together as a country to grieve But beneath that compassion burns a today to say to the citizens of our Na- for all those we have lost, to care for all those tion and the world at large, America is white hot anger. It burns with a fury who were injured and support all those fami- that begs to be unleashed on the per- taller than the World Trade Center, lies who have been affected by this tragedy. bigger than the Pentagon, and mighti- petrators of this act of war. Because we We must pull together as one people to pro- er than any destructive device. Amer- must make no mistake about it, Sep- tect our nation and our way of life. tember 11, 2001, was the clarion call to America must lead the civilized world in a ica is an idea. This idea will never be arms in a new war against terrorism. It relentless campaign to root out and defeat ter- extinguished by despicable acts of ter- will be unlike any war America has rorists and terrorist states. As we mourn the rorism. Indeed, the resolve of every ever fought. The enemy is nameless, tragic loss of life, the United States must re- American to recommit ourselves to our faceless, and operates without borders. main resolute. Our friends and our enemies ideals will be strengthened forever. We use words like barbaric and cow- alike must be made to understand that we will This is the spirit of America, today, to- ardly to describe this enemy, but we not be deterred from the defense of our inter- morrow and in perpetuity. must also recognize that this evil oper- ests nor shrink from our responsibilities. Today, we say to the rest of the ates with cunning and sophistication. This tragedy calls for the certain and severe world, though the color of our skin and They have the advantage of stealth, punishment of those responsible and requires the religions that we preach may dif- and we must recognize that this enemy a commitment by Americans to address our fer, Americans throughout this great will continue their efforts until they vulnerabilities. We must understand that the country stand united as one against understand that America will never, struggle now upon us may be long and dif- anything that seeks to destroy the lib- ever cease to be a beacon of hope and ficult. Yet, America has always prevailed erty and freedom we enjoy. When freedom to the world. against her enemies and will do so again. American liberty and freedom is To those responsible for these acts of Those of us who have the honor of serving threatened, we do not recoil but we rise evil committed yesterday, look closely our Nation in these hallowed halls of Congress up. Make no mistake, the United at the American faces you see on the have a very difficult job to carry out. We must States will not stand for these types of screen. Look at the firefighters and po- always maintain the magnificence of our Con- attacks on our soil or in other lands. lice who risked and gave their lives stitution while moving forward with the legisla- This is our history, and it is our des- yesterday. Look at the faces of the tive challenge of balancing the need for addi- tiny. medical personnel who work through tional security versus our God given rights and Mr. Speaker, it has been said before the danger and exhaustion to save the rule of law. I believe that our Government but bears repeating today, freedom is lives. Look at the faces of the many has never before been faced with a larger not free. Yes, the cost of our freedom Americans who are waiting in line for challenge than the preservation of the ideals can be steep. In the land of the free and hours to give blood or donate their of this Nation, while still addressing the future. the home of the brave, the pulse of But that is not enough. We must resolve to time and energies to defeating you. America can be felt everywhere we go. fight back against these insane acts by com- And look at the faces here in this It can be felt in the streets of New mitting the country’s full resources in an ag- York where thousands of firefighters, House, united in our resolve. We are de- gressive effort to determine who is respon- fenders of a Nation built on principles police officers, doctors, paramedics, sible, to see that justice is done, and to do ev- and volunteers are working to save the that can never be destroyed and never erything possible to deter such acts in the fu- be extinguished. lives of those who have survived and ture. As former Navy Secretary Richard Dan- recover the bodies of those who have We will find you. We will defeat you. zig pointed out, our memory is long and our perished. It can be felt right here in And at that point, you will know reach is longer. America’s dedication to ensuring that I extend my deepest sympathies to the fami- Washington where the government of freedom and democracy will ultimately lies of the victims, while expressing my grati- this great land continues to work in prevail over evil and terror. tude to all of the emergency and law enforce- this darkest of hours. It can be felt in God bless America. ment personnel and other volunteers, many of the towns and cities throughout the Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield whom have lost their lives to help with our country where Americans refuse to such time as he may consume to the emergency response efforts. stop living their lives in the wake of gentleman from Florida (Mr. BOYD). I urge my colleagues strong support of this yesterday’s terror. (Mr. BOYD asked and was given per- important resolution. Mr. Speaker, as I mentioned earlier, mission to revise and extend his re- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am mere words are not enough to convey marks.) pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- my feelings or the feelings of my col- Mr. BOYD. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- tinguished gentleman from Florida leagues today. However, like Abraham port of H.J.Res. 61. (Mr. HASTINGS). Lincoln said at Gettysburg, ‘‘The Mr. Speaker, yesterday, our great nation Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. United States will guarantee today suffered its greatest tragedy of a single day Speaker, I thank the gentleman for that those who died yesterday will not since the Civil War. I join all other Americans yielding me this time. have died in vain.’’

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5532 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Randy Williamson opened the doors of Commission’s recommendations, significant Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- First Assembly of God Church in steps have been taken to invest and deploy tleman from Indiana (Mr. BUYER), a Hibbing to a steady stream of his con- new techniques and equipment to detect items decorated Persian Gulf War veteran gregation. Most of them, he said, feel it that pose an aviation security threat. and chairman of the Subcommittee on is a wake-up call for our country. It re- Since the passage of the 1996 FAA Reau- Oversight and Investigations of the minds us that life is fragile and that we thorization Act, Congress has provided more Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. are not invincible. I think they are than $350 million for deployment of security Mr. BUYER. Mr. Speaker, the dy- praying that God would have mercy on equipment, and over $250 million in research namic of our Nation has been reshaped us as a country and that our leaders funds. To date, the FAA has installed 92 FAA- by the terrorist attacks of September have wisdom and courage and that certified explosives detection machines at 35 11, 2001. This tragedy not only de- they would think through the situation airports, 553 explosives trace detection destroyed the lives of thousands of inno- and not just act on impulse. vices at 84 U.S. and foreign airports, and 18 cent American civilians but also vio- Mr. Speaker, beyond the anger and advanced technology bulk explosives detec- lated each and every American’s sense the prayer lie some deeper thoughts tion x-ray machines at 8 airports. In addition, of safety and security. about aviation security. On December FAA has deployed 38 computer-based training No longer can we deny the fact that 21, 1988, the world of aviation security device platforms at 37 airports. The airlines there are people in this world who seek was changed forever as a terrorist have also invested heavily in security equip- to violate our cherished ideals of lib- bomb tore apart Pan-Am Flight 103 ment. erty, wise tolerance and an enduring killing all 259 passengers and crew and We have made great strides in aviation se- peace. But those that live under the se- 11 residents of the small town of curity. However, I have long expressed my curity of this Republic are resilient. Lockerbie, Scotland. concern about reports that, although the FAA From the sorrow, confusion and fear That terrorist act propelled the fami- is deploying this much needed equipment, will come resolve, focus and con- lies of those victims on a tireless mis- there is no long-term strategy for integrating fidence. sion, to prevent such future tragedies that equipment into a seamless security sys- We are coming together in service, culminating in the creation of the tem. prayer and dedication to those in need President’s Commission on Aviation It is also of paramount importance to main- and we will persevere. Security and Terrorism, which I au- tain passenger-screening checkpoints and en- To those who committed this horrific thored and on which I served. sure that the screeners who operate them are and cowardly attack, your attack on History, astonishingly, repeated qualified. Millions of passengers and pieces of America and freedom itself has failed. itself with yesterday’s tragic events. baggage pass through our airports each day. With the full force of the United Once again, aviation security was However, high turnover, low wages, and lack States we will find those responsible. changed forever. We are again chal- of adequate training hinder security screener They will be punished severely. lenged to reevaluate the state of secu- performance. Both the General Accounting Of- Nation-supported and subnational rity for domestic and international fice and the Office of Inspector General have terrorism activities constitute an commercial air service. uniformly described security screener perform- asymmetrical threat upon our Nation’s As we set about the task, I urge cau- ance as the ‘‘weak link’’ in aviation system. I security. These terrorists groups are tion in making snap decisions on dras- believe that the FAA and the airlines share the not subject to the traditional calculus tic changes to the aviation security responsibility to ensure optimal performance of of deterrence. laws before we have had the oppor- security screeners. We have also received reports from the Of- We are now at war with terrorism. tunity to fully assess what went wrong fice of Inspector General regarding the ineffec- We must strike these vipers before both in the aviation and intelligence tiveness of FAA’s background investigative they strike again. We must also make communities. procedures, and the vulnerabilities in airport a renewed commitment similar to our Mr. Speaker, the following is infor- access control. investments and policies which worked mation on aviation security: Congress responded to these concerns on to defeat communism. We must work Over the last ten years, we have made two fronts: The Wendell H. Ford Aviation In- to strengthen our national security great strides in enhancing aviation security. In vestment and Reform Act (AIR 21), P.L. 106– system by modernizing and sustaining the Commission’s 1990 Report, we found the 181, authorized $5 million annually for the the U.S. intelligence community so its nation’s civilian aviation security system to be DOT to carry out at least one project to test capabilities and performance will be seriously flawed, and made 64 recommenda- and evaluate innovative aviation security sys- able to cope with the demands and tions to correct those flaws, which culminated tems. The bill also authorizes such sums as challenges of international and domes- in the passage of the Aviation Security Im- may be necessary to develop and improve se- tic counter-terrorism. provement Act of 1990. Six years later, curity screener training programs; and such In our emptiness and in our grief and spurred by initial concerns that a terrorist act sums as are necessary to hire additional in- fear, we must turn to our faith in God was responsible for the TWA 800 explosion, spectors to enhance air cargo security pro- and the faith of this great Nation. We President Clinton organized another commis- grams. will show the world that our ideals will sion, the 1996 White House Commission on Last year, Congress passed the Airport Se- not be compromised by those who be- Aviation Safety and Security, which made 31 curity Improvement Act, P.L. 106–528, which lieve they can scare us into submis- recommendations for enhancing aviation secu- requires criminal history record checks for sion. I truly believe that goodness will rity. Again, Congress acted swiftly and, in the those individuals who apply for a security sen- prevail. God bless America. 1996 FAA Reauthorization Act, included sitive position as a screener or a screener su- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 measures to intensify security. pervisor and adds several crimes to the list of minutes to the gentleman from Min- The universe to be protected is enormous crimes that would disqualify an individual from nesota (Mr. OBERSTAR), the distin- and growing—666 million passenger holding such a position. In addition, the law re- guished ranking member of the Com- enplanements annually, expected to grow to quires the expansion of FAA’s electronic fin- mittee on Transportation. over 1 billion by 2010, with several hundred gerprint transmission pilot project into an avia- (Mr. OBERSTAR asked and was given million pieces of luggage to screen. tion-industry-wide program to allow for quick permission to revise and extend his re- Likewise, the magnitude of the threat is turnaround on criminal background checks, marks.) growing and changing. Between 1961 and and includes provisions to strengthen access Mr. OBERSTAR. Mr. Speaker, all of 1972, there were over 134 domestic hijack- control requirements. us in this body together with our con- ings. In 1972, in response to this rash of hi- The FAA must take a holistic view toward its stituents are attempting to com- jackings, FAA ordered metal detector security responsibilities to ensure that all prehend and give voice to yesterday’s searches of passengers and x-rays of carry on areas of vulnerability are addressed. However, cowardly, merciless, and vicious act of bags. In 1974, the Congress imposed these the airlines and airports also share in that re- terrorism against America and against requirements legislatively with the passage of sponsibility—and they should not put costs humanity. the Anti-Hijacking Act of 1974. above passenger safety. Both anger and prayer welled up in As we installed metal detectors to find guns, We must also be more aggressive in our in- all of us, as the Duluth News Tribune the threat changed to bombs aboard aircraft. telligence gathering, evaluation, and dissemi- headline put so succinctly. Pastor Following Pan Am 103, and based on the nation. This is the most challenging aspect of

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5533 our aviation security network. It is difficult to fornia (Ms. ESHOO), my good neighbor, before the plane hit. This morning penetrate these highly secretive organizations dear friend and distinguished col- when I drove by the Pentagon, it was a that operate on a war-like footing. Counter-ter- league. very real and very different scene. The rorism also requires renewed higher-level co- Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I thank the smoke was still pouring out, and the ordination through Interpol, with our allies, and gentleman from California (Mr. LAN- water was pouring in; but in a glimmer with other nations like Russia and China, as TOS) for yielding me this time. of hope, the American flag continued the PanAm 103 commission recommended Mr. Speaker, we have all come onto to wave on the grounds of the Pen- eleven years ago. The skills of terrorists have the floor of the distinguished House tagon. The American spirit will not be stepped up several levels since the Commis- and looked at whomever is in the chair, disabled. sion’s 1990 report. We must ensure that our and then raised our eyes just a little It is shameful that thousands of counter-intelligence rises to meet that threat. higher and looked at the words that American civilians gave their lives for With the appropriate counter-intelligence ef- are above, ‘‘In God we trust.’’ a cause they did not know, for an issue forts and security implemented to the fullest I think it is very important today for they were not concerned. An attack extent, our citizens can forever enjoy the free- our Nation to look at those words against civilian targets of women and dom of travel that this great nation provides to again and repeat them, either out loud children, mothers and fathers, peaceful the envy of the rest of us world. or silently, as a prayer for our Nation, and without prejudice is beyond com- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. for those whose lives have been taken, prehension in our modern day, civilized Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- in God we trust that they are living in world. tinguished gentlewoman from Illinois the face of God this evening; and to I mourn for the dead and extend my their families, in God we trust; and (Mrs. BIGGERT). sympathy to the families of the af- Mrs. BIGGERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise ourselves, that we will help to heal one flicted. In this hour of bereavement, I today in strong support of House Joint another; and that in God we trust, have extend my gratitude and praise for the Resolution 61. Like most Americans, entrusted our lives in the noble Ameri- men and women who risk their lives cans that we have seen on the face of the very first thing I did as the tragedy and continue to risk their lives to find television that have moved to take unfolded was to call my family to en- the victims and rescue the injured. The sure that everyone was safe, and to as- care of those that have fallen. So in God we trust today in the in- men and women who serve to protect sure them that I was safe. our society cannot pause to grieve, for My heart and my prayers go out to gredients of our democracy, that are imprinted and engraved in the wood of their job is far from complete. To the all those families who did not get that the bench here that surrounds the families who grieve, the citizens who reassuring phone call they hoped for. place where the President comes to ad- serve and a Nation that questions, I Today will be the hardest day for them dress the Nation, and where the Speak- cannot underscore enough the desire of as shock melts to grief, and grief er, in our democracy in this House of this Congress to find the perpetrators makes way for the anger that is sure to Representatives, resides. It says and inflict punishment. come. ‘‘Union,’’ and we believe in our Union. Mr. Speaker, there will be an enor- Today is the hardest day for us as a Mr. Speaker, I recall the ingredients mous price to pay, both to the cowards Nation. As we stated in this resolution, of our democracy. As I say this, the en- behind these horrendous acts and to this day stands as a national day of tire world should pay attention to any nation that harbors them. Yester- unity and mourning. It is not a day for what the ingredients of our democracy day, the United States of America was anger; it is a day of resolve: cold, cal- are: union, and make no mistake about the greatest Nation on the face of the culated, patient and unemotional and it, we are unified; in justice, that is at Earth. universal resolve. the desk, and those who are less than b 1915 In passing this resolution today, animals who have done this to our peo- Today, the United States of America what we as a body say to Americans, to ple will be brought to justice; for toler- is the greatest Nation on the face of the world community, and to those ance, our tolerance as we debate and the Earth, and by the grace of God we who perpetrated or aided these crimes that we will bring tolerance to what will remain so. is simple: never forget and never again. these outcomes are; to liberty and un- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am Never will we forget the terror and derstanding that there are those who pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- tragedy of this day. Just as our chil- have to pay a price for that; and for tlewoman from California (Ms. WOOL- dren and grandchildren ask, Where peace, peace of mind, peace in this were you when Pearl Harbor was land. SEY), my friend and colleague. bombed by Japan or when President Mr. Speaker, in God we trust that we (Ms. WOOLSEY asked and was given Kennedy was shot by Oswald, so too will honor the ingredients, that we will permission to revise and extend her re- will they ask where were we when honor those whose lives have been marks.) America was attacked by the stealth taken, that we honor the Capitol Po- Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I thank enemy of cowardice and terror, now lice tonight, and our staffs, I would the gentleman from California for vanquished. like to thank because they have yielding me the time. Never again will Americans face the worked very hard to take care of us, Mr. Speaker, it is with profound sor- horror and the loss that we feel today. and to all of us we must say in God we row and sympathy that I join my col- Never will we be lulled into a false trust that our deliberations will bring leagues to condemn the horrific acts of sense of complacency that the world is about the results that this magnificent terrorism yesterday in New York City safe or that national security can ever Nation and our democracy deserves. and here in our own Nation’s capital. take a back seat to other more popular Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. On behalf of the people of Marin and priorities. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- Sonoma Counties, I extend condolences Cynics say this is a resolution that is tleman from Colorado (Mr. HEFLEY), a and prayers to those who lost family, nonbinding, that it holds not the member of the Committee on Armed friends, and co-workers. To those in weight of law nor the power of re- Services. our Bay Area community who are sources. Cynics are wrong. Mr. HEFLEY. Mr. Speaker, yester- grieving for their own losses in yester- Mr. Speaker, there is no more impor- day’s devastating terrorist attacks will day’s terrorist attacks, we stand ready tant statement this body has made or forever be seared on our individual and to offer our support and console. To will make that holds the strength and national memories. It was an unreal those who selflessly and bravely offered meaning of our vote today. This meas- and incomprehensible assault on our themselves in our Nation’s greatest ure is more than an expression of sup- people and our Nation. When I awoke time of need, we thank you. port for our people, our values, our this morning, it was with the sad real- Mr. Speaker, we send a message to President. This measure codifies our ization that the attacks of yesterday those guilty of those disastrous acts. commitment and unites us in our actually occurred and claimed so many Our message is that their acts of de- pledge: never forget, never again. innocent lives. stroying the World Trade Center, dam- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 Mr. Speaker, I passed the Pentagon aging the Pentagon, and using U.S. air- minutes to the gentlewoman from Cali- on my way to work just a few minutes lines to carry out their brutal deeds of

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5534 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 death, those actions fully intending to May God’s favor rest upon this Con- better manage time, the Chair wishes destroy our democracy through terror, gress and upon this people. to inform Members that the gentleman death, and disability will not succeed. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am from New Jersey (Mr. SMITH) has 50 This Nation’s steadfast determination pleased to yield 21⁄2 minutes to the gen- minutes remaining, the gentleman to support democracy will not bow to tlewoman from California (Ms. from California (Mr. LANTOS) has 31 terrorism. SANCHEZ), my friend and colleague. minutes. We will instead reach out, reach out Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. to the victims and their families. We the gentleman from California for Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- will rebuild our cities and we will re- yielding me the time. tinguished gentleman from Missouri build our confidence. We will not let Mr. Speaker, yesterday Americans (Mr. GRAVES), a member of the Com- the forces of evil prevail or go were both dumbfounded and outraged. mittee on Agriculture. unpunished. The scenes which were played out over (Mr. GRAVES asked and was given Yet, as we try to make sense of yes- and over on television were something permission to revise and extend his re- terday’s senseless activities, we will re- we are accustomed to seeing from Hol- marks.) member that our Nation’s response to lywood, not something that happens Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I rise these acts will also leave an indelible here in America. Surely these scenes today in support of this resolution. mark on the American people. Deter- could not occur in two of the most im- This is a solemn moment in our Na- mining an appropriate response and portant cities we have, New York and tion’s history. American men and bringing those responsible for the at- Washington, D.C., the symbols of cap- women, civilians and soldiers, fire- tacks to justice means that we must italism and freedom. But they did. fighters and police, mothers and fa- temper our absolute resolve with wis- Witnessing the horrific events of yes- thers, were slain yesterday for a cause dom, and Mr. Speaker, I have complete terday, I am proud to tell you that my so terrible, so heinous, and so des- confidence that America will rise to faith in America is strong and that my picable that we find it completely un- the challenge. belief in tomorrow is even stronger. imaginable. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. The United States is mightier than any Today, we struggle as a Nation to Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- group of terrorists. We have resolve find meaning and hope in a seemingly tinguished gentleman from Nebraska and reassurance that our unity is hopeless and meaningless act. In the (Mr. OSBORNE), a member of the Com- strong and our patriotism can never be days to come, America will be united, mittee on Agriculture. doubted. shoulder to shoulder, in a struggle to Mr. OSBORNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in I will not allow the spirit of democ- meet the challenges of a world that is support of the resolution. racy to be destroyed. We will stand tall When examined in the context of his- a little less safe, a little scarier and far as Americans together, black and tory, yesterday will prove to be the less predictable. Nevertheless, we will white, rich and poor, Democrats and most tragic single day in the history of unite to comfort our families, our the United States. Republicans, to ensure that an event neighbors and our friends who have It has been my experience that true such as this never occurs again on our lost their lives, their loved ones, and character is revealed most clearly in land. their friends through these acts of ter- times of crisis. As we recover from this As a member of the Committee on rorism. We will unite, resolved to find event, our character as a Congress and Armed Services and its terrorism the terrorists and those that harbor a Nation will be demonstrated. There panel, I will stand with our President them so we can bring them to justice. will be several parameters that will be to locate the cowards who harbored We will unite in retaliation for a war particularly revealing. and funded these suicide pilots. Just as that has been brought to our soil. And, First, we can be divided, cast blame, importantly, I will continue to strong- Mr. Speaker, we will prevail. point fingers and dissolve into par- ly support more funding for counter- Our Nation will rebuild what these tisanship, or we can unify, pull to- intelligence activities and fighting ter- terrorists have torn down. We will gether, and strive to be one Nation. rorism both domestically and abroad. renew our faith that has been tested. The whole is always greater than the It is really unfortunate that it took a And we will renew our determination sum of its parts. Unity of purpose is terrible tragedy like the one yesterday and our spirit that has been weakened critical. to force policymakers to rethink our but not broken. We will come together Second, we can become hesitant and priorities, and yet I know I am safe in and renew our love for our country and fearful or we can show great courage. saying that none of my colleagues for our fellow Americans. We will never The President’s declaration that those want to see a repeat of yesterday. forget those that we have lost, nor will who harbor terrorists will be treated as So how can the mightiest, the we forget the commitment we have terrorists is significant. Our pursuit of wealthiest Nation in the world prevent made to them and their loved ones to those responsible for the attack must such an attack in the future? The first bring their attackers to justice. be focused and relentless. Yet we must step is to take a look at our priorities Mr. Speaker, God bless the families be certain that innocent people are not and make it an order that will reflect and children grieving across this great harmed in the process. our desires to protect American citi- Nation today. Third, adversity is a great teacher. zens. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- We can learn from this event and be- I firmly believe that the biggest risk lighted to yield 2 minutes to the gen- come a more vigilant and better pre- to our country, to all Americans, is not tlewoman from California (Ms. HAR- pared Nation. It is critical that we cor- some missile from some rogue Nation MAN). rect flaws in our national security. It but terrorism. (Ms. HARMAN asked and was given is equally important that these correc- Make no mistake, Mr. Speaker, both permission to revise and extend her re- tions are made without acrimony and are threats, but as a country we need marks.) in a constructive atmosphere. to get our priorities right. We need to Ms. HARMAN. Mr. Speaker, I thank Fourth, we can demonstrate the vi- devote more funds to counterintel- my colleague for yielding me this time. tality of our faith or we can yield to ligence support and infrastructure and My generation lost its innocence cynicism and despair. education of terrorist activities. Yes- when President John F. Kennedy was It has often been said that America is terday was an assault on the freedom assassinated. With yesterday’s events, great because America is good. We of every American, and we must come our children and our grandchildren lost were founded as one Nation under God, together and offer our support. their innocence. My 16-year-old daugh- and our faith in God has undergirded Today, we grieve those who have lost ter asked me last night how we could our Nation since its inception. Hope- their lives. As we pray for their fami- live in a country where planes crash fully an event such as this will under- lies, we speak in one voice to condemn into buildings. My response, until yes- score our reliance upon a power beyond these attacks. Today, the healing must terday, we didn’t. Now we do. How we our own and will lead to a renewed begin. respond to yesterday will measure us, dedication to serving and honoring God The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Mr. Speaker. I want to applaud our col- with all that we have been given. SWEENEY). In order for the managers to league who urged us yesterday to pray

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5535 for the wisdom to make the right deci- Yesterday, we saw the worst of hu- Today we join in subscribing to that sions. It matters what we do and how manity. But it is the better angels of same oath. we do it. our nature that will prevail. Terrorism Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Let us start with how. We must be bi- tries to defeat us with fear. Judging by Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- partisan, balanced, and calm. Panic the response of all Americans, fear is tleman from Mississippi (Mr. WICKER), and partisanship are our enemies. And not winning. a member of the Committee on Appro- as one colleague said this morning, the b 1930 priations and, of particular note, the Constitution of the United States must Subcommittee on Foreign Operations. not be our next casualty. I returned to work today, as did all Mr. WICKER. Mr. Speaker, on Tues- What. We must take bold steps, in- Americans, confident that the United day, September 11, 2001, a dark cloak of cluding, first, restructuring our defense States of America is as strong as ever. terrorism fell across the United States and intelligence budgets to meet the We are bloodied, but unbowed. Now is with the brutal and heinous attacks on real threats of the 21st century, not the the time for us as a Nation to stand to- our country. The Nation watched in outdated threats of the 20th. Second, gether and prove that the principles for horror as events unfolded and Ameri- give first priority to counterterrorism, which we stand are stronger than the cans faced the harsh reality of terror prevention being the most important forces that would destroy them. right on our own doorstep. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am goal. Our arsenal to prevent terrorism In the shadow of the Statue of Lib- pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- includes diplomacy, human intel- erty, thousands of people lie in the rub- tinguished gentleman from Texas (Mr. ligence and state-of-the-art tech- ble. In the still smouldering center of nology. Third, strengthen efforts to DOGGETT). Mr. DOGGETT. Mr. Speaker, against our national defense headquarters, train and equip responders at the local, many are still unaccounted for. State and Federal level. New York City this backdrop of an unfolding and unforgettable horror, we draw our loved Our hearts and prayers go out to did a magnificent job. So did the Cap- those victims and their families. The itol Police. And, fourth, respect the ones a little closer. Let our prayers comfort those in pain and our grati- surest consolation for those left be- civil liberties and intelligence of Amer- hind, and indeed for all of us, can be icans. We are a generous, courageous tude sustain those who rescue and protect and heal. As our grief yields to found in the confident knowledge that and resilient Nation. Given informa- the blessings of this Nation, life, lib- tion, resources and leadership, the anger, we unite in support of a swift response, commensurate to the evil, tar- erty, and freedom, will endure. American people will rise to any chal- One of our most treasured symbols of lenge and fight down any assault to geted against the guilty, sufficient to deter others who would visit terror on freedom is the Statue of Liberty. In- take from us our way of life. scribed in the pedestal are these words We will defeat terrorism. We will our shores. The words of President Bush have of hope, written in a different era, but honor the memories of my constitu- which are appropriate today. They are ents, Raytheon executives Peter Gay been well chosen; his response has been firm, but measured. All of us want to taken from President Franklin Roo- and Stanley Hall, and Boeing employ- sevelt’s State of the Union message ees Chandler Keller and Rubin Ornedo, join our President with a bipartisan display of national unity, just as we less than 1 month after the bombing of all passengers on American Flight 77. Pearl Harbor: ‘‘Liberty is the air Amer- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. did last evening on the steps of this ica breathes. In the future days, which Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- Capitol. As President Bush well under- we seek to make secure, we look for- tinguished gentleman from Michigan stands, nothing good would be accom- ward to a world founded upon four es- (Mr. KNOLLENBERG), a member of the plished by attacking the innocent sential freedoms: freedom of speech, Subcommittee on Foreign Operations based on mere suspicion. of the Committee on Appropriations. In today’s world, there can be no ab- freedom of worship, freedom from Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, I solute security, no impenetrable ‘‘For- want, freedom from fear.’’ rise today to offer on behalf of the peo- tress America.’’ For as long as tyrants Mr. Speaker, Americans today yearn ple of the 11th Congressional District exist, they will challenge and demonize to be free of fear, to believe these ter- of Michigan our thoughts and prayers the United States because of our ideas rorist attacks were an isolated incident for each and every one affected by the of freedom and liberty. We can only which will not happen again. Yet we tragedy. Words alone cannot express dedicate ourselves to determining how have no such guarantee. the sorrow that America feels. Nor can this terrible attack occurred, redouble Americans should know that the words express the anger America feels. our efforts to protect our families from forces of evil which perpetrated these These attacks were a cowardly assault the greatest dangers, and ensure that acts may make further attempts on on innocent Americans, and this will only the guilty bear our retribution. our soil. These forces are not readily not stand. As we renew our declaration of war identifiable. As the President said this Make no mistake, these attacks were against terrorism, we know that if our morning, ‘‘The American people need an act of war. All of us stand firmly be- enemies could be easily vanquished, to know that this is a different enemy hind the President in his efforts to they would already be gone; if we could than we have ever faced.’’ identify and punish the perpetrators of buy our way out of such tragedies, the Mr. Speaker, that is why the United these evil deeds. No one will rest until dollars would already have been spent. States must candidly acknowledge that justice is done on those who committed More money may be needed for some more resources must be devoted to our these heinous crimes and on those who purposes, but a blank check is no sub- intelligence and defense operations to provided aid and comfort to those stitute for policies that are sound, well defend against this new type of war- criminals. coordinated and effectively imple- fare. America will respond swiftly, de- Let me be clear. America’s relation- mented. cisively, and with force to these acts of ships with our allies and those who Certainly the lessons we learn in this war on our homeland; but we must would be our allies will be defined by kind of situation and the memories we also, to the best of our ability, make their reactions to these events and take away are very individual. As I the necessary preparations to protect their support for our efforts to bring passed the Tidal Basin yesterday and our country from the threat of this new these terrorists and their accomplices witnessed the smoke rising from be- warfare in the future. to justice. hind the Jefferson Memorial coming We stand united as a Congress and as Our Nation’s capital has suffered as from the still-burning Pentagon, I will a country to defeat our enemies and to well. I have been in touch with the concede to being moved by the jux- preserve our freedom, now and forever. city’s leadership to assess their needs. taposition, the gray smoke from the May God grant us the resolve, the As chairman of the Subcommittee on Pentagon against this classic white courage, and the national determina- the District of Columbia of the Com- marble structure where the words of tion to overcome this tragedy. mittee on Appropriations, I will do Jefferson are inscribed: ‘‘I have sworn Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am what I can to ensure that it has the re- upon the altar of God eternal hostility pleased to yield 3 minutes to my friend, sources it needs to be as safe as pos- against every form of tyranny over the the gentlewoman from Texas (Ms. sible. mind of man.’’ JACKSON-LEE).

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5536 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 (Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas asked safe and proud when her classmates, to acts of heroism. I would like to especially and was given permission to revise and children of all colors, creeds and na- recognize the selfless heroism of the many extend her remarks.) tional origins, came together as Ameri- thousands of New York City and National Po- Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. cans and drew strength from their col- lice, Fire Department and emergency service Speaker, I thank the distinguished gen- lective diversity and richness. We must workers throughout this tragedy. I thank the tleman for yielding me time, and I not forget our children. men and women of the U.S. military. They thank the chairman. As the people of this country and the have worked and continue to work through the Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the con- nations of the world look upon this most dangerous and catastrophic event in stituents of the 18th Congressional Dis- House, let me join my colleagues in American history. To those who have made trict, I offer my deepest sympathy. stating unequivocally that this Nation the ultimate sacrifice while saving the lives of Today, Mr. Speaker, I am as proud to is one of one mind and one voice in this others, and to their families, I say to you be an American as ever, because we are time of tragedy. I will support the ‘‘Thank you, and God bless you. Your faith not afraid. However, I do want to ex- President and will work to ensure that and commitment to democracy and to the press my deep pain and sadness regard- all available resources are devoted to- sanctity of human life will make us all safer, ing the tragic events that took place ward finding and holding accountable healthier, and better able to serve those on United States soil yesterday morn- those individuals responsible for this around the world who thirst, above all else, for ing. blow to world citizenship. freedom, democracy, and peace.’’ The aggressive and unwarranted seiz- Might I also say that we must act As Co-Chair of the Congressional Children’s ing of civilian airplanes originating at now. How will we act? Congress will Caucus, I am amazed and impressed by the airports in Newark, Boston, and Wash- act to provide the resources to stamp efforts made by American children to help ington, resulting in violent attacks and out terrorism. We will, however, adhere each other cope with this horrible tragedy. A explosions at the World Trade Center, to the rule of law. I will ask for an im- member of my staff’s younger sister, a 14 year the Pentagon and rural Pennsylvania, mediate assessment of the security old from New York City, recalled the dual have shocked the Nation and the world. structure at our Canadian border. Fi- shock of the events she experienced at a I would also like to express my deep- nally, we should move to convene a nearby school yesterday. She explained that est sympathies to the families and meeting with all the adoption and fos- one of her friends had lost his father who was friends of those involved in this horror ter care agencies to ensure that the travelling on the plane that was crashed into of horrors. I hope that all Americans children who have lost their parents the first World Trade Center tower. Another of upset by this tragedy have and will will be taken care of. her friends lost both of her parents who went find solace in churches, mosques, syna- Finally, we may walk through the to work in the World Trade Center yesterday gogues, temples, or any place where valley of the shadow of death, but we morning, but will never return home. Despite peaceful people might congregate to will have no fear and we will fear no the magnitude of this human tragedy, I am share their shock and sadness. This evil. God Bless America and the Amer- moved by this young girl’s optimistic perspec- weekend, I call for Americans to wor- ican people. tive of these events which she experienced ship in unity together, praying for the Mr. Speaker, I would like to express my first-hand. She explained that although her life will of our Founding Fathers. deep pain and sadness regarding the tragic and world have forever changed because of At a time like this, individuals who events that took place on United States soil this great tragedy, she felt safe and proud think little about the tenets and prin- yesterday morning. These aggressive and un- when her classmates, children of all colors, ciples that undergrid this government warranted attacks on civilian airplanes origi- creeds, and national origins came together as and this Nation are reminded of the nating at airports in Newark, Boston, and Americans and drew strength from their collec- values of freedom and democracy we Washington, and explosions at the World tive diversity and richness. citizens of the United States so often Trade Center, Pentagon and rural Pennsyl- In this darkest hour of our great Nation, per- take for granted. We will also never vania have shocked the nation and the world. haps our greatest pillar of strength derives forget our loyalty to the rule of law. I would also like to express my deepest from our children who have endured and will It is important when the comfort of sympathies to the families and friends of those continue to endure for all of us here in Amer- this Nation is shaken and we can see involved in this horror of horrors. I know that ica and around the world. We must make what we appear to have lost, we then many Americans lost some of the most impor- every effort to ensure that these young people realize how great a nation the United tant people in their lives yesterday, and I know receive the support and care they need to en- States is and how we must truly love that mere words cannot express their pain. I sure that they never turn a hostile face toward our country. Thank you, warriors of hope that all Americans upset by this tragedy the world that has taken so much from them. charity, our firefighters and police, have found solace in Churches, Mosques, As the people of this country and the na- emergency workers and the U.S. mili- Synagogues, Temples, or any place where tions of the world look upon this House, let me tary, in New York and Washington and peaceful people might congregate to share join my colleagues in stating unequivocally the Nation, for your selflessness. their shock and sadness. All Americans are that this nation is of one mind and one voice As chair of the Congressional Chil- stunned at the magnitude of damage, the ob- in this time of tragedy. I support the President dren’s Caucus, I am amazed and im- vious and extreme loss of life, and the uncer- and will work to ensure that all available re- pressed by the efforts made by the tainty of huge totals regarding loss of life that sources are devoted toward funding and hold- American children to help each other we face in the days and weeks to come. ing accountable those individuals responsible cope with this horrible tragedy. A At a time like this, individuals who think little for this blow to world citizenship. member of my staff’s younger sister, a about the tenets and principles that under-gird The nations of this world should understand 14-year-old from New York City, re- this government and this nation are reminded both our determination to find the patrons of called the dual shock of the events she of the values of freedom and democracy we these heinous acts, and our collective faith experienced at a nearby school. She ex- citizens of the United States so often take for that we will pursue this goal with the integrity plained that one of her friends had lost granted. When the comfort of this nation is and conviction that the gravity of the situa- his father who was traveling on the shaken, and we can see what we appear to tion—and that the principles and Constitution plane that was crashed in the first have lost, we then realize how great a nation that have shaped this great Nation—require. World Trade Center tower. Another of the United States is and how much we truly In pursuing the criminals and their conspira- her friends lost both of her parents, love our country. Perhaps this is but a function tors who carried out this attack on our nation, who went to work in the World Trade of God’s Grace toward our nation, because we will not, however, proceed with disregard Center yesterday morning, but will when faced with tragedies like those which un- of either international or U.S. Law. It is cen- never return home. folded yesterday, Americans are reminded not trally important that this nation proceed hand Despite the magnitude of this human of kings and aristocrats, but of the constant in hand with the rule of law. The world must tragedy, I am moved by this young struggle of American citizens of all races, col- know that these are not the acts of a vengeful girl’s optimistic perspective of these ors, religions, and national origins fighting for nation. Instead, we must act with the convic- events which she experienced firsthand. freedom, equality, and justice for all. tion and certainty the laws created under our She explained that although her life As America watched the events unfold on Constitution allow. and world have forever changed be- television, we saw countless examples of this We are determined to proceed not with cause of this great tragedy, she felt collective American spirit animating individuals reckless abandon, mistrust, and xenophobia,

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5537 but rather with calm, focused energy directed man and the ambulance driver. But the Mr. LAMPSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise at the culprits of this terrible crime against the sheer magnitude of what they did in today with a heavy heart to express for United States. We understand that those re- New York and the Pentagon charges the people of Southeast Texas and for sponsible for this attack on United States’ soil again our admiration for their service myself our sympathy for those who are zealots and extremists who have per- to mankind, service to their commu- have lost loved ones in the horrible verted a religion based on peace for their own nities, and, yes, service to our country. tragedy our country suffered yester- twisted political ends. So, with their efforts, we fulfilled and day. As we move forward in our pursuit of jus- are still fulfilling the three charges I have received many messages of tice, we must also be mindful not to assign that are made to the American people well wishes and sympathy from con- collective guilt on any one group among us. I and to the American government: one, stituents and friends literally around know that at times such as these people have to take care of our wounded, our cas- the world. A member of the French a tendency to generalize, stereotype, and sin- ualties; number two, to prepare for re- parliament, for example, asked me to gle out individuals who have had no hand in structuring of the damage that was please transmit his profound sym- these heinous acts. I have heard reports of done by these terrorists; and, number pathies to the U.S. Congress and the Muslim schoolchildren being harassed by oth- three, as everyone agrees, to bring the American people. ers who misunderstand the complexities in- culprits to justice. We thank you all for your prayers volved in fighting religious terrorists. We must America has its priorities already and support. The United States of be sure to help Americans turn away from set, and they were placed in order by America is strong, and will not be such hateful and hurtful behavior, lest they the valiant work of the firefighters and shaken by such a cowardly act which lead to even more violence and divert us from those who went to the aid of others. killed so many of our countrymen. our purpose. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am But, Mr. Speaker, I want to talk The United States will act against the zeal- pleased to yield such time as he may about a slightly different message than ots that committed these crimes in a manner consume to the gentleman from Wash- my colleagues have spoken of so far, a that eliminates their effectiveness and denies ington (Mr. MCDERMOTT). message about children. As adults, we them martyrdom. We will also act against third (Mr. MCDERMOTT asked and was have the ability to process this tragedy party governments who give shelter and aid to given permission to revise and extend much differently than how our young these international criminals at the expense of his remarks.) children do. As Chairman of the Congressional their peaceful and law-abiding citizens. My fel- Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I Caucus on Missing and Exploited Chil- low Americans, the United States will act to rise in support of the resolution. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, for the first time in dren, I wanted to ask the citizens of defend itself against all threats, foreign and our country to be particularly sen- domestic, because we believe to the utmost in 187 years, we have been attacked in the continental United States. In 1814, during the War sitive to our children’s needs and to the peace of nations and peace between all give them an opportunity to discuss members of the human family. of 1812, both the White House and the Capitol were set on fire and nearly totally destroyed. freely their feelings. The people of the United States are peace- As adults, we need to be calm and fo- ful, and above all else, we have faith in the In the time between, buttressed by two enormous oceans, Americans felt an enor- cused for the children. We need to re- freedom and justice that we no longer have ceive support from other adults, so the luxury of taking for granted. We will allow mous sense of security. Today, that feeling is gone. It will be a very, very long time before that we are able to effectively guide this faith to guide the instruments of the our children. We must talk with our United States and the citizens of this nation we feel safe again, like before! We grieve—not only for the thousands who kids and listen to them, find out what who will respond to the calls for justice that died yesterday—but for ourselves. their fears are, what their concerns echo from around the world. Like Psalm 23, Our natural human response is—first de- are, and then try to address them as di- this nation walked through the ‘‘Valley of the nial—then apathy—and then rage. rectly and as calmly as possible. We Shadow of Death’’ yesterday. This nation, The United States is the greatest, most must try to reassure them that there however, ‘‘fears no evil,’’ for the strength of powerful nation in the world—a nation that are adults there to help them and to our convictions and the Grace of God comfort cannot allow itself to react irresponsibly, protect them, and, after giving them us, and we have emerged stronger and more against innocent people, out of an act of rage. time to talk and to share, to return determined than ever. America must be careful in its response. them to their regular routine of school. The United States is faced with great chal- Our prayers go out to the victims and fami- Our children are worth the time that lenges as we move forward from this day of lies of the thousands who were senselessly we take to do this, and it is indeed im- national emergency. We shall continue to pray killed and injured. Our nation is committed to portant. and heal, even as we pursue the authorities of eradicating terrorism and bringing those who Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the po- darkness and zealotry to the ends of the orchestrated this atrocity to justice. lice, the firefighters, the emergency earth. As we proceed, let us be forever re- We must not act in haste—by rushing to act personnel and the magnificent citizens minded of the words of Isaiah 40:31; ‘‘But they out our vengeance against fellow Americans— who sacrificed their lives or who are that wait upon the Lord shall renew their because America is the world’s greatest melt- still helping in this disaster. My heart strength; they shall mount up with wings as ing pot, and in today’s society, we simply can- and the hearts of my constituents go eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and not guess at an individual’s country of natural out to the people of New York and of they shall walk, and not faint.’’ origin by their appearance. We have to make Washington, D.C. I urge my fellow citi- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. sure that we make war on terrorism—not on zens to support our President as we Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- Arabs! take swift and decisive action against tleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. We must make a further distinction between the persons who perpetrated this tre- GEKAS), the distinguished chairman of the war on terrorism and the war on Ameri- mendously horrendous act of cow- the Subcommittee on Immigration and cans of Near or South Asian descent. There ardice. Claims of the Committee on the Judici- have been many references to a second Pearl Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to ary. Harbor, and while the shock and anger cer- support this resolution, and I ask that Mr. GEKAS. Mr. Speaker, I thank tainly are similar and warranted, that anger God bless America. the gentleman for yielding me time. should not be directed towards our neighbors Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Mr. Speaker, we Members of Congress in ethnic communities across the country. We Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- could not have been totally surprised do not need the attitudes that will lead to a tinguished gentleman from California by the swiftness with which the fire- second wave of internment camps. (Mr. MCKEON), a member of the Com- fighters and ambulance drivers and po- We must set an example to the world. mittee on Armed Services. lice people and hospital people rushed Americans will not lower themselves to the Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, I rise in to the scene, both in New York and at mentality of a lynch mob. strong support of this resolution. My the Pentagon. We should not be sur- We must not make a mistake in our re- thoughts and sympathies go to those prised, because we have seen instances sponse. who have lost family members and in our own districts, dozens of times, Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 loved ones to this dastardly deed. time and time again, of the valiant minutes to the gentleman from Texas Yesterday morning, while I prepared work of the firefighter and the police- (Mr. LAMPSON). to come to the hill, I watched in horror

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5538 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 on the television as the World Trade Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak yesterday in acts of cowardly violence. Center burned. about yesterday’s outrageous attack I urge all Americans to continue to lift up prayers for the families and friends b 1945 on America. First and foremost, I want to express my sympathy and condo- of those whose lives were viciously Then a second plane I saw fly delib- lences to the victims of these attacks taken. erately into the second tower. And as I and to their families. Their unimagi- These evil acts against the American was watching that, I heard of the third nable suffering that they have been people will strengthen the resolve of plane crashing into the Pentagon. forced to endure will forever give them the United States in our commitment I, along with the rest of the Nation, a unique place in America’s collective to freedom and liberty, the principles was riveted to the news for the rest of hearts. We pray that the good Lord, in upon which our Nation was founded. the day. Words cannot describe the his mercy, will comfort the innocent The American people will not flinch, feelings I had as I saw those towers and help them find a path to persever- but will respond with all strength and crumble. Through the immense devas- ance. We resolve that their loss will unity against these cowards and their tation, I saw the efforts of many Amer- never be forgotten in this country supporters. The resolve of the Amer- icans to save and help those victims where we share their deep grief. ican people and our military might is who were suffering so tremendously. I commend the many acts of heroism united in hunting down everyone in- Many of those heroes became victims performed by civilians, police, fire- volved in this tragic act of war against themselves. fighters, and countless others. The re- the American people. Anyone who was Mr. Speaker, I have heard a lot of sponse of the American people has been connected in any way with these ter- talk since then about what we are overwhelming, as people give their rorists shall receive the full brunt of going to do; but in the last few years time, their prayers, and their blood to our justice. They will rue the day they that I have been here in Congress, we assist our fallen brothers and sisters. conceived this act of violence. have suffered other terrorist attacks Americans of all walks of life have I call upon my colleagues and all and all we have done is talk. This has shown their true colors in this crisis, Americans to join President Bush as to stop. This time, we have to retali- and those colors are unmistakably red, we stand together in unity against ate; and we have to do so so strongly white and blue. those who senselessly took the lives of that no one will dare attack us on our Yesterday, we witnessed multiple countless American men, women, and homeland again. acts of extreme cowardice, precipitated children. This terrorist action amounts Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield by individuals so twisted with hate as to a declaration of war on innocent ci- such time as he may consume to the to slaughter innocent citizens, men, vilians and will not be allowed to gentleman from Arizona (Mr. PASTOR). women and children who have done stand. May God sustain us through our (Mr. PASTOR asked and was given them no harm and posed them no hour of need and give us wisdom to do permission to revise and extend his re- threat. The people of this country feel what is right. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am marks.) these attacks deeply because we know pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- Mr. PASTOR. Mr. Speaker, I would that the target of those assaults were tleman from Florida (Mr. DEUTSCH), like to express my condolences to the every man, woman and child in this victims and my support for all of the my distinguished colleague. country. Freedom itself and our way of Mr. DEUTSCH. Mr. Speaker, this is people who are rescuing, and I join my life came under attack yesterday, and President in resolving to join him in my 10th year in this Chamber; and I we must answer that call to protect will tell my colleagues that I still have finding those people who perpetrated our citizens. this crime. goose bumps when I walk into this President Roosevelt correctly stated, Chamber every day, even after 10 years, Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart ‘‘We, born to freedom and believing in because we are part of not just the and a deep resolve. I rise in support of this freedom, are willing to fight to main- greatest Chamber in the history of the Resolution. tain that freedom. We, and all others world, but the greatest country in the Like all other Americans, and many from who believe as deeply as we do would history of the world. other countries around the world, I am sad- rather die on our feet than live on our Over 300 years ago, people left their dened by the events of yesterday. Our hearts knees.’’ homeland and some of them landed on weep for the victims and families of this hor- America stands today bruised and the tip of Manhattan, not far from rendous attack. Our hearts weep for our na- bloodied, but she stands nonetheless. where the World Trade Center was de- tion. And our hearts weep for our civilization. America stands unbowed. We will re- stroyed; and those were early pioneers But, just as Americans of past generations cover from this assault. We will bury in the creation of America, the oldest have stared down the grisly realities of mali- our dead. We will rebuild. And we will democracy in the history of the world, cious and wanton aggressions upon our free- fight to maintain our freedom. a country unique in world history for dom, our livelihood, and our way of life, so we Our enemy in this war may be elu- many reasons. Yesterday was a day will rise up to denounce, withstand, and battle sive, but he is not invisible. Our enemy that is part of our history now. We this atrocity. may be sophisticated, but he is not in- have faced challenges as great as what Let no one throughout the world misunder- vincible. Our enemy is certainly ruth- we face at this point in our history, stand America’s resolve to end the senseless less, but he will know America’s re- and we have met every one of those carnage that we observed yesterday. Let no solve. The people of America want an challenges. I have no doubt that we one throughout the world misunderstand end to this threat; and by joining to- will meet this one as well. America’s spirit to defend democracy and free- gether, we can and will do it. Mr. Speaker, there are many analo- dom. Let no one throughout the world mis- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. gies about Pearl Harbor. I had the op- understand America’s will to prevail. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- portunity to visit Pearl Harbor for the It is a time of sadness and a time of chal- tinguished gentleman from Florida first time this past July. I read a little lenge in our nation. We will continue to re- (Mr. WELDON), a member of the Com- bit about the history, both before and member and revere those who perished. But mittee on Science, Committee on Fi- after Pearl Harbor. I think in time, we will also meet this challenge with the con- nancial Services, and the Committee people will read about the history of viction and the courage that has made our na- on Government Reform. yesterday, as well, in the same context. tion the shining symbol of freedom throughout Mr. WELDON of Florida. Mr. Speak- The Japanese might have thought that the world. er, I thank the gentleman for yielding they had the strategic advantage and Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- me this time. made a policy-correct decision in that lighted to yield 2 minutes to the gen- I rise in support of the resolution. attack, but the history is clear. It was tleman from North Carolina (Mr. Words can never be found to fully ex- an incredible strategic failure. Just as ETHERIDGE), my good friend and col- press the sorrow we share for the the action of yesterday, I think for league. many, many innocent men, women, sure, history, in time, will show it an Mr. ETHERIDGE. Mr. Speaker, I and children who lost their lives and absolute colossal strategic failure. thank the gentleman for yielding time for their families. The lives of thou- This Congress, I do not know if by to me. sands of innocent civilians were taken our actions will, in fact, declare war on

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I believe that Unfortunately, yesterday’s events pleased to yield 2 minutes to my distin- that is what we should do, whether by are a stark reminder of the dangerous guished colleague, the gentleman from direct deeds or by other actions; and it world in which we live and the serious North Carolina (Mr. PRICE). is a war that we are committed to and risks to people who are firmly com- (Mr. PRICE of North Carolina asked that we will win. mitted to democracy, freedom and op- and was given permission to revise and Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. portunity for all, as we Americans are. extend his remarks.) Speaker, I yield such time as he may Our law enforcement and military offi- Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Mr. consume to the gentleman from Ten- cials will work to promptly find those Speaker, the horrific images of yester- nessee (Mr. JENKINS.) responsible, and we will prepare a day will forever be etched in our (Mr. JENKINS asked and was given strong and appropriate response. But memories: people leaping from the permission to revise and extend his re- today, today as a Nation, let us recog- World Trade Center as the flames ad- marks.) nize the victims and the survivors, the vanced; the terror of passengers aboard Mr. JENKINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in response teams and all of the other he- those hijacked planes as they at- strong support of the resolution. roes for their incredible contributions tempted to warn us of what was to Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. to our Nation and to the blessings we come; a gaping hole in the Pentagon, Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- enjoy as Americans. Our thoughts and with workers killed at their desks. tleman from Wisconsin (Mr. GREEN), a It is difficult to shake these images member of the Committee on Armed prayers are with you. Mr. Speaker, if there is one thing for and these thoughts, and our first, Services as well as the Committee on us to remember from this tragedy, let human response must be to express our the Judiciary. profound sympathy to the victims and Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speak- it simply be this: as our country has their families; to pursue a vigorous res- er, I rise in strong support of the reso- shown over and over in the past, and as cue operation; to reach out, to give lution. difficult as these times are, we will be- Mr. Speaker, throughout history, our come stronger as a Nation because of blood, to do whatever we can to allevi- foes have misunderstood and underesti- the contributions and sacrifices each of ate the suffering of those directly tar- mated the American people. They have you has made. geted in yesterday’s attack. often mistaken our love of peace for a Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. I am confident that we will reach out fear of using force. They have mistaken Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- and work together as a united commu- our adherence to the rule of law at tinguished gentleman from Nevada nity. We have proven before that we home for an unwillingness to take deci- (Mr. GIBBONS) who is an Air Force can and will pull together at times of sive action abroad, and they have mis- pilot, former airline pilot, and a Viet- danger and disaster, as we in North taken our vibrant democracy for an in- nam as well as Persian Gulf vet, and a Carolina know from our experiences ability to stand together. But they are member of the Committee on Armed after Hurricanes Fran and Floyd. wrong. The foes responsible for yester- Services and the committee on Vet- There were moving stories of heroism day’s outrage will soon feel the depth erans’ Affairs. and sacrifice yesterday from police and of their miscalculation. (Mr. GIBBONS asked and was given firefighters and ordinary citizens. We In times like this, Mr. Speaker, I permission to revise and extend his re- have a tremendous capacity to sustain take great comfort from the halls of marks.) and support one another, and we must this old capitol herself. We are in cri- Mr. GIBBONS. Mr. Speaker, I thank demonstrate that resolve and mutual sis, I say to my colleagues, but as the gentleman for yielding me this commitment as never before in the Americans, we have seen crises before: time. days ahead. Civil War, world wars, calamity and ca- Mr. Speaker, yesterday America was We must also move vigorously and tastrophe, but this capitol and this Na- changed forever. This despicable ter- swiftly to gain full and accurate infor- tion have persevered and somehow rorist action waged against America, mation about how this disaster oc- grown stronger. waged against innocent civilians, citi- curred and who was responsible. We Many of us, when we walked into zens, men and women, waged against must track down and punish the per- these Chambers today, walked through symbols of strength and success in petrators and anyone who harbored what is known as Statuary Hall, where America, was clearly an act of war, an them or gave them aid. Our retaliation there are monuments to some of the act of war waged against our citizens must be severe and sure, leaving no great men and women who have gone and military personnel, along with fire- doubt of our unwillingness to tolerate before us and built this empire of lib- men and policemen; and we will never this kind of assault, and of our deter- erty. Black and white, rich and poor, forget what they have done. mination to make certain that nothing people from all walks of life, there is Now, as we try to find the words, the like this ever happens again. nothing like it, and nothing like them correct words, to put it all into proper Part of our mission must be to anywhere in the world. It is time to perspective, we must have the resolve rethink national security policy. Ev- stand together to protect their legacy. to take all of the necessary action; and erything from airport security to intel- It is time to reawaken this Nation and we must have the resolve to provide ligence activities must be examined to our spirit. It is time to show the world our warfighters and intelligence agen- ensure that we are able to anticipate a force that is stronger and more po- cies the resources they need. and control terrorism. And, as the House has demonstrated by recon- tent than any weapon on Earth: the b 2000 force of a free people, united in a single vening today, we cannot and will not purpose. We must provide them the resolve allow ourselves to be deterred from Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am they will need to remove this blight carrying on this Nation’s vital work pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- from our international society. here and abroad. tleman from Minnesota (Mr. LUTHER). As the rescue efforts continue, our Yesterday, terrorists attempted to (Mr. LUTHER asked and was given hearts and prayers go out to the fami- snuff out the beacon of hope our coun- permission to revise and extend his re- lies, friends, and coworkers of those try has represented to this conflict-rid- marks.) missing and lost yesterday and today. den world. On this occasion, we must Mr. LUTHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in America was founded on freedoms, and resolve to brighten that beam and support of the resolution. we have always fought for our free- renew our commitment to alleviating Yesterday, our Nation was met with doms. We will never give in to ter- the world’s suffering and injustice, and an unspeakable tragedy as we were rorism. We will never give up until ev- to do so in defiance of the forces of evil

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In all of from Texas (Mr. BARTON), the chairman beginning to glimpse the full extent of our towns where people are gathering of the Subcommittee on Energy and the unspeakable loss of human life and food, materials, and people are giving Air Quality. the pain and suffering of the families blood, chapels and churches should ring (Mr. BARTON of Texas asked and who have lost their loved ones. the bell for freedom. was given permission to revise and ex- The days ahead will be filled with un- We are all filled with condolence for tend his remarks.) bearable grief. The entire Nation will all of the victims. America will not Mr. BARTON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, be in deep mourning. Because this dis- give up on its dreams and hopes and tragic Tuesday, which occurred yester- aster was man-made, it also poses a freedoms. day, is one of those days that is going special challenge to our Nation and to I ask that we take time in our daily to go down in history as a ‘‘Where were our spirit. It fills us with anger. It also lives to observe a moment of silence you?’’ poses a special responsibility. We must for those who are lost, for those fami- I was not alive on December 7, 1941, not let this disaster break our spirit or lies and friends and loved ones, and to but for those who were, it was one of our resolve. We must take definitive be thankful for what we have. In times those ‘‘Where were you on December 7, steps against the persons who caused of a national tragedy, America always 1941’’ days when the Japanese bombed this horrendous tragedy and against comes together. We are showing the Pearl Harbor. any Nation that shelters agents of ter- world what it is to be an American. I was alive in November of 1963. In ror. This was an act of war on our people. fact, I was in the eighth grade in Innis Unlike acts of nature, our goal must We will not be divided. The President Junior High School when President be a singular one: that we not let it and Congress will be united in dealing Kennedy was assassinated less than 50 ever happen again. with this horrible act. This is not a miles away in Dallas outside the Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. time of politics or blame but a time of School Book Repository Building. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to my good sorrow, mourning, and healing. We I was alive in July, 1969 when the friend, the gentleman from Montana must hold fast. We will investigate and first man, a United States astronaut, we will find the culprits, and we will (Mr. REHBERG), a member of the Com- landed on the Moon. mittee on Agriculture, the Committee release the full fury of rage. Obviously, I was alive yesterday But if these terrorists turn out to be on Transportation, and frankly, the en- when the tragic plane attacks hit the foreign, we will not lash out at others tire delegation of Montana. Trade Center and the Pentagon, and of the same nationality who have no Mr. REHBERG. Mr. Speaker, I rise in then the plane crashed in Pennsyl- connections to the attack. Americans support of this sense of Congress reso- vania. So that is one of those ‘‘Where are human people who respect the rule lution. To me, this is simple: Yester- were you’’ days. of the law. This is about families that day’s attack against America was not The question before the Congress will never again be reunited: the brave just a criminal act, it was an act of today, the Presidency, and to some ex- souls that gave their lives in the line of tent the American people, is what are war. duty; the police, the firefighters; the It is important to understand that we going to do about it. men and women and children on the these terrorists were specially trained There has been a lot of talk on the planes; the workers in the World Trade soldiers and hit men in an army intent floor about the cowardly act. Well, it is Center; the place in the mind that will cowardly in the sense that our on destroying America and our way of not heal quickly. attackers did not warn us and they did life. They were willing to take their I ask for Members’ prayers for those not declare war on us in the classic own lives in order to accomplish their whose lives have been lost. May God sense, they just hijacked the planes military objectives. grant us the wisdom to steer our great and attacked civilian targets in New That is why America must not treat Nation through this difficult time. York and the military target here in yesterday’s tragedy as a criminal case, This is a resolution about our families, Washington. or simply seek justice. Rather, we our freedoms, our future. God bless But it was not cowardly in the sense must take it for what it is: an act of America. We are proud of this Nation. that the people that perpetrated it war that demands a swift, thorough, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. were cowards; just the opposite, they and decisive response from the United Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- were probably very religiously com- States Armed Forces. In short, we tinguished gentleman from Florida mitted, willing to die for a cause that must strike back at those responsible. (Mr. CRENSHAW), the former President they believe in. And however many A military action, not subpoenas and of the Florida State Senate and a mem- there were that died yesterday, we courtrooms, is the only way to prevent ber of the Committee on Armed Serv- have to assume that there are more this from happening again. We must ices, the Committee on the Budget, and who are willing to die in the future. bring these armies of terror and any the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. So if we are really serious about a country found to be aiding or abetting Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise war against terrorism, we need to their actions to their knees. The time in support of this resolution. As I think about that. I am very committed for talk is over. walked up the steps of the Capitol this to bringing the perpetrators, either Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am morning alone, I was overcome by an eliminating them with military action pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend eerie sense of silence, silence that said or capturing them and taking them and colleague, the gentleman from to me, it is finally hitting home what through whatever the legal system is, California (Mr. BACA). happened yesterday, because yesterday if that is appropriate. (Mr. BACA asked and was given per- I was struck with disbelief as I watched But if we are going to declare war, mission to revise and extend his re- the horrible pictures on television. Yet, let us really think that through and be marks.) today my stomach churns with a sud- prepared to do what it takes. Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- den sickening feeling of sorrow and Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am port of this resolution, and to condemn sadness for the people who lost loved pleased to yield 2 minutes to my good the barbaric, cowardly attack on the ones. friend, the gentleman from Michigan people and the soil of the United Yesterday it was a feeling of horror (Mr. LEVIN), my distinguished col- States. This is an act of war. We will as I watched those pictures of mass de- league. not tolerate these terrible acts. We as struction. Yet today my eyes have been (Mr. LEVIN asked and was given per- a Nation will pull together and pick up burned with tears as I watched real mission to revise and extend his re- the pieces and build our strength. men and women talk about real sons marks.) We all need to rally as a country and daughters who are lost in yester- Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, yesterday right now, and our strength will come day’s tragedy; from disbelief to sad- was like a massive earthquake, except from our courage and our belief in our ness, now to anger and revenge, and I

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In fact, we speak with a try on the face of the Earth, will not be could I have imagined when I left Viet- united voice and stand behind our intimidated by terrorists, no matter nam 34 years ago yesterday that the President who said that those who how horrendous their acts. freedoms we fought for in that conflict took part in this horrible act and those Yesterday, terrorism struck, and it would be challenged in such a heinous, who harbor these criminals will be held struck as it always does, without warn- hateful, cowardly, and despicable man- accountable. ing, without reason. It struck by those ner as we witnessed yesterday. I never Today, as we seek solace from the icy who have no heart and have no con- dreamed that I would see the result of pain of yesterday, do not seek God in science, have no soul, cold-blooded terrorism with my own eyes, but yes- the churches, temples, or mosques of murderers. terday that nightmare became reality. this country; do not seek justice in the Yesterday, the terrorists succeeded. Mr. Speaker, I stand to not only sup- halls of Congress or in our courtrooms. They succeeded in shaking the founda- port this resolution but to offer my For God is in the streets and homes of tions of two great symbols of America. heartfelt sympathies to the victims America. Justice is in the wings of the But make no mistake, history will and their families. We may never know world theater, preparing to be released record those terrorists failed miserably the full effect of this horrific event on in a focused fury. in shaking the very foundations of this the thousands of families impacted, but Harriet Tubman, once complimented great country. I urge adoption of this the impact will live in our hearts for- on her humanitarian efforts, re- resolution. ever. sponded, ‘‘’Twasn’t me. ’Twas the Lord. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am However, we must go forward with I always told him, ‘I trust to you. I pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend, America, her business, her enterprise, don’t know where to go or what to do, the gentleman from North Carolina her love of freedom and justice, her but I expect you to lead me,’ and he al- (Mr. MCINTYRE). destiny to be the beacon of democracy ways did.’’ (Mr. MCINTYRE asked and was given in our world. Yesterday’s events will We can expect that same leadership permission to revise and extend his re- never be forgotten, but they will not today. Thank God we live in America. marks.) deter us. May he bless this country and our ef- Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, the We have heard the word faith used forts. horrifying acts of terrorism which oc- many times today. Mr. Speaker, behind Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. curred yesterday were a cowardly act you are the words ‘‘In God We Trust.’’ Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- of attacking America. As the psalmist has written, ‘‘God is tleman from Tennessee (Mr. DUNCAN), a We in Congress must be dedicated our refuge and strength, an ever- member of the Committee on Trans- and determined to take immediate ac- present help in trouble. Therefore I will portation and Infrastructure. tion in three ways: not fear.’’ Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, I thank First, to help the victims and their Mr. Speaker, I have full confidence the gentleman for yielding me this families, and to make sure that all that our President will hold account- time. Federal resources that are necessary able those who were responsible and I rise in the strongest possible sup- are available; ensure they pay the ultimate price for port of this resolution and to condemn Second, to ensure that our liberties the evil they have wrought. We in Con- the cowards who perpetrated these hor- as American citizens are protected and gress should provide all the means of rendous acts against the people of the that the American public is safe; support available to help in the search United States; certainly what many Third, to make sure that the per- and the rescue efforts, the recovery ef- people say is the darkest day in Amer- petrators are discovered and punished. forts, and the rebuilding of the dam- ican history. Our focus must be on the injured and aged and destroyed structures, as well I believe we must do everything hu- their families and those who are offer- as the investigation to find the crimi- manly possible to find out who is re- ing medical assistance, and others who nals responsible. sponsible for these acts of terror and are helping in so many different ways. Mr. Speaker, this can never happen take the strongest possible action It has taken, unfortunately, these again. against them. We need to show the horrifying acts of terrorism to draw at- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am world in a very determined and dra- tention to the resources and needs of pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- matic way that we will not stand for our intelligence and defense agencies, tinguished gentleman from Texas (Mr. this type of senseless violence. and we must address those needs imme- SANDLIN). I will support the President in taking diately so that our Nation’s citizens Mr. SANDLIN. Mr. Speaker, I thank the strongest possible action against know that their freedoms are not being the gentleman for yielding me this the cruel and cowardly terrorists who compromised. time. are responsible for yesterday’s trage- We need prayer also for the injured Today, we stand. Reflecting on the dies, as well as any country which of- and the suffering and their families, for chill of yesterday with the silence of fers safe harbor to these inhuman our law enforcement, our EMS units, death and the stench of terrorism in thugs. and our medical and health care pro- the air, we stand. We stand united. We Most importantly, right now, Mr. viders, for our military, which stands stand committed. We stand deter- Speaker, our sympathy should go out ready to go whenever and wherever it mined. We stand confident. We stand, in the most heartfelt way to the fami- is needed, and wisdom for our govern- and we shall overcome. lies of those who have fallen victim to ment in the decisions that we yet have Edmund Burke once said, ‘‘All that is these unspeakable tragic events. The to make. necessary for evil to triumph is for American public and the world should good men to do nothing.’’ Mr. Ter- know that this Congress, working b 2015 rorist, make no mistake about it, we closely with the administration, will Now, more than ever, we as a Nation will act. We will be patient but delib- not rest until these mass murderers are must have the will to find the way to erate. We will be open but focused. We brought to swift decisive justice and move forward with those essential will not seek senseless revenge, but we punishment. qualities of courage and conviction will insist on justice. We must recognize that there are that constitute the character of Amer- And justice will be decisive, swift, fundamental security problems in our ica. By God’s grace, and with His compelling, horrible, and justified. Woe country that allow such incomprehen- strength and wisdom, I am confident be to those that call evil good. Woe be sible events to take place. We need to that we will. to the terrorists who claim some sort work with the FAA, the Department of

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00051 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5542 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Transportation, as well as the airlines er, not a weaker Nation for them. God Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of to secure our airports and our air- bless America. Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of planes against people who would cause Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. this resolution. such destruction. Speaker, I would like to inquire as to Mr. Speaker, I rise to stand in solidarity with I have spent the last 6 years as chair- how much time remains. the people of America and to speak out man of the House Subcommittee on The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. against the senseless, horrendous tragedies of Aviation. We need to immediately SIMPSON). The gentleman from New September 11, 2001. It is a day that will live place U.S. marshals or other law en- Jersey (Mr. SMITH) has 27 minutes re- in infamy. There are no words, no pictures, no forcement officials on all commercial maining, and the gentleman from Cali- sentiments that can express the magnitude of flights. We also need to focus more re- fornia (Mr. LANTOS) has 5 minutes re- the evil that showed itself yesterday. My heart sources on and do more detailed back- maining. and my thoughts go out to the families of ground screens on the men and women Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. those who were murdered, and to all those af- who are the security screeners in the Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that fected. The love of the people of this great airports across our country. We need to during consideration of H.J. Res. 61, country embraces the spirit of those heroes make it impossible for terrorists to pursuant to the order of the House ear- who gave their lives trying to save others. compromise the cockpits of our air- lier today, debate on the joint resolu- Those glorious Americans, who worked at the liners by retrofitting all aircraft with tion be extended 2 hours equally di- World Trade Center and the Pentagon, mem- an impenetrable barrier between the vided and controlled by the chairman bers of the Police and Fire Departments and cockpits and passenger cabins. Most or his designee and the ranking minor- EMS, represent the best of America. We importantly, we must restore the con- ity member of the Committee on Inter- should all the humbled by their sacrifices. fidence of the flying public in the secu- national Relations. I would like to pay a special tribute to the rity and integrity of our commercial The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there American Airlines family. They are unique con- aviation infrastructure. objection to the request of the gen- tributors to Dallas-Fort Worth. They are unique Mr. Speaker, I urge support for this tleman from New Jersey? contributors to America. They are a part of all resolution. It is the least we can do, There was no objection. of our lives. They are a part of our souls. We and we all need to join together in sup- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. honor the lives they lived as Americans. porting those who have suffered so Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- Let it be known, that the United States Con- much in these horrible tragedies. tinguished gentleman from California gress will stop at nothing, and at no time, to Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am (Mr. THOMAS), chairman of the Com- protect our citizens. Let it be known, that the pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- mittee on Ways and Means. United States of America will never, ever, tinguished gentleman from Louisiana (Mr. THOMAS asked and was given cower to terrorists and never give up our way (Mr. JOHN). permission to revise and extend his re- of life. Let it be known that Americans may (Mr. JOHN asked and was given per- marks.) disagree as Americans, but we are all one mission to revise and extend his re- Mr. THOMAS. Mr. Speaker, along American family. Most importantly, let it be marks.) with everyone else, I support this reso- known that we will, we will, we will bring those Mr. JOHN. Mr. Speaker, it is with a lution. However, mentally, I want ev- responsible for the horrors of terrorism to com- heavy heart that I rise today to offer eryone to know that I will assume it is plete justice. Our flags are at half-mast, but my condolences to the families from a declaration of war. I believe that out heads are high as Americans. America is across our great nation who are coping from a mental set a declaration of war a great nation, and our freedom will ring loudly with the grief of yesterday’s tragic is what we need. forever. May God Bless America. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 events. First, it will allow us to use any and minutes to the gentlewoman from Terrorists have broken our hearts, all means necessary to strike at any group or government when facts sup- Florida (Ms. BROWN). but they have not broken our resolve. (Ms. BROWN of Florida asked and port it and do it in a wartime men- Yesterday, we were a nation in shock. was given permission to revise and ex- tality. Secondly, believing this resolu- Today, we are a Nation in mourning. tend her remarks.) And while we are numb in disbelief, tion is a declaration of war I think cre- Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, America is not paralyzed. Our brave ates a mental framework which we God bless America. rescue workers are still finding sur- need as a society. We need to reach out Yesterday, on September 11, for the vivors and providing hope for all Amer- in meaningful ways, in sustaining first time in 175 years, the capital of icans. Our faith in God is providing ways, to aid those who have suffered the world’s greatest military power Americans with solace. And, Mr. personal tragedy. We need to strength- was attacked by a cowardly and totally Speaker, this Congress will support and en our economy to sustain our people, spineless enemy. We, the United give the President all the resources he and understand that property damage States, the leader of the free world, the requires to provide Americans with jus- can be repaired, that economic country that saved Europe from Nazi tice. strength will be the key not only to Germany, the country that had the The diabolical sophistication of yes- carrying out the fight against those courage to stand up to communism and terday’s attacks point to a well-coordi- who have perpetrated these deeds, but dictatorships worldwide, the one Na- nated conspiracy of evil and it took also to make sure that we have avail- tion in the world looked to for leader- considerable organization in plan and able all of our resources. This will not ship cannot submissively stand by implementation. We stand here tonight be a short fight. It will be a long and while our Nation is attacked. united as a Congress and as a nation in difficult one. This was a well-organized and telling the world that we will not leave We need all of the resources available thought-out attack and it demands a one stone unturned until we find and to us, moral, religious, and economic; well-organized and powerful response. punish these terrorists and their sup- and I will be looking at short-term, Members of these fanatical groups can- porters. medium-term, and long-term responses not go unpunished, nor will this nation America is still a nation of heroes. to this. So that from a military point support them. Those nations that give The men and women who gave their of view, from an economic point of them shelter, weapons, support and lives yesterday in an attempt to rescue view, and from a sustaining societal training, we will deliver a swift and im- others is a statement to the courage and nurturing point of view, we will mediate response to this horrible act. and bravery of everyday people when not just use words against our enemies, Congress and the Committee on faced with enormous challenges. we will have real arrows in our quiver. Transportation and Infrastructure Mr. Speaker, as I stand here tonight Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am must take steps to implement new surrounded by my colleagues in Con- pleased to yield such time as she may safety standards for air travel and, in gress, I have never been more sure of consume to the gentlewoman from fact, all modes of transportation. I myself that America is up to the chal- Texas (Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON). have received numerous calls today lenges that lay beyond. America will (Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of from pilots saying that we have to ab- forever be changed because of yester- Texas asked and was given permission solutely secure the cockpits on our air- day’s attacks, but we will be a strong- to revise and extend her remarks.) planes and that we need to put U.S.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5543 marshals on each and every plane God bless this country. We will get Mr. NETHERCUTT. Mr. Speaker, I again just as we did in the 1990s. through this; but we need to stand to- rise in support of House Joint Resolu- My heart and prayers go out to the gether as patriots, not as petty crimi- tion 61. families of the victims, and I want to nals. Mr. Speaker, in the course of human commend the volunteers and emer- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 events, there are moments that so impact the gency personnel on their great efforts. minutes to the gentlewoman from Wis- progression of world history, that the character How can you help? I am donating blood consin (Ms. BALDWIN). of all people becomes imbued with the solemn tomorrow and asking my constituents Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. Speaker, each understanding that life will never be the same. to do the same. For all the people out and every day I am humbled to serve as The terrorist events that transpired on Sep- there that are watching, if you have a Member of the United States Con- tember 11, 2001, collectively create a most in- any information that could assist this gress. I am humbled by the honor of famous moment in the history of the United ongoing investigation, please call the representing my Wisconsin constitu- States of America. FBI hot line. ents. I am humbled by the privilege to These cowardly acts of destruction were in- In closing, I want to make it clear, serve this great Nation. I love this tended to strike fear in the American spirit with whether we are a Democrat, a Repub- country. I cherish our freedoms. the hope that our Nation will retreat from its lican, male or female, black or white, I have great regard for the leadership policies and obligations overseas. If these per- we stand behind the Commander in and courage that has been dem- petrators chose to study American history Chief. War has been declared against onstrated in these very Chambers rather than how to manifest hate and destruc- the American people, and you are ei- throughout our Nation’s history from tion, they would realize the futility of their ac- ther with us or against us. There is no its birth onward. Time and time again tions and know that there is one choice we in between. our Nation has risen to the challenges cannot and will not make. America will never b 2030 posed by evil, violence, intolerance, choose the path of submission. and injustice. These were challenges of Our hearts have been pierced by tragedy Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. and weep for those lost souls and their fami- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- immense proportions, and we did not shrink from them. Of course, all of us lies of America’s worst disaster. Throughout tleman from Louisiana (Mr. TAUZIN), American history, our lands and others have the distinguished chairman of the Com- hoped that these sorts of challenges, these attacks on our very own soil been turned red by the blood of those who de- mittee on Energy and Commerce. fended America’s character. Now, in modern Mr. TAUZIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in were part of our Nation’s history, not our Nation’s present or future. times, the urban streets of two great cities support of this resolution. share this unfortunate distinction. I, like all of my colleagues, suffer Most Americans yesterday and today saw television images that will be in- America’s story is one of providence. Over with the inconsolable grief of all our the last 225 years, God and truth, combined countrymen who watched the horrific delibly inscribed in their minds and consciences. In New York, Pennsyl- with American courage and spirit, have al- death and destruction visited on our lowed us to triumph in every honorable na- vania, and our Nation’s capital, other Nation yesterday. But we also watched tional struggle placed before us. There is a re- Americans witnessed these tragedies with humility and admiration the silience in our country that transcends tragedy. firsthand. Our Nation and our Nation’s amazing acts of courage and sacrifice Those who repudiate reason—and twist it to families have suffered unimaginably and heroism of firemen and rescue such ghastly ends as these—do not deserve from the unspeakable evil acts of yes- workers and police, both here in this the gift of life. Their actions cannot be allowed terday. We will not shrink from facing city and New York City; and we pray to triumph over freedom and democracy. We this challenge either. for all of them tonight. must pray to God that they will not. There are criminal acts and there are I have been so deeply moved by the A war of terrorism has been declared acts of war. Criminal acts are answered capacity of the American people to re- against America, and more has been attacked in court within the judicial system. spond to this crisis. Words cannot ex- than just our great land. I support President Acts of war are answered militarily. press the gratitude that I feel and want Bush’s initiative to mobilize our national mili- Yesterday was an act of war; and there to convey to our Nation’s emergency tary forces, and forces around the world which will be a military response. You know workers, the paramedics, nurses, doc- love freedom, in order to push terrorism from it. It is coming. Those who have visited tors, firefighters, police officers, mem- the face of the world. Foreign states that facili- that destruction upon America yester- bers of National Guard and so many tate, harbor, employ, or conveniently turn a day had better get themselves ready others. blind eye to those who engage in missions of for it. But there were other criminal Words are also inadequate to express terror, should suffer the consequences of their acts yesterday that I want to talk the depth of the sympathy that I want misguided judgement. America’s immigration about tonight, and I want to talk to to share with the victims and their policy, our governmental law enforcement re- those criminals. families. I join all my colleagues in sources, and our military capabilities must be There is no shortage of gasoline in condemning these despicable acts. We bolstered to meet our national challenge. this country. There is no shortage of must bring the perpetrators to justice. The sense of heightened patriotism being crude oil. Every one of you who jacked The greatness of this country in our exhibited as a result of this tragedy will assist the price up yesterday to $3 and $4 and own eyes and the eyes of the world is the efforts being called for from all corners of $5 and took advantage of Americans the promise that we will act against our nation to exact justice. It also gives us the who suffer with all us in this crisis are the perpetrators only when we are cer- chance to pay tribute to the firefighters, police, petty criminals, and you ought to be in tain of their culpability. rescue crews, medical teams, survivors and the hoosegow and you will be. I also know that it is the American supporters alike who are the true heroes of The Department of Energy, FTC, At- people, our freedoms and our democ- the day. The families of those who perished torney General, the Department of Jus- racy that make this Nation great. Our deserve our prayers and deep sympathies. tice have all issued warnings today constitutional liberties shall not be As in all difficulties in life, our faith as a that they are investigating. Crude oil sacrificed in our search for greater se- great nation and a spiritual people will lead us stocks are up. Gasoline supplies are up. curity, for that is what our enemies through the fog of sadness and death, into the Production is up. Imports are up. OPEC and all enemies of freedom and democ- light of freedom and peace. As Americans, we has guaranteed their reserves to us if racy hope to achieve. can accept nothing less. we need them. Every country in OPEC I have never been more deeply moved God bless our great nation. unanimously did. The major oil compa- to live in the land of the free and the Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. nies have frozen their prices, both at home of the brave. Speaker, I yield such time as he may the wholesale and retail level. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. consume to the gentleman from Lou- Any one of you out there price- Speaker, I yield such time as he may isiana (Mr. MCCRERY). gouging Americans in this crisis are consume to the gentleman from Wash- (Mr. MCCRERY asked and was given not just criminals, you are aiding and ington (Mr. NETHERCUTT). permission to revise and extend his re- abetting the terrorists who hit us yes- (Mr. NETHERCUTT asked and was marks.) terday; and you ought to spend a few given permission to revise and extend Mr. MCCRERY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in days in the pokey. his remarks.) support of House Joint Resolution 61.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5544 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 This resolution expresses clearly the senti- City. Law enforcement officers, fire- fornia (Ms. SOLIS), my good friend and ment not only of this Congress, but the senti- fighters, doctors, nurses, rescue work- colleague. ment of the American people. It condemns the ers have committed thousands of self- Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, today I despicable actions of terrorists who planned less acts to help those injured. would like to express my sorrow, my and carried out the attacks yesterday against Secondly, we must persevere in the horror, my anger about yesterday’s at- the people of the United States. It extends the fight against the enemies of freedom tacks on the United States democracy. condolences of all our citizens to the victims and democracy, as we have in the past. I offer my most sincere condolences to and their families, commends the heroic ac- It took the United States over 4 years the victims and their families. I offer tions of the fireman, police, and other rescue to win the Second World War, and more my support to the President, and to the workers who responded to these tragic events, than 40 years to win the Cold War. All many Federal, State and local agencies and underscores the resolve of all of us in Americans must now display the same that are taking part in the ongoing in- America and many others around the world to patience and strong resolve in the war vestigation and rescue efforts. fight and win this war against terrorism. against terrorism. We have a moral ob- Today I stand with the entire United Mr. Speaker, it is important to note that so ligation to seek out these craven indi- States Congress, and perhaps most im- many Members of Congress are speaking for viduals, wherever they may hide, to de- portantly, stand alongside every other their constituents in support of this resolution, stroy them and their organizations so American citizen in a united and indi- and that they are speaking, not as Republican they may no longer kill, maim or invisible defense of our freedom. We or Democrats, liberals of conservatives. East- jure innocent people in the future. know that our democracy will not fal- erner or Westerner, but as Americans. It is America and its people are good and ter during this test. Our democratic this unity of spirit, singularity of purpose, and just. Our democracy is strong, and the foundations, our government, and our faith in our destiny as purveyors of freedom good we do will prevail in the end. We people are too strong. which will see us through this and lead us to live in a free and civilized society. Our Finally, I want to acknowledge the victory. resolve tonight and tomorrow and for- outpouring of sympathy and assistance Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. ever must be to permanently establish the American people have generously Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- these values across the globe. provided during this crisis. My tleman from South Carolina (Mr. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. thoughts, my prayers and encourage- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- GRAHAM), a member of the Committee ment, are with the missing fire fighters tleman from Kentucky (Mr. FLETCHER), on the Judiciary and the Committee on in New York and the many rescue a member of the Committee on the Armed Services. teams, the military and medical per- Mr. GRAHAM. Mr. Speaker, from Budget, the Committee on Agriculture, sonnel here and in New York. what I hear on television, we may have and the Committee on Energy and Mr. Speaker, I ask the American pub- Commerce. found our first example of how America lic to continue donating blood and con- Mr. FLETCHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise will rise to the occasion. Apparently, tinue to fly our American flags. Con- to address this honorable body. Words tinue to stand as one Nation, under the passengers on United Flight 93, the fail to fully express our grief and fall God, indivisible, with liberty and jus- Pennsylvania flight, were talking to short of describing our resolve as we tice for all. their relatives and the picture was be- respond to this act of barbary and vio- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. coming clear to them what their fate lence against the free and innocent. was about to be. Throughout our Nation’s history, we Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- The story goes, according to recent along with the world watch and witness tleman from Tennessee (Mr. BRYANT), a reports, that one of the passengers told that during the darkest hours, America former U.S. Attorney and a member of his wife that we just voted among our- unites with exemplary character, the Committee on Energy and Com- selves to take on the hijackers. I think strength and bravery. We witness a di- merce. that gives the best example of what verse Nation pulling together with Mr. BRYANT. Mr. Speaker, it has awaits the terrorists. tireless compassion towards those fall- been a long and difficult 36 hours since We will soon vote here, Republicans en, wounded and grieving. the first airplane crashed into the and Democrats. We will vote to take on We also feel the swelling strength of tower of the World Trade Center yes- the terrorists who tried to destroy free- a government, united to ensure that terday. dom and our way of life. Our allies evil is answered with the goodness of I rise in support of this motion, as today in NATO voted to consider the justice so that freedom’s peace and se- has practically every Member of this attack on the United States as an at- curity prevail. House today, to show the resolve of tack on NATO. Our prayers and resources are with this body that we will finish what the The message that was trying to be all those grieving, and our gratitude terrorists began yesterday. sent by the fanatics who orchestrated and full support is with all of the men Make no mistake about it, the sur- this I am not sure of, but the message and women engaged in this unrelenting prise attack that we had yesterday was we are going to send them will be very endeavor against the evil terror of the product of cowards, outlaws within clear. Our forefathers defeated tyr- those who harbor hate and violence. a civilized world. Hijacking airplanes anny; so shall we. We reaffirm our unwavering support containing innocent men, women and Mr. Speaker, the story goes when the of President Bush and his able staff. We children and crashing them into an of- staff of Admiral Yamamoto congratu- also extend our gratitude to NATO and fice building at a time when large num- lated him on the bombing of Pearl Har- other free and friendly nations who bers of workers were present were the bor, he replied, ‘‘I am afraid all we join us in our resolve to destroy not pathetic acts of insane minds, illegit- have done is awoken a sleeping giant.’’ only the branches but the very roots of imate by any standard. Mr. Speaker, that is exactly what these intolerable acts of terror. Those responsible for this attack, es- happened yesterday. America sleeps no Across from the battered walls of the pecially those aiders and abettors, will more. Pentagon lay the graves of those who feel the full power of the United States Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 have given their all for freedom. By our and her citizens. I join with the Presi- minutes to the gentleman from Indiana resolve, we honor them, as well as all dent, Congress, world leaders, and the (Mr. VISCLOSKY). the fallen we now grieve, that none of American people in blanket condemna- Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, my these shall have died in vain; and that tion of all involved in this ruthless thoughts and prayers go out to those from their loss, we will once again have conspiracy. who have lost loved ones and family successfully defended freedom and jus- And as more facts develop and be- members in this evil and barbaric act. tice, not only for our Nation but for come known, we must also recognize We as a Nation cannot tolerate these the world. those in the airplanes, some known, kinds of attacks on American citizens. Mr. Speaker, we have witnessed an such as Tom Burnett and others, some Today we must first pledge our un- act of war, and we must now respond forever unknown, who tried to prevent wavering support for those involved in accordingly. yesterday’s heinous crimes and miti- the search and rescue missions under- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 gated those crimes and became heroes way in Washington, D.C. and New York minutes to the gentlewoman from Cali- in doing such, as well as recognizing

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5545 the hundreds and hundreds of heroes and reassured by how people through- Our children and grandchildren are asking, now working to save lives both in New out our country and in my own State ‘‘Are we at war?’’ and ‘‘Will we be bombed, York and here at the Pentagon. of Vermont are coming together, how too?’’ From the ashes of our damaged sym- b 2045 they are giving blood, how they are bols of military and economic strength, we raising funds and how they are doing must remember that we are a strong and The United States will not stand for everything that they can to support great nation. With courage and determination, terrorism on its soil and we will join the victims and their families. Let us we will confront very difficult choices. For ex- together to fight it. Terrorism’s goal is go together and we will defeat inter- ample, against whom do we strike back? How to disrupt life and make people fearful. national terrorism. do we protect ourselves from unidentified ter- But fanatic acts of these extremists Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speak- rorists? How many of our individual liberties will fail as we continue on with our er, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman do we relinquish in order to ensure our per- lives with even more resolve. Our great from Florida (Mr. STEARNS), my good sonal safety? Nation will come together around this friend. The attacks struck a blow not only to our tragedy because our freedom, as said Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, as the citizens and buildings, but also against our earlier by one of our leaders, our free- smoke clears from the skies over New values, our freedoms, our way of life. To many dom is our strength, not our weakness. York City, Arlington, Virginia, and Let me just echo what the gentleman people around the world, the United States western Pennsylvania, we in Congress represents the land of opportunity and free- from South Carolina (Mr. GRAHAM) said should not forget that we are a free so- a few speakers ago about Pearl Harbor. dom. The terrorists sought to instill in us fear ciety. Sweet freedom. We cannot aban- and insecurity. To this, we must not submit. When it was attacked, President Roo- don our ideals or wrap ourselves in a sevelt said it was a day that would live We refuse to be victims of fear. cocoon or isolate ourself from a world We must take the necessary precautions to in infamy. That generation of Ameri- because of this senseless destruction. cans, which can be argued was our safeguard our lives and American interests, The resolution this evening con- but we must not relinquish our cherished free- greatest, rose to the occasion and a demns in the strongest possible terms sleeping giant was awakened. Now we doms. the terrorists who tried to disrupt our We must identify and bring to justice those have yet another day that will forever country and to kill our innocent citi- be burned into the minds and hearts of persons and organizations responsible for zens. these tragic deeds, but we must act respon- Americans, and again a sleeping giant Our government cannot permit its sibly, consistent with our values, in conjunction has been awakened. citizens to be attacked with impunity. with our friends and allies, and in accordance Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very We as elected officials have a responsi- with international laws. pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- bility to protect them just as we have Let us draw closer together, as Americans, tleman from Vermont (Mr. SANDERS), protected them throughout the history behind our President, and boldly face the chal- my good friend and distinguished col- of this grand Republic. league. All of us have watched in horror the lenges ahead. Let us honor those whose lives Mr. SANDERS. Mr. Speaker, I thank amount of destruction that has oc- were tragically taken by these terrorist attacks, the gentleman for yielding me the curred. We commend the heroic action and those who lost their lives in rescue efforts time. of the rescue workers, volunteers, to save lives. Let us also honor those many Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the people State and local officials who responded volunteers who have stepped forward in the of the State of Vermont, I rise and in to these tragic events with courage, de- midst of this crisis to offer their time and tal- the strongest possible terms condemn termination, and skill. Our prayers are ents in rescue efforts, crisis counseling, blood the unspeakable acts which were per- made for those whose families who suf- drives and other activities. petrated yesterday by cowardly terror- fered and lost their loved ones. Because of our people, our values and be- ists. I also wish to express my condo- Mr. Speaker, we need to send a mes- liefs, we are a strong and resilient nation. We lences for the thousands of families sage to those engaged in terror that we will recover and rebuild our broken lives, our who are suffering tonight from their will fight and not fold. We need to buildings and our way of life. Let us pray that losses on the four planes that went stand up to them. Our struggle will not God’s grace and wisdom will guide us through down, the losses at the World Trade be won in a day or a month or cul- the difficult days ahead. Center and at the Pentagon. minate with a single victory. Victory Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am Mr. Speaker, the goal of terrorism is will require us to display courage, pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- to demoralize people and to create fear, faith, unity and determination to carry tlewoman from Indiana (Ms. CARSON). uncertainty, and instability. Our Na- on for an indefinite time in the face of Ms. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speak- tion must not succumb to that and this new gray war with faceless terror- er, I thank the gentleman from Cali- give terrorists that victory. ists who are on a holy war to destroy fornia for yielding me this time, an in- Tonight we grieve for the incredible the United States. dividual for whom I have the highest and horrendous loss of life that we suf- Towards that end, Mr. Speaker, I admiration and respect, and certainly, fered yesterday. It is unprecedented in fully support House Joint Resolution 61 Mr. Speaker, with respect for those the modern history of our country. But and look forward to supporting the who are painfully and tragically af- tonight we also pledge to capture and President and other agencies of govern- fected by the terrorist assault on punish all of those who are responsible ment as they seek to find the guilty America the Beautiful. for this despicable deed. parties. Let me simply say amen to the elo- There is no difference of opinion on Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am quent prose and profound statements of that issue in this Congress or in this pleased to yield such time as she may all of the colleagues that have preceded country. Mr. Speaker, the world must consume to the gentlewoman from me in supporting this resolution. Presi- know and will know that those who North Carolina (Mrs. CLAYTON). dent Abraham Lincoln reminds us that committed these unspeakable crimes (Mrs. CLAYTON asked and was given the world will little note nor long re- will not get away with it. permission to revise and extend her remember what we say here, but it can As we go forward in this effort, we marks.) never forget what happened here. must also be calm and focused and be Mrs. CLAYTON. Mr. Speaker, I The date, September 11, or 9–1–1, a thinking long term on how to defeat thank the gentleman for yielding me day that the 911 system was perhaps this terrible evil. We must also be this time. I rise in strong support of used more in the aggregate than at any thinking about how we can work better this resolution. time since its inception; September 11, and more effectively with law-abiding September 11th was a difficult day for or 9–1–1, summons the brave, the self- people throughout this world, because America. It was the day that we lost our inno- less, the life preservers, if they could terrorism is an international crisis, cence. The terrorist attacks touched every they would. I have heard it said that and it will be solved by decent people American—young and old, Democrat and Re- perhaps airport security will include from one end of this world to the other publican, urban and rural, and persons of eliminating curbside baggage service. working together. every ethnic background. Beyond the death We are checking around now to see how Let me conclude by saying that we and destruction, we also are touched with de- we best enhance airport security. Does should also be extraordinarily proud spair. the idea of no baggage curbside check-

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5546 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 in really enhance our well-being? What help people they did not know but who munity is immune to this loss. I am ad- happens to the well-being of the sky- were in great need of help, their help. vised that four Hawaii residents may caps in an idea like that? They have Under such horrible conditions, who be among the casualty lists. One is list- long been a service and fixture at air- could have blamed them for aban- ed missing in the rubble of the World ports, as long as the airports have been doning the burning building? But in- Trade Center, the other three in air- there themselves. stead of turning their backs on people planes in which they were passengers Mr. Speaker, from time to time down in need, they faced the danger head-on on the way to the West Coast. I cannot through our history, our Nation has because that is their job. We may never reveal their names, as I am advised been tested. Certainly today our peace- know how many lives they saved, but that not all the families have yet been ful way of life is being tested again in we do know that many people would notified. My heart goes out to all the a most cowardly fashion. So in the face not be alive today but for the bravery lost loved ones throughout the country of this great tragedy, it is time that we and sacrifice of these dedicated men in this national nightmare. renew our prayers for peace around the and women. Their deaths cannot be in The human toll will undoubtedly world, rededicate ourselves to the work vain. We have an obligation to ensure mount over the next few days, and our of citizenship, and sustain the quality that they get the support they need, lives will be forever changed. Today we and integrity of those who seek to God forbid, should they be called on mourn those lives that were lost in this serve us in the capacity of public serv- again to deal with a terrorist attack. diabolical act of vengeance against our ice. They represent the very best of America, way of life. So long as we continue to Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. and our Nation owes them and their families stand for freedom and democracy, Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the dis- a debt of profound gratitude. We in this House these enemies will not succeed. tinguished gentleman from Michigan and across America mourn for these heroes Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. (Mr. SMITH), a member of the Com- and we pray for their families. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the dis- mittee on Agriculture as well as the We cannot bring them back but we can tinguished gentleman from North Caro- Committee on International Relations. promise their loved-ones this: The terrorists lina (Mr. COBLE), the chairman of the Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speak- who were responsible for these depraved acts Subcommittee on Courts, the Internet, er, we have talked and dedicated our- will pay for them. They can run, but then can- and Intellectual Property of the Com- selves to making sure that we identify not hide. And they will pay. mittee on the Judiciary. and capture the perpetrators, that Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- Mr. COBLE. Mr. Speaker, I thank the these atrocities cannot be tolerated in lighted to yield 2 minutes to my neigh- gentleman for yielding me time. a free society, and that for the sake of bor, good friend, and distinguished col- Mr. Speaker, ruthless, cowardly, in- not only America but for the rest of league, the gentlewoman from Hawaii sensitive, uncaring, evil, wicked, fanat- the world, we need to be very aggres- (Mrs. MINK). ical; words cannot describe the events sive and dedicated in the effort that we Mrs. MINK of Hawaii. I thank the of yesterday. I spoke to the Judicial are about to undertake. gentleman from California (Mr. LAN- Conference at the Supreme Court yes- Also, as chairman of the committee TOS) for yielding me time. terday morning. Just prior to my that oversees the Federal Fire Admin- Mr. Speaker, I rise tonight over- speech, the Chief Justice handed me a istration, I would like to take a mo- whelmed by indescribable grief and sor- note indicating that the Pentagon had ment to speak about the Nation’s first row. A taking of any innocent life is an been attacked and was then afire. I responders, the firefighters, the emer- atrocity. A taking of hundreds is a knew then that life in the United gency medical personnel, the police massacre of monumental proportions. States had been drastically altered. who were first to arrive at the scene Yesterday, a massacre of unthinkable Sandy Bradshaw, a 38-year-old flight and certainly the last to leave such a numbers occurred. The World Trade attendant who resided in North Caro- scene in situations as happened at the Center and the Pentagon were delib- lina’s Sixth Congressional District, Pentagon and in New York and also erate targets of fanatics. These terror- walked on the United Flight 93 yester- south of Pittsburgh. ists hijacked four commercial air- day to work her shift. Thousands of As the Nation mourns the deaths of liners. They slammed three of these other Americans reported to their re- hundreds and probably many thousands planes into these buildings, knowing spective jobs yesterday as well. Neither of our fellow citizens, as we take stock the mayhem and chaos that this de- Sandy, Mr. Speaker, nor many of these of the destruction caused by yester- struction would cause. other thousands will ever report for day’s terrorist attacks, we should also As a Nation, we are left emotionally work again. Their lives were snuffed pause for a moment to reflect on the speechless at the loss of so many inno- out yesterday. These losses will not brave men and women who put their cent lives. We are numbed by the num- have been in vain, however. These lives on the line every day in every ber of firefighters, police, and other ruthless criminals will be identified small town and suburb and every big volunteers who plunged into the burn- and duly punished. city across the country. We have all ing buildings to save lives and who lost Our thoughts and prayers are ex- been deeply moved by the tragic scenes their lives in the process. We are tended to all who suffered losses yes- at the Pentagon, Pennsylvania, and es- stunned by the courage of those who terday. pecially New York. But we can be called from the airplanes. A call from Mr. Speaker, these thugs who yester- proud that in a time of great peril, the that ill-fated plane that crashed in the day inflicted this pain upon us, con- Nation’s first responders answered the fields near Pittsburgh may have been cluding that we would not respond to call, conducting themselves with brav- the fourth suicide plane headed to the these acts, they counted on our not re- ery, with dedication that does credit to Capitol. sponding, I say to them tonight, do not themselves, their city, and their coun- count on it. try. b 2100 Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- It has been reported that over 202 We may not have been in New York lighted to yield 21⁄2 minutes to my good New York firefighters and 57 police of- City or anywhere near the Pentagon, friend, the distinguished gentlewoman ficers may have perished at the World but all who witnessed these attacks on from Ohio (Ms. KAPTUR). Trade Center, a tragic loss. Witnesses television knew then we were living in (Ms. KAPTUR asked and was given said that as they were running down a terrible new world. permission to revise and extend her re- the stairs to escape the burning build- Our resolve today is to root out the marks, and include extraneous mate- ing, they passed New York firefighters perpetrators of this heinous plot to de- rial.) running up those stairs to put out fires stroy us. We must explore all avenues Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I thank and to assist other people stuck on to make sure that this can never hap- our able leaders, the gentleman from higher floors. Just imagine that for a pen again. We must not surrender until California (Mr. LANTOS) and the gen- moment. With fire and smoke all the country is made safe again for our tleman from New Jersey (Mr. SMITH), around, with a 110-story building buck- children and for their families. and rise in strong support of this bipar- ling from intense heat, these fire- Every place in America has lost loved tisan resolution condemning yester- fighters ignored their own safety to ones in this national tragedy. No com- day’s reprehensible acts of terrorism

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5547 perpetrated against the people of the all the earth. Germany, Japan and, to a less- Pentagon and express deep sorrow for Ameri- United States and freedom-loving peo- er extent, Britain and Italy were lifted out of cans that were injured and killed. We sends ple everywhere. the debris of war by the Americans who out our condolence to all victims of this cow- poured in billions of dollars and forgave Americans stand united in our firm ardly terrorist attack. There is no cause that other billions in debts. justifies this type of an immoral and inhu- resolve to seek out those responsible None of these countries is today paying mane act that has affected so many innocent for this carnage and to bring them to even the interest on its remaining debts to American lives. We support all efforts of the justice before the entire international the United States. When France was in dan- investigation in order to track down the peo- community. Our citizenry’s valor, their ger of collapsing in 1956, it was the Ameri- ple responsible for this tragic act of ter- order, and their dignity in face of this cans who propped it up, and their reward was rorism. to be insulted and swindled on the streets of overwhelming tragedy shines to the ‘‘Arab And American Muslims utterly con- Paris. I was there. I saw it. demn what are apparently vicious and cow- whole world. Across America, our peo- When earthquakes hit distant cities, it is ardly acts of terrorism against innocent ci- ple are helping one another, honoring the United States that hurries to help. This vilians. We join with all Americans in call- the dead, healing the injured, donating spring, 59 American communities were flat- ing for the swift apprehension and punish- blood, picking up the wreckage and tened by tornadoes. Nobody helped. The Mar- ment of the perpetrators. No Political cause building for a new day. shall Plan and the Truman Policy pumped could ever be assisted by such immoral billions of dollars into discouraged coun- Across our world, words of encour- acts.’’ tries. Now newspapers in those countries are HUSSEIN H. SHOUSHER. agement pour into our Capitol. Tonight writing about the decadent, warmongering I wish to read some of these words into Americans. From a Technical Sergeant at our the record. I’d like to see just one of those countries Toledo Air National Guard, who sug- From Russia: that is gloating over the erosion of the gests new safety technologies on air- United States dollar build its own airplane. DEAR CONGRESSWOMAN: All of us in Russia, planes using Internet video surveil- Does any other country in the world have a just the same as throughout the world, ex- lance: plane to equal the Boeing Jumbo Jet, the press our deepest condolences over the ter- In light of today’s unfortunate events, I Lockheed Tri-Star, or the Douglas DC10? have formulated a logical solution to help rible losses suffered in the United States. We If so, why don’t they fly them? Why do all prevent future catastrophes involving hi- believe that this tragedy affects us all. We the International lines except Russia fly jackings. An internet video surveillance sys- share the pain of the lost lives and know American Planes? Why does no other land on that we must unite our efforts to do every- earth even consider putting a man or woman tem. The equipment to record movement and thing in our power for this to never happen on the moon? You talk about Japanese tech- post to the internet is already available from again. We should forget about all our dif- nocracy, and you get radios. You talk about http://www.x10.com/, and x10.com has been ferences, and focus together on the critical German technocracy, and you get auto- delivering affordable internet tools since issues that need to be resolved in the world mobiles. You talk about American technoc- 1997. I’m sure with a few simple adjustments, today. Our prayers are with you.—Andrei racy, and you find men on the moon—not and an FCC pipe to the internet a plane and all your other brothers and sisters in once, but several times—and safely home Russia. again. could be equipped with the same surveillance system as a house. The system could contin- From Ukraine’s Roman Catholic You talk about scandals, and the Ameri- cans put theirs right in the store window for ually post updates to the internet where the Vicar General, Bishop Stanislaw everybody to look at. Even their draft-dodg- video could be monitored for the safety of Szyrokoradiuk: ers are not pursued and hounded. They are the passengers and people on the ground. DEAR CONGRESSWOMAN KAPTUR: I would here on our streets, and most of them, unless This would be a deterrent for future attacks. like to present to You and through You—to they are breaking Canadian laws, are getting It would give passengers some peace of mind. all American people—our condolences be- American dollars from ma and pa at home to And it would give us the opportunity to cause of the terrible tragedy that has strick- spend here. strike back and bring a commercial plane en the whole world. When the railways of France, Germany and down before it was close enough to crash We have been very shaken to know about a India were breaking down through age, it into a building that thousands of people were series of acts of terrorism that happened in was the Americans who rebuilt them. When working in. the United States of America yesterday. the Pennsylvania Railroad and the New York I would be happy to help out with the de- It has been an awful blow by its cruelty Central went broke, nobody loaned them an velopment and installation of such a life-sav- and scale that struck not only USA but all old caboose. Both are still broke. ing device. Thank you. humanity. I received this notice during spir- I can name you 5000 times when the Ameri- JOSEPH A. POIRIER, itual retreats in our Higher Spiritual Semi- cans raced to the help of other people in Toledo Air National Guard. nary in Vorzel, where all priests of our Dio- trouble. Can you name me even one time cese came. As a sign of our unity and sym- when someone else raced to the Americans in From a constituent who e-mailed us: trouble? I don’t think there was outside help pathy in your grief we celebrated Holy Mass DEAR MARCY. Some thoughts about what for the souls of the departed and prayed for even during the San Francisco earthquake. may be some of the gifts of this tragedy. I Our neighbors have faced it alone, and I’m all victims. May the Lord strengthen them am grateful for the heart you have always one Canadian who is damned tired of hearing by His grace that they may outlive this hor- brought to your leadership. them get kicked around. They will come out rible disaster. Please lead for us in a new way. Find the of this thing with their flag high. And when In all our churches there are Divine Serv- power in collaboration. Power to create they do, they are entitled to thumb their ices and prayers said for the souls of the de- amazing solutions by bringing your dif- nose at the lands that are gloating over their ferences together and relinquishing out- parted victims and for all those who have present troubles. I hope Canada is not one of suffered. comes based on self-interest. Listen to each those. other and learn what the listening will These days our hearts and our prayers are Stand proud, America! Wear it proudly!! with your people. teach. Let debate and fear-based grasping for Sincerely yours, From an elderly and disabled con- power cease. Discover how to be powerful in BISHOP STANISLAW SHYROKORADIUK, stituent from our district: coming together in dialogue and collabora- The Roman Catholic Vicar She can’t give blood or send money, but tion. Your singing on the steps of a sacred General of Ukraine. has been trying to think what she could do place of American government has far more to help in this situation. It came to her that From Western Europe: substance and potential in it than patriotism everybody should fly their flag. It’s a visible stoked by attack. Lead us in learning what I cannot find the words to describe our sign of our support of our nation and the per- this tragedy can teach. Is it possible to de- feelings about what happened in NY and severance of the citizens. Also all the tv and fend us and secure the world community Washington! Our thoughts are with you and radio stations could be asked to play the na- without adding to the fire of terror and vio- all American people. tional anthem once all at the same time. lence? Just asking ourselves the question While obviously it’s difficult to go forward She’s asking Marcy to ‘‘get the word out’’ so and hearing what comes forth might yield together, it’s the only way! people could be asked to do this. May we? vital new methods to add to the old. This is Hope that nobody of your relatives/friends From Arab-American Muslims in my a time when we can see who we are. Help us will be amongst the victims. community, the strong resolution of reflect the best of ourselves back to each Warm regards, other. The American people are responding ROOS & GERARD. condemnation that no political cause could ever be assisted by such immoral to each other with such generosity and full From Canada: hearts. A new world order may be able to acts: emerge as we look at what generates order in AMERICA: THE GOOD NEIGHBOR WE DEPLORE THE ATTACKS ON THE WORLD the middle of chaos. We are watching it as This Canadian thinks it is time to speak TRADE CENTER AND THE PENTAGON we look at our television sets today. up for the Americans as the most generous We strongly condemn this morning’s plane You are in my thoughts and prayers. and possibly the least appreciated people on attacks on the World Trade Center and the NANCY HARSHMAN.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5548 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 The outpouring of good will over evil around the world that they cannot Mr. Speaker, yesterday this nation, is evident in every act, every letter, have it both ways when it comes to ter- our citizens and really the entire civ- every call, every encounter. America rorism. They cannot condemn ter- ilized world witnessed what is arguably will surmount this new test of her will rorism with their words, but support the most barbaric action against hu- and her freedom. terrorism with their prosperity, their mankind on this Earth since the dawn God bless America. currency and their diplomacy. of civilization, save maybe the Holo- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Let us join together and write a his- caust. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- tory that says to those countries who Mr. Speaker, I think if anyone who tleman from Kentucky (Mr. are ambiguous about their support for has been listening for the last 6 hours WHITFIELD), who has waited for hours us, that there will be no more aid, or so has any doubt that this Congress, to get to the floor to speak, a Member there will be no more trade, and there speaking on behalf of our constituents, of the Committee on Energy and Com- will be no more arms from the Amer- has the total and complete resolve of merce. ican people. them, our constituents, and this Na- Mr. WHITFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. Speaker, let us unify tonight, so tion, to take whatever action is nec- thank the gentleman for yielding me that when our descendants read this essary to revenge and to stamp out ter- time. history, they read this history in an rorism where it exists anywhere in the Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this America that is more strong, more world, they must be reassured by what resolution. Yesterday’s treacherous free, and more safe than the one we are they have heard. acts of demented minds led to families privileged and blessed to live in to- I want to join in expressing my pro- shattered, dreams crushed, lives lost, night. found sorrow for those who lost their unwritten futures tragically ended. Im- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. lives, their families, and all of the in- mediately though came America’s re- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- nocent people who were used as instru- action. Rescuers charged into doomed tinguished gentleman from Georgia ments of evil yesterday. I would just buildings, police braved falling debris (Mr. NORWOOD), a member of the Com- simply say that the resolve of this Con- to aid the wounded. Evil attacked yes- mittee on Energy and Commerce. gress and what the President said last terday; America withstood the assault. Mr. NORWOOD. Mr. Speaker, I sup- night should send a clear and unmis- Those shocking images of smoke and port this resolution to condemn these takable signal all around the world dust came down to this: a father gone; terrorists. Our hearts are broken for that, yes, this country was changed a wife, a sister, gone. As sure as the fa- the loss of life. We must condemn this yesterday, and, yes, the world was mous towers in which they worked, act. We have to treat our wounded. We changed. pray for the mortal souls of the vic- gone, too, the passengers and airline b 2115 tims, for peace and grace of the family crews en route to California and else- And the way it was changed, as one where. Nationwide, people rushed to members, and we will mourn, and we will bury our dead. of the speakers before said, is that no blood banks, eager to have their own longer will countries who harbor these blood flow into the veins of those Then what? These attacks have likely cost more terrorist organizations be able to say, wounded by an unknown enemy. American lives than we lost at Pearl we did not have anything to do with it; Let that enemy note that this nation Harbor, and in a far more cowardly it was them. That will not work any- of many people is often at odds, but manner. more. From now on, as far as this under pressure is united. A blow War has been declared on America. Member of Congress is concerned, gov- against one is a blow against all. Let Now what? ernments are either willing to be with the enemy know, America will respond. Do we capitulate and wait for the us in this fight, in this war against ter- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am next terrorist attack? Do we wait for rorism, wherever it exists in the world, 1 pleased to yield 2 ⁄2 minutes to my good another attack on our freedom and or they are co-conspirators in it. friend and valued colleague, the gen- American lives? Do we really think we Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. tleman from New Jersey (Mr. AN- can deter these barbaric acts or really Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- DREWS). prevent them? Is preventing 9 out of 10 tleman from Alabama (Mr. ADERHOLT), (Mr. ANDREWS asked and was given terrorist attacks going to be enough, a distinguished member of the Com- permission to revise and extend his re- or do we fight back and make the price mittee on Appropriations. marks.) they pay for evil so high they will Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, genera- never again wish to attack America? thank the gentleman for yielding me tions of American school children will They have recognized that we have a this time. read and study about September 11, justified reluctance in waging war Mr. Speaker, as we think of the most 2001. In their history, they will see that while still having difficulty identifying important things tonight, we think of Americans across our land are mani- specific nations or even groups of tar- prayer and we think of the people of festing the spirit of their chosen God in gets, or, for that matter, even deter- this Nation. Prayer is sometimes spo- millions of acts of compassion and mining who to name in a declaration of ken of as a thing of last resort, but is mercy. In their history, they will hear war. actually our primary source of of the heroic efforts of firefighters, Mr. Speaker, I urge approval of a dec- strength and power before, during, and EMTs and EMS personnel, police offi- laration of war, granting our com- after a crisis like this one. Above all, cers and medical personnel. They will mander in chief his constitutional abil- let us pray at this time for the endur- read this history, but, in the next few ity to prosecute a total war, not unlike ance of survivors and rescue workers in days, we will write that history. maybe the 7th Congress had to deal New York and at the Pentagon so that Let that history show that we came with with President Thomas Jefferson those who are trapped can be rescued together, we found the organizations in his fight against the terrorism of the and returned to their loved ones. Let that were responsible for the acts of Barbary pirates. us pray for the President and all of terror against our people and our coun- Mr. Speaker, we have been attacked. those who offer him council and advice. try yesterday, and we found any na- We are at war, and we just lost a bat- Mr. Speaker, we are proud beyond tions who participated or permitted tle. Let us move this debate to the words of the spirit of this Nation. The that terror, and we acted swiftly and level necessary to defend our country. I Red Cross is overwhelmed with volun- destroyed those organizations and de- urge every Member to vote for this res- teers wanting to give blood. We are stroyed the war-making capability of olution and rapidly move to the real proud of the orderly way in which this those nations. debate to protect America. Nation handled a day of attack and un- Let that history show that this was Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very certainty. the day when America said it was no pleased to yield 2 minutes to my good We all take comfort that there are longer any good in the world to play friend, the distinguished gentleman still those who will give up their time both sides of the fence when it comes from Tennessee (Mr. TANNER). and effort to those in need; and we saw to terrorism; that it was the day we Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I thank that demonstrated yesterday, and we said to the so-called moderate states the gentleman for yielding me time. continue to see that even now.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5549 Earlier this year, I had an oppor- et and the Committee on Ways and ‘‘The Council agreed that if it is de- tunity to visit Pearl Harbor and to Means. termined that this attack was directed visit the place where the U.S.S. Arizona Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I thank from abroad against the United States, was attacked on December 7, 1941. the gentleman for yielding me this it shall be regarded as an action cov- Along with the other Members of Con- time. ered by Article 5 of the Washington gress who were there with me that day, Mr. Speaker, in times of such a trag- Treaty, which states that an armed at- we never thought that within 4 edy, it is very difficult to put our tack against one or more of the allies months, America would see even more thoughts into words. While our minds in Europe or North America shall be loss of human life than that terrible are busy trying to comprehend just considered an attack against them all. day in 1941. My generation has actually what happened in the tragic events of ‘‘The commitment to collective self- seen very little of war. However, after yesterday, our hearts are burdened defense embodied in the Washington yesterday, my generation knows what with grief. We have seen the pictures of Treaty was first entered into in cir- it is for these United States to be what happened, and we are beginning cumstances very different from those under direct attack. to hear the heart-wrenching stories of that exist now, but it remains no less The legislation before us tonight innocent lives cut short. As President valid and no less essential today, in a clearly expresses how this House feels Bush said so well last night, ‘‘Our Na- world subject to the scourge of inter- about these attacks. Furthermore, we tion saw evil.’’ national terrorism. When the Heads of must use our resources to make sure But in the wake of this tragedy, we State and government of NATO met in that as much as humanly possible, that have also seen something else: the Washington in 1999, they paid tribute what happened on September 11, 2001, goodness of the American people and to the success of the Alliance in ensur- does not happen again. the strength of the American spirit. I ing the freedom of its members during Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- think of the elderly man my wife saw the Cold War and in making possible a lighted to yield 2 minutes to the gen- yesterday afternoon placing small Europe that was whole and free. But American flags carefully along the tleman from Rhode Island (Mr. KEN- they also recognized the existence of a highway in front of the gas station NEDY), my dear friend and distin- wide variety of risks to security, some guished colleague. where he worked. I think of a story I of them quite unlike those that had Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. heard last night from a friend who said called NATO into existence. More spe- 1 Speaker, I thank the gentleman from that she waited 4 ⁄2 hours in line at a cifically, they condemned terrorism as California, and I salute him for his blood bank to be able to give blood. I a serious threat to peace and stability leadership on this issue, as I do my col- think of the office worker I saw on tel- and reaffirmed their determination to leagues on the other side of the aisle. I evision sometime yesterday on some combat it in accordance with their rise in strong support of this resolution TV show, one of the World Trade Cen- commitments to one another, their and I thank our congressional leaders ter office workers, who got out of the international commitments, and na- for bringing it to the floor today. building just before it collapsed. She tional legislation. The images that we have witnessed said, as she was coming down the ‘‘Article 5 of the Washington Treaty on television over the past 2 days defy stairs, there were firefighters going up, stipulates that in the event of attacks comprehension. As we struggle to come firefighters who lost their lives, even falling within its purview, each Ally to grips with the devastation we have as they fought to save the lives of oth- will assist the Party that has been at- seen, we must come together in sup- ers. tacked by taking such action as it Yes, Mr. Speaker, our Nation did see port of those who have experienced this deems necessary. Accordingly, the evil yesterday; but we also saw some- national tragedy on a personal level. United States’ NATO allies stand ready thing else. In the proud display of our Those who have lost their loved ones to provide the assistance that may be flag throughout this land, we saw pa- have my and all of our deepest sym- required as a consequence of these acts triotism. In the outpouring of support pathies. American life as we know it of barbarism.’’ we saw at local blood banks, we saw was tragically changed yesterday; and Many of our colleagues stood up and compassion; and in the heroic actions said we stand tall. We do. But we also yet we will not find the cowardly per- of those very firefighters and rescue do not stand alone. Our NATO allies petrators of this violence if we do not workers, we saw courage and sacrifice. are with us. take the necessary steps to make sure In these noble actions around this STATEMENT BY THE NORTH ATLANTIC COUNCIL of it. country, some big and some small, we America is not a Nation that flinches On September 12th, the North Atlantic saw our Nation’s character. Council met again in response to the appall- when struck, that backs down when Now we call on this character, both ing attacks perpetrated yesterday against threatened, that blinks in the face of to help continue finding our fellow the United States. evil. As my uncle, President Kennedy, Americans and to track down the per- The Council agreed that if it is determined once said, ‘‘We stand for freedom. That petrators of these unspeakable crimes. that this attack was directed from abroad is our conviction for ourselves and that We must find those responsible; and against the United States, it shall be re- is our only commitment to others. No garded as an action covered by Article 5 of when we do, they must suffer the con- the Washington Treaty, which states that an friend, no neutral, no adversary should sequences of their actions. We must al- think otherwise.’’ armed attack against one or more of the Al- ways remember that though America lies in Europe or North America shall be con- Our Nation will take every and all may be attacked by terrorists, America sidered an attack against them all. appropriate steps against those respon- will not be defeated. This attack may The commitment to collective self-defence sible for taking the lives of innocent shock us, but it also unites and embodied in the Washington Treaty was first Americans, and we will show America’s strengthens us. entered into in circumstances very different enemies that they may damage our Today, our Nation stands tall, as it from those that exist now, but it remains no less valid and no less essential today, in a buildings and attack our citizens, but will continue to stand in the days and they cannot undermine our spirit. Our world subject to the scourge of international years to come, graced by God and as a terrorism. When the Heads of State and Gov- armed forces and our intelligence com- beacon for freedom and justice for the ernment of NATO met in Washington in 1999, munity will hunt down and root out entire world. they paid tribute to the success of the Alli- this terrorism. The whole Federal Gov- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield ance in ensuring the freedom of its members ernment is behind this, and we are myself such time as I may consume. during the Cold War and in making possible united in our efforts. We will find these Before yielding to the gentleman a Europe that was whole and free. But they perpetrators, regardless of where they from Illinois, I want to share with all also recognised the existence of a wide vari- are and wherever they attempt to hide. of my colleagues a statement issued by ety of risks to security, some of them quite America will not rest until we bring our allies of the North Atlantic Treaty unlike those that had called NATO into existence. More specifically, they condemned them to justice. Organization. terrorism as a serious threat to peace and Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. ‘‘On September 12, the North Atlan- stability and reaffirmed their determination Speaker, I yield 21⁄2 minutes to the gen- tic Council met in response to the ap- to combat it in accordance with their com- tleman from Ohio (Mr. PORTMAN), a palling attacks perpetrated yesterday mitments to one another, their international member of the Committee on the Budg- against the United States. commitments and national legislation.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5550 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Article 5 of the Washington Treaty stipu- b 2130 We will likely bring up legislation to- lates that in the event of attacks falling But make no mistake, we will rise to morrow to allocate Federal aid for the within its purview, each Ally will assist the rescue efforts in New York and Wash- Party that has been attacked by taking such fight this horrible offense. The heart and the soul of the American people ington. action as it deems necessary. Accordingly, Mr. Speaker, terrorism does not work the United States’ NATO Allies stand ready cannot be destroyed by cowardly, face- to provide the assistance that may be re- less acts. Never, never will we be de- against the United States. It will only quired as a consequence of these acts of bar- feated. The United States has been vio- strengthen our will to stamp out this barism. lated as a Nation, but we are united. new evil. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the We will pick ourselves up and face the Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- gentleman from Illinois (Mr. PHELPS), challenges of the coming days, weeks, tleman from Michigan (Mr. CAMP), a my friend and colleague. and months. member of the Committee on Ways and (Mr. PHELPS asked and was given West Virginians and others around permission to revise and extend his re- Means. the country are outraged and sickened Mr. CAMP. I thank the gentleman marks.) by yesterday’s attack, but I ask my from New Jersey for yielding time to Mr. PHELPS. Mr. Speaker, I thank constituents, my colleagues, and my the gentleman for yielding me this me. fellow Americans not to let the outrage Mr. Speaker, I rise to join with my time. I have great respect for the gen- outweigh our compassion and coopera- colleagues in Congress and all Ameri- tleman and his leadership on this question. The heroic efforts of so many cans to express support for this resolution. Americans are inspiring and heart- tion. Today, although my heart is I rise in support of this resolution warming. weighed down by the tragedies affect- against these terrorist acts. No words Now is the time for us to unite and ing our Nation, I stand in appreciation can ably express my feelings about yes- follow our Nation’s leaders with full of the strength and resilience shown by terday’s cowardly, barbaric assault faith. I know that the United States is Americans here and abroad. against our country, our innocent citi- the greatest country in the world, and There have been countless examples zens, and our open, democratic way of I feel blessed to enjoy the freedoms of heroism in the face of unbelievable life. that we share. God bless America. tragedy. Hundreds of rescue workers I experienced every emotion possible: Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very continue to work and look for sur- anger, disgust, sorrow, fear, and even pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend vivors. Thousands of Americans have helplessness. But now, I am determined and colleague, the gentleman from New lined up to give blood, and all across and anxious and stand ready to act. My Jersey (Mr. PALLONE). the country, citizens are offering sin- thoughts and prayers are with the vic- Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, the at- cere prayers. Their faith in America tims and family members of those tacks by terrorists yesterday against proves that this country will prevail in whose lives were lost in these horrible the United States shocked this Nation, the face of tribulation. My prayers are terrorist acts. but let it be known to those respon- with the victims and their families. I, like all citizens, am outraged and sible that we will track them down and This resolution further confirms and sickened by this unprovoked attack punish them. This Nation will respond makes clear that rescue efforts and in- and will stand with the President to and this Congress will stand united vestigators are receiving and will con- find those responsible and to bring with our President to ensure those re- tinue to receive the full resources of swift punishment for these reprehen- sponsible are held accountable for their the Federal Government. sible acts of violence. actions. Any nation that supports or The cowards who helped perpetrate Mr. Speaker, we must not let these harbors these terrorists should be re- this act will not get away. They and attacks on our country weaken our re- taliated against by the United States those who offer them assistance and solve to maintain a free and open soci- to the full extent of our military capa- haven will be punished. Terrorism ety that all countries can emulate. We bilities. against America will not be tolerated. must now show the world that our Mr. Speaker, today, as heroic men This resolution clearly sends a message country will continue to stand strong and women in New York and Wash- to those responsible that they cannot in the face of tragedy. We must show ington continue to search for victims, hide, and they will face the wrath and the cowards responsible that they will we pray for the families and friends of justice of the United States of Amer- not win. If we place our faith in God, those who have lost loved ones and ica. America will remain united as we pray for wisdom, and pray that God be those who still wait to receive word on rebuild and recover in the aftermath of our pilot, we will succeed and be vic- the missing. these heinous acts. torious. Yesterday, after witnessing the hor- May this message be clear: The spirit Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. rors at the World Trade Center and the of democracy and freedom that Amer- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- Pentagon, citizens of this great Nation ica embodies will survive and cannot be tinguished gentlewoman from West demonstrated their courage and their shaken by violence or terror. I urge all Virginia (Mrs. CAPITO), who is a mem- willingness to help their neighbors in of my colleagues to support this meas- ber of the Committee on Transpor- need. ure to send a clear message that Amer- tation, as well as the Committee on Fi- In my home State of New Jersey and ica will not tolerate terrorism and will nancial Services. in my district, thousands of residents punish those who commit such appall- Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise in came forward and contributed blood for ing acts. support of House Joint Resolution 61. the victims of the World Trade Center. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- Today, my heart is heavy, filled with So many of my constituents answered lighted to yield 2 minutes to my friend sorrow and outrage. Today, there are the call for blood that many had to and colleague, the gentleman from children who will be unable to hug wait in line for several hours before California (Mr. HONDA). their parents again, and there are par- they were able to assist. Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I thank ents who will never hear the voice of Owners of ferry boats in Atlantic the gentleman for yielding time to me. their children exclaim, Hi, Mom; Hi, Highlands, New Jersey transported dis- Mr. Speaker, I rise today to join my Dad. So today, I join with my fellow placed workers trapped on the tip of colleagues to offer my prayers to fami- West Virginians and my colleagues to Manhattan to a safer spot in New Jer- lies of the victims, those that have offer our tears, our support, and our sey. Emergency personnel, doctors, and been injured or lost, those who seek prayers. nurses from New Jersey have worked bravely to find life among the rubble. The events of yesterday bring our around the clock to assist the coura- I join with my colleagues in strong perspective into sharp focus, reshaping geous firefighters and police officers in support of this resolution. All four and strengthening our notions of free- New York. flights yesterday were bound for my dom, democracy, and peace. An attack The reaction to this tragedy by the home State of California. Many fami- that claimed the lives of our loved ones American people is proof of how strong lies in our very area are still waiting and attempts to destroy our national this Nation is. The government, includ- for family members and loved ones who resolve hurts America. ing this Congress, continues to operate. will never return.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5551 In their memory, I am proud to stand military; we are a Nation of free people Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. today with all of my colleagues to in- who will not surrender. After consoling Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- form the enemies of the United States the survivors and healing the wounded, tinguished gentleman from Iowa (Mr. that they may have shaken the founda- our task as a free people is to support LEACH), a senior member of the Com- tions of our buildings, but they will the many men and women trying to mittee on International Relations and never, they will never shake the foun- prosecute the war against terrorism. former chairman of the Committee on dation of our democracy. The unwaver- All those sworn to protect our na- Banking and Financial Services, and ing strength of our democracy can be tional security and our public safety, now on the Committee on Financial found in our people and in our beliefs from the President to the paramedic, Services. and in the enduring ideal of our Repub- need our support and our prayers. We Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, there is lic that states ‘‘All men are created are free to mourn, we are free to re- nothing more difficult than to provide equal.’’ build. Our freedom is our strength, and perspective to events of this week, but Mr. Speaker, many have likened yes- we will endure. Terrorists are slaves to it would be self-evident that two of the terday’s attacks to the surprise attack their hate. They will be caught. They profoundest lessons are that all soci- made upon Pearl Harbor in 1941. When will be punished. eties, particularly democracies, are I saw the many acts of bravery and Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- vulnerable to terrorism and that there compassion in the streets of New York lighted to yield 2 minutes to my friend is a growing breach between elements and at the Pentagon, I firmly believe and colleague, the gentleman from New of the Islamic world and Judeo-Chris- that we as Americans have lived up to Jersey (Mr. PASCRELL). tian values. the lineage of valor from that fateful Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, I In this context, it is imperative that day. thank the gentleman for yielding time those responsible for heinous acts be I firmly believe that we will find to me. held accountable at the bar of justice. those responsible, and that the fullest Mr. Speaker, I support this resolu- Likewise, it is critical that any re- measure of our justice will be meted tion. Our American family has faced an sponse be fair as well as firm so that an out. There is one legacy I pray that we assault on its way of life. Our freedom action-reaction cycle is not precip- do not embrace: the abandonment of has come under attack. We are still itated. our most cherished ideals when blinded coming to terms with the vision of our Force is justified against terrorists by rage. own brothers and sisters, our sons and and their harborers, not Islam or inno- Former Secretary of State Warren daughters, our mothers and fathers, cents. I stress this point because from Christopher said it best last night: ‘‘We being victimized by despicable acts an American perspective, terrorism is must learn from the past to make sure perpetrated by the evil and the cow- the enemy. We respect Islam and Is- that we do not repeat the injustices ardly. lamic nations. The only brief we hold is visited upon one ethnic group in 1941.’’ What happened yesterday was an un- against parties that manipulate hatred I pray we bring those responsible to speakable act of war on the very foun- and employ tactics of terror. justice, and that we do so justly, in a dation of what makes us American. It Civilized values, whether of the East manner unclouded by hatred or racial was a craven assault on thousands of or of the West, are rooted in just be- prejudice. That is the foundation of our innocent people who are enjoying the havior and fundamentals of faith. Ac- democracy. freedom we hold so dear and the per- cordingly, at this traumatic juncture, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. petrators so despise. It was a day of in- the U.S. has an obligation to emphasize Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- comprehensible terror and grief, con- our identity with those individuals of tinguished gentleman from Con- ceived and carried out by the very faith who derive their values from the necticut (Mr. SHAYS), the chairman of worst of mankind. Koran, as well as the Old and New Tes- the Subcommittee on National Secu- Indeed, our American family has wit- tament. rity, Veterans’ Affairs and Inter- nessed evil at times throughout its his- The barbarous acts precipitated in national Relations of the Committee tory. From the world wars to the Holo- New York and Washington are more on Government Reform and Oversight. caust to the ethnic cleansing in Bosnia, crimes against civilization and human- Mr. SHAYS. Mr. Speaker, I thank the we have always responded with action ity than attacks on the United States gentleman for yielding time to me. that exemplifies the very best of what as a Nation. Hence, as we seek account- Yesterday’s events forced us to con- we stand for. ability, we look for the support of front as never before the barbarism and And it continues. Yesterday, with the faithful people and justice seekers of cowardice of terrorism. We grieve for daring of our rescue workers, with the all societies in a war to eliminate the the victims, our fellow Americans, and complete compassion of strangers cowardice of terrorism. we pray for their peace. May we seek standing in lines 800 deep to give their The despicable acts of this past week our peace with this painful horror by own blood, the government wholly uni- do not put American security particu- offering solace and comfort to their fied as one voice behind a Commander larly at risk; it is civilization and civ- families, friends, colleagues, and all in Chief. We have shown the world that ilized values which demand protection. those affected by this tragedy. it is impossible to break our will in Acts of war have been committed America. Our country will move on, b 2145 against innocent men, women, and our mission still intact. We will march Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 children going about the daily business forward with all conviction to fight for minutes to the gentleman from Vir- and routines that are American life. freedom. ginia (Mr. SCOTT). Lives have been lost. Life in America Mr. Speaker, make no mistake, make Mr. SCOTT. Mr. Speaker, I rise with will never be the same. Yet, while we no mistake about how resolved we are. my colleagues in support of the resolu- react and respond to the attack, we We are resolute in our stance that tion. must not succumb to the terror. It is those hateful warmongers who per- Yesterday freedom’s bell rang for the weapon of an uncivilized, spir- petrated these atrocities will be hunted thousands of civilian and military per- itually bankrupt enemy who dares not as predators, the very predators that sonnel as it has for over 200 years. confront us openly. they are. They will be punished in a Mr. Speaker, on December 8, 1941, In the face of utter irrationality, ra- way that is unmistakable in the de- President Roosevelt and his message to tional people feel defenseless, but we fense of our country and all we hold Congress declared, ‘‘Yesterday, a date are not defenseless. The very freedom dear. which will live in infamy, the United that made us vulnerable yesterday re- Justice, I say to the gentleman from States of America was suddenly and de- mains our impenetrable bulwark New Jersey (Mr. SMITH) and the gen- liberately attacked.’’ Likewise, we against the massacre of innocents that tleman from California (Mr. LANTOS), today declared that the date of Sep- is terrorism. It is our freedom they tar- must prevail, even though the heavens tember 11, 2001, will also live in infamy. get, our freedom they envy. may crumble. Yesterday’s attack is in the order of We are not a Nation defined by tall God bless America. God bless our magnitude beyond anything we have buildings, a strong dollar, or a powerful families. ever experienced in the history of the

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5552 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 United States. As many as five to ten cause they believe in and a Nation they terday, and as we contemplate our national re- times more lives lost than at Pearl hold dear. sponse. Harbor, lives of Americans from all Not until 3 hours ago did the full im- Mr. SHADEGG. Mr. Speaker, I would walks of life. port of what has happened sink in to simply say it was impossible to stand At this tragic time, America must me. For 3 hours ago, I and 24 of my col- there and not be stricken with grief speak with one voice and support the leagues on the Republican Study Com- and embroiled in rage. President in his efforts to hold all of mittee, Members of Congress, went to The survivors of this tragedy, the those responsible accountable for their the Pentagon. We stood literally 50 feet victims and their families, deserve our actions. from where the gaping hole exists in thoughts and our prayers. It was Our thoughts and prayers go out to the side of that building. We spoke brought home when we went to the the families who lost loved ones in this with the FBI, and we spoke with the site. great tragedy. first response teams that were there. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman Our Nation extends its greatest ap- We thanked them for what they had from Indiana (Mr. SOUDER). preciation to rescue personnel who re- done. Mr. SOUDER. Mr. Speaker, it is hard sponded to this tragedy, especially Mr. Speaker, I would like to yield to for us, as we have been in one of cen- those who risked or gave their lives in two of my colleagues who joined us for ters of the firestorm, to react emotion- an effort to help others and those who their reflections on that site and on ally as we have tried to deal with this will continue the grim work in the these events. issue with our staff. days and weeks to come. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman We can see the pictures like other May God bless America. from Michigan (Mr. HOEKSTRA). Americans. But last night, when I went Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Mr. HOEKSTRA. Mr. Speaker, I home to my apartment and actually Speaker, I yield such time as she may thank my colleague for yielding. could look out the window and see the The gentleman is absolutely right. consume to the gentlewoman from Wy- smoke from the Pentagon across the The trip we took down to the Pentagon oming (Mrs. CUBIN). interstate and smell the smoke in my late this afternoon put the horrors of (Mrs. CUBIN asked and was given apartment, it became a little more yesterday into context. We were taking permission to revise and extend her re- real. a look at the side of the Pentagon, the marks.) Until the Republican Study Com- part that was virtually destroyed, and Mrs. CUBIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in mittee organized this first group of recognizing that we were still only see- support of the resolution. Members to go over this afternoon and ing a partial picture of the devastation Mr. Speaker, there are no words to describe we were standing there at the site, we that had happened with the crash. We the anguish we and all Americans feel on this thought that it is just a small measure were able to thank the individuals who, day. Our innocence has been stolen as we of what they must feel in New York. for the last 36 hours, have been on-site discover our vulnerability to the acts of zeal- The ability to thank our workers who in a search and recovery mode, trying ous madmen. are strained, who are stressed, who are to do everything they can to identify President Bush reassured Americans last now going in trying to find the bodies, and find the survivors and answer the night that, while those who detest freedom the dads and the moms and the broth- questions. On behalf of a grateful may destroy brick and mortar and even take ers and the sisters of Americans who America, we were able to express our the lives of innocents, they can not destroy the have been brutally assassinated by ter- appreciation to those workers in per- American spirit. We can take comfort and con- rorists and to talk about how in their son and also to the people working in fidence in our national resolve and depend on offices now they have the names and New York. it to help us overcome this temporary setback. Also, our thanks go out to the grate- how they are targeting where they are Clearly, we must gather the American spirit ful people who entered into prayer last going to go in and try to find them. and rally around our Commander-in-Chief. We The building is still burning in some night for the victims, the families and must support his efforts to make crystal clear parts as they try to find the black box. for the workers that have done such the fact that the American people are united The men were trying to figure out heroic things. whether the structure was safe for and resolute; that we will take a stand against Mr. Speaker, all across America last night, them to go in. Yet, if they do not go in attacks on our sovereignty; and that we will people came together in prayer. They prayed soon, they cannot get the black box atone this grievous act. for the victims of yesterday’s tragedies and out and this holds valuable informa- I am sure the entire membership of this they prayed for the loved ones of those who tion. So time is of the essence. body joins me in supporting the President in lost their lives. the crisis and in praying to God for guidance. As a country, we prayed for understanding, We wanted to personally thank, in Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. and we prayed that our children would never our small way, those Americans so Speaker, I yield 6 minutes to the gen- again have to witness such senseless vio- dedicated and make it clear to anybody tleman from Arizona (Mr. SHADEGG), a lence. around the world that this is a Nation member of the Committee on Energy As we attempt to come to grips with the of love but also a Nation that is angry. and Commerce. scope of what happened yesterday, I am re- This is a Nation that is very pas- Mr. SHADEGG. Mr. Speaker, on De- minded of our great nation’s motto: ‘‘In God sionate and cares but also wants some cember 7, 1941, America was forth- We Trust.’’ answers and some results. Our heart rightly challenged by a foe. A foe that Today, as a nation, we need to reaffirm our goes out to them; and I thank the gen- came in marked planes and attacked belief in this motto, because now, more than tleman from Arizona (Mr. SHADEGG), military targets. They stood forward to ever, we as a nation need to put our trust in the leader of the Republican Study defend themselves and their posses- God. Committee, for organizing this because sions. That was the Pearl Harbor at- My heart goes out to the victims and fami- it was an experience that many of us tack. lies and friends of those killed and injured in will never forget. Yesterday, America sustained a cow- yesterday’s attacks. We need to keep them at Mr. SHADEGG. Mr. Speaker, as we ardly attack. Our foes came in un- the forefront of our thoughts and prayers. We stood outside of the building, wit- marked planes and they sought, not also need to keep in our prayers the thou- nessing the devastation, listening to military targets, but civilian ones. Mr. sands of firefighters, police, rescue personnel, the descriptions, the fact is that from Speaker, they have made a grave error. doctors and others who are tirelessly working the outside we can only see a part of They have underestimated the resolve to rescue the victims of these barbaric attacks. what is going on. There is vastly more of this Nation. Make no mistake, we To those who would dare threaten the destruction inside the building as it is will hunt them down and they will pay. United States, or the freedom that she rep- spread out and there are dead bodies Last night, my daughter and several resents, I can tell you that the resolve of our there. of her college colleagues went to a great people and this great nation remain I was struck by the comment of one blood donation center and stood in line strong. Through our faith in God, we will not worker. He had been there when the for over 41⁄2 hours to give blood. She easily be bowed. plane went in the building. He had seen and millions of other Americans stand May this be a season of prayer, as we at- the building moments after its first im- forthrightly today to help fight for a tempt to understand the tragic events of yes- pact.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5553 He said to me his most difficult mo- We will have to devote more of our were injured or killed yesterday and ment was not then and not when he national resources toward intelligence with all Americans. was told perhaps there is a second gathering and counterterrorism. America is coming together and fo- plane en route and their lives were in We must resist the dark temptation cusing on bringing the full weight of danger. His toughest moment was when toward human prejudice as the inves- our Nation into recovery effort. We he went home last night and his 5-year tigation of these attacks unfolds. In will find our missing, bury our dead, old asked him who would do this and the wake of the Japanese attack on heal our wounded and rebuild. The why would they perpetrate such an act, Pearl Harbor, Japanese-Americans light of freedom has not been extin- why would they bring down an airline, were terribly mistreated by our gov- guished. why would they seek to kill so many ernment and many of our countrymen. As the book of Isaiah says, ‘‘Your sun people. I do not know where the current inves- will never set again, and your moon It is incomprehensible when you see tigation will lead, but I do know that will wane no more; the Lord will be the death, when you see the devasta- no religious or ethnic group that com- your everlasting light, and your days tion, and when you understand it. But prises our diverse society must be of sorrow will end.’’ make no mistake, our opponents need made to suffer solely because of their Mr. Speaker, that brings me to the to look no further than the roof of this religion or ethnicity. other thoughts I have been having building. The American flag, the sym- We will go after these terrorists, and since this tragedy unfolded. From this bol of freedom, Old Glory was there we do so in concert with our allies day forward, the word needs to go out yesterday. It is there today. It will be around the world. Democrats and Re- from this country that no matter what there tomorrow. We will not surrender publicans alike, we are all Americans dark place the enemies of America until we have found them and we have in a common enterprise. We will not let wish to hide in, our law enforcement exacted retribution. this happen again. and military will find them. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. I strongly support President Bush minutes to the gentleman from Vir- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- and his position that countries pro- ginia (Mr. MORAN), my friend and dis- tleman from Arizona (Mr. FLAKE). viding safe havens to known terrorists tinguished colleague. Mr. FLAKE. Mr. Speaker, I stand be treated no differently than the ter- Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speak- today in strong support of the resolu- rorists themselves. We have the ability er, we cannot yet grasp the impact of tion. to deliver destruction of biblical pro- Tuesday’s events on the future of I just returned a couple of hours ago portions. Those who carry out these American life. In Northern Virginia, from a tour of the Pentagon. Two horrible acts need to be punished, ei- our fear and anxiety are almost over- things struck me. First, we owe a huge ther through our court system or whelming. All of us know someone who debt of gratitude to the response teams through the reach of our military. works at the Pentagon. They are there who have risked their lives to To the people of America, I ask you friends and neighbors. They are active save the lives of others. to continue to keep the victims of this in our schools and churches. In short, Second, I would suggest that anyone attack in your prayers and pray for the they are good people who have devoted who has a hard time with the Presi- safety of those engaged in our rescue their lives to the defense of freedom. dent’s phrase that this is an act of war efforts. Our thoughts and prayers are with the ought to visit that site. It is impossible This cowardly attack was condemned entire family of Pentagon employees. to do so without coming away strug- throughout the world but was cheered They have demonstrated once again gling for even stronger words to de- in the streets of Iraq, East Jerusalem, the particular dangers to which our scribe that act and that tragedy. This and the West Bank. It is truly a sick military and Federal civil servants are was an act of war, and we need to re- society that teaches its children such often subjected. spond accordingly. hate. For them to cheer at this terrible While thousands of innocent lives Mr. Speaker, we live in a free society; loss of innocent life is something I will have been lost, this much is certain. and because we do, there are some make a point of remembering. The perpetrators of this horrible at- things that we will never do, some risk The new war against terrorism began tack must not succeed in weakening that we are always willing to accept in yesterday, but the healing begins the United States or its core values. order to live in a free society. But at today. Our enemies hoped yesterday to We must not retreat from our legiti- the same time there are things that we weaken America, to hurt it, but they mate role as the leader of the free need to do. failed. America will come out of this world. The first thing we need to do is to re- horrible event stronger, more united, Where American interests are at spond to this act of terror. and more powerful than ever. stake or where the cause of freedom I was heartened by the President’s Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. and democracy can be appropriately statement last night that he draws no Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- advanced, American foreign policy distinction between those who com- tinguished gentleman from Northern must be one of active engagement. mitted these acts and those who harbor Virginia (Mr. TOM DAVIS). American leadership in promoting terrorism, those who assist terrorism. Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. peace and democracy will put the Na- We should draw no distinction either, Speaker, I rise in favor of this resolution at odds with terrorists and others and I would urge this Congress to stand tion. bent on evil. behind the President in this regard. The event of yesterday, of course, Tuesday’s events, as horrible and as Seeing Americans all over the coun- will leave a lasting impact in our com- tragic as they are, do not mark the try pick themselves up and stand up munity in Northern Virginia. first time America has been targeted and move ahead on this day makes me because its most basic values are cor- proud once again to be an American. b 2200 rect. Fear of terrorists must not deter Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am Our friends, our neighbors, have all us from carrying on our policies just as pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- been affected, as I think has the whole we have for more than 200 years. tleman from Texas (Mr. GREEN), my country. But yesterday’s act was an America must also stand firm, friend and valued colleague. act of war, but the enemy was not nec- though, in its commitment to civil lib- Mr. GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I essarily a particular country or a na- erties for all of our people. In the com- thank the gentleman from California tion, but a network of terrorists har- ing months and years, all of us will for yielding me time. bored and enabled in some cases by have to make accommodations to I rise today, like a lot of my col- other nations who are lurking in the heightened security at our airports, leagues, with a heavy heart for anyone shadows, afraid of identifying them- Federal buildings, and other large land- who has suffered from yesterday’s trag- selves, even in some cases denying marks. We can and must make those ic and cowardly attack. Yesterday was their deeds while praising these acts. accommodations and in a manner that one of America’s darkest hours. Our The perpetrators of these vicious acts is wholly consistent with the U.S. Con- thoughts and our prayers are with the and their abettors are not wholly iden- stitution. families of the victims and those who tified as yet, but their act of war was

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00063 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5554 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 not only against the United States, but vacation in Hawaii when the plane was stretched arms of the Statute of Lib- against all freedom-loving people hijacked. Ms. Goodchild was the daugh- erty, to find a new home and to find a throughout the globe. Any failure on ter of William and Ellen Goodchild of life in this country because we allow our part to act decisively against these Attleboro. She had a brother, Neil. those types of liberties to our people mass murderers will only encourage Lynn graduated from Attleboro High who live here. more such acts against other peoples School, went on to graduate from Bent- Mr. Speaker, yesterday is not going and other nations. ley College in Waltham, Massachu- to take that away. There was an at- Our country has put aside the par- setts, and worked at Putnam Invest- tempt to rock the seat of government tisan squabbling, and we stand united ments in Boston. of this country, to take out our leaders behind our President to give him the Dianne Snyder, 42, was a flight at- and destroy our economics. All of those resources he needs to seek out and pun- tendant from Westport, Massachusetts. have failed. The only thing that has ish those responsible for these cow- She is a mother of two children, ages 11 succeeded was the pain, the suffering, ardly acts. and 14. She and her husband, John, and the needless death of so many in- We thank our allies and other leaders moved to Massachusetts from Con- nocent people, the number of which is across the world for their expressions necticut just a few years ago. Dianne staggering, and may be as high as 20,000 of support and sympathy; and working worked for American Airlines and was to 30,000 people will be found to be the together, we can rid this planet of the on the job on Flight 11. As John Snyder victims of that terrible ordeal. terrorist menace that knows no bound- said, ‘‘I know there are so many fami- Our hearts go out to the families, and aries, obeys no rules, respects no life. lies that are affected by this in so the Federal Government is marshaling Mr. Speaker, this resolution is only a much pain right now.’’ His words are its resources to help in the recovery start, but it demonstrates our deter- tragically true. and to help in trying to find those who mination as a Nation to stand shoulder While respecting the privacy and per- may still be alive in that twisted rub- to shoulder united as one people, to sonal grief of Lynn Goodchild, Tara ble and that wreck of a building that bring justice to these attackers and Shea Creamer and Dianne Snyder’s was a landmark of this great Nation. normalization to our lives. families, friends and colleagues, I be- When that is completed, and as we My deepest sympathy to the families lieve it is important that my own col- continue to discuss this today, we will of these victims and those awaiting leagues and the American people know find those who are responsible and word on loved ones who cannot be ac- something about the Americans mur- bring them to the swift justice that counted for. My appreciation to the dered yesterday by terrorists. Three they deserve. No place can they hide on rescue workers, the police, firefighters women are now lost to all of us. Their this planet; nowhere can they find ref- and medical personnel and volunteers talents, hopes and dreams lost forever. uge from what they did yesterday. who have risked their lives to help Mr. Speaker, I ask all my colleagues Mr. Speaker, I wholeheartedly sup- their brothers and sisters. These Amer- to hold Tara Shea Creamer, Lynn port this resolution. The prayers of icans and countless volunteers have Goodchild, Dianne Snyder and their this house, the prayers of the world are again demonstrated the American spir- families, along with all of the victims with those families who have been it at this time of crisis. of this tragedy, in their thoughts and touched in Washington and New York, To those military and Federal em- prayers. and the families who are the victims of ployees who were targets of the suicide Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. those plane crashes. God bless America bombers, they once again, as in Okla- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- and God bless those who are in pain homa City, have paid the supreme price tleman from New York (Mr. GRUCCI). and suffering tonight. for anger directed at our political sys- (Mr. GRUCCI asked and was given Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 tem. They are heroes who will forever permission to revise and extend his re- minutes to the gentleman from North be remembered for the sacrifice they marks.) Dakota (Mr. POMEROY). made for freedom. History will never Mr. GRUCCI. Mr. Speaker, I rise as Mr. POMEROY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in forget their heroic sacrifice. so many do here this evening to speak support of the resolution before us. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 about the atrocities that have hap- Today, Americans the Nation over minutes to the gentleman from Massa- pened with a very heavy heart. In my went to work with a unity and sense of chusetts (Mr. MCGOVERN), my distin- district there are men and women who purpose borne of the unspeakable trag- guished colleague. went to work yesterday morning to edy we suffered as a country yesterday. Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I rise work at the World Trade Center, and We are all filled with a deep sense of in strong support of this resolution; they never returned home. Their chil- loss for the thousands of innocent vic- but tonight I would like to take a mo- dren have no mother or father, and tims, their families and friends. We are ment to tell my colleagues about three their families will forever be touched. I all as Americans in awe of the heroism of the lives so cruelly ended yesterday ask why. Why does something like this we have seen by our police and our fire- by nameless cowards. happen? Was that a military installa- fighters, as well as that from ordinary Tara Shea Creamer lived in my tion that was targeted for attack? The Americans who have risked or even hometown of Worcester, Massachu- answer is, no. It was a building where given their lives in courageous efforts setts. She was just 30 years old when men and women shopped and worked, to help others. she departed Boston on American Air- and children from schools would go to Mr. Speaker, as Americans we all lines Flight 11 which crashed into the ride the elevator to the top floor to want to pitch in and help in the imme- World Trade Center. Ms. Creamer and look out over the horizon of the New diate recovery effort; and the long, her husband, John, were married in York City skylines to New Jersey and slow lines of the Nation’s blood banks 1994 and have two children, Colin, age out to Long Island. will bear witness. 4, and Nora who is just 15 months old. I ask myself did those people do As Americans, we also know that we She also had three sisters and two something wrong. The answer is no, are in a war today. We are at war with brothers, and her husband teaches in they did nothing wrong. Why? The an- terrorists who seek to rob us of our the Worcester Public Schools. swer is there is no answer to a question way of life, just as they robbed us of Ms. Creamer was one of seven em- like that. When people are born and our countrymen in their cowardly at- ployees of the TJX Company bred to be evil as those who have per- tacks of yesterday. They will not win headquartered in Framingham, Massa- petrated this crime against society their war against the people of the chusetts, flying to Los Angeles on a 3- have been, there is only one answer, United States. day business trip. and that answer is to eradicate that Our freedoms, liberties and collective Lynn Goodchild, was 25 years old and evil from our society so that freedom- strength of united American people lived in Attleboro, Massachusetts loving people, people who wish to live represent a far more mighty force than which is in the central part of my dis- with the liberties that we enjoy in this these murderers could ever have im- trict. She was one of the 65 people on country, the same kinds of liberties aged. We are applying that strength board United Airlines Flight 175 from that have brought many people today in an urgent, focused effort to Boston to Los Angeles on her way to through our gates and through the out- identify those responsible. And when

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Mr. Speaker, I yield these terrible acts, we will render a people of our Nation who have experi- such time as he may consume to the fearsome punishment in response, not enced the loss of a family member. gentleman from Ohio (Mr. BROWN) a solely to account for the lives taken This is a time to speak of the strength valued member of the Committee on and the losses inflicted against us, but of our Nation and to let the world International Relations. in defense of freedom for us and people know that we resolve that to never (Mr. BROWN of Ohio asked and was around the world. allow any terrorists to think for one given permission to revise and extend Despite the devastation and horrific moment that they can, by their con- his remarks.) loss of life wrought by yesterday’s at- duct, permanently disrupt our democ- Mr. BROWN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I tacks, the terrorists failed to achieve racy. rise to honor the victims and the fami- their objective. They have not even This is a time to ferret out the per- lies, especially the firefighters and the made a dent in the very source of sons who have committed these acts of police officers who gave their lives. American greatness: a strong, united terrorism and to hold them account- Mr. Speaker, no words can properly express people living freely in the greatest de- able. In time we will emerge from this the emotions we all feel regarding the attacks mocracy the world has ever known. stronger, wiser and more compas- in New York and Washington. My deepest In honor and loving memory to all sionate. In time we will find our way. sympathies go to the families and friends of who died and their families, we will not In time we will again laugh, share good those Americans taken from us in this brutal, rest until this war these terrorists cow- times, and take pleasure in our family, senseless manner. ardly launched yesterday is won and friends and favorite pursuits. Thousands of military, law enforcement, and won completely, and our country and Mr. Speaker, in times like this, I call rescue personnel are currently assisting the the world made safer as a result. upon my faith and say, ‘‘Weeping may victims and piecing together the clues that will Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. endure for the night, but joy cometh in lead to the capture and appropriate punish- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- the morning.’’ ment of the perpetrators of these horrendous tleman from Wisconsin (Mr. PETRI), the acts. At this time of crisis in our nation, I urge b 2215 chairman of the Subcommittee on all Americans to exercise patience and caution Highways and Transit. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. and to search for ways to help fellow citizens. Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- I also urge my fellow Americans not to allow support of the resolution before us. tinguished gentleman from Georgia these unprovoked acts to diminish our shared Tuesday’s terrorist attacks were de- (Mr. KINGSTON), a member of the Com- faith in the United States or to compromise the signed to create fear and chaos, but the mittee on Appropriations. values that make ours the freest country in the real effect has been to pull us together. Mr. KINGSTON. I thank the gen- world. The celebrated resolve of the American Through a systematic act of war, the tleman for yielding me this time. people to overcome adversity must and will terrorists have awakened a sleeping Mr. Speaker, yesterday, in addition prevail. With the memory of those lost, Amer- giant, and as a result they will discover to losing thousands and thousands of ica will persevere. how effective we can be now that we our fellow citizens, loved ones, parents, Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very are sufficiently united and motivated. moms, brothers and sisters, we were at- pleased to yield 2 minutes to my distin- Mr. Speaker, our friends in the Brit- tacked at three symbolic buildings, a ish Parliament and German Bundestag guished colleague and good friend, the financial center, a military center, and gentlewoman from Minnesota (Ms. have made it clear to me that they re- the government center, buildings gard yesterday’s attack as an attack MCCOLLUM). which Americans recognize, visit and Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, yes- against civilization, not just against study. The financial center, the World the United States; and I believe that terday’s terrorist attack was a crime Trade Building, where wheelings and attitude is shared by most people against the American people and it was dealings that affect the entire globe around the world, and that most of the a crime against humanity. Calling this take place, indeed the actions them- world’s governments will cooperate attack an act of war does not begin to selves, breaking the skyline of New with us in a spirit of resolute solidarity accurately describe this barbaric at- York City, the economic beacon of the as we develop a strong, intelligent re- tack. West. The Pentagon, where our strate- sponse. Today, we stand with our President, Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 gists, our generals, get together, the the men and women of law enforce- minutes to the gentlewoman from Ohio wizards of what is best for national se- ment, and with our Armed Forces as curity. And Washington, D.C., the very (Mrs. JONES). we dedicate our Nation to achieving Mrs. JONES of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I center of the free government and rep- swift and appropriate justice for the thank the gentleman for yielding me resentative democracy. terrorists responsible for this act. this time. We were stunned in disbelief, con- Today, we have been inspired by the Mr. Speaker, for everything there is fused in grasping the scope of the ha- courage of Americans risking their a season and a time for every activity tred behind such an act, and yesterday lives to rescue and heal their neigh- under heaven; a time to be born and a was a very low and sad day for the bors. Today, we are comforted by time to die; a time to kill and a time United States of America. But it was America’s prayers for the injured and to heal; a time to weep and a time to also a defining moment, because Amer- grieving. And, today, from the ashes of laugh; a time to mourn and a time to icans, which are so often divided in phi- this horrific act, we as Americans reaf- dance; a time to embrace and a time to losophy and geography, by region, by firm our highest beliefs in freedom, de- refrain; a time to be silent and a time politics, by race and by economics, we mocracy and justice. to speak; a time to love and a time to are now one. We are united in our pa- On behalf of the people of Min- hate; a time for war and a time for triotism, our resolve and our commit- nesota’s Fourth District, our hearts peace. ment. and prayers are with the victims of After the atrocities of yesterday, we, This United States Congress will get this terrible crime. the American people, asked the ques- behind the proper government agen- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. tion: What time is it? This is a time for cies, the FBI, the CIA, the military, Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- prayer. This is a time to mourn the the Attorney General, we will give tleman from Florida (Mr. PUTNAM), a loss of life. This is a time to weep be- them the resources they need to iden- member of the Committee on Agri- cause crying eases the pain. This is a tify and plan a strategy to retaliate. culture and the Committee on the time to appreciate and honor those And, Mr. Speaker, the citizens of the Budget. countless, nameless men and women, United States of America will get back Mr. PUTNAM. Mr. Speaker, America firefighters, rescue workers, volunteers on our airplanes. We will return to our changed forever yesterday. Our inno- and others who have risked and lost workplaces. And we will resume our cence lost, we have had the horrors of their lives trying to help their fellow government in this great and free faraway capitals delivered to our own. Americans. country, and this land of freedom will Our freedom at stake, we have resolved This is time to embrace one another reign on and the bell will be heard all to fight back at all forms of terror and and to express our feelings of love. This over the world. tyranny. We have seen Americans rally

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00065 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5556 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 behind the blood drives to aid the and more.’’ The circumstances have Defiance, that we will not allow fear to com- wounded, shopkeepers who opened up changed since President Kennedy said promise our liberty or our way of life. their wares to weary, shell-shocked fel- these words. The sentiment has not. And resolution, that those responsible will low citizens, refused payment and bid God bless America. be found and brought to justice, along with only ‘‘God bless you.’’ Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. any who would follow their example. I was with the President yesterday in Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- These people sought to visit terror Florida when the initial attack oc- tinguished gentleman from Florida upon our country but it is they who curred, and aboard Air Force One (Mr. MILLER), a member of the Com- will live in fear, their nights spent in throughout much of the day as the mittee on Appropriations. terror and their days spent in hiding, breadth of the horror unfolded. The Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, until justice is served. President was calm, deliberate, and I join my colleagues and millions of Mr. Speaker, I join our President and thoughtful as he received wave after Americans in their shock, sorrow and our country in sorrow and resolution. wave of bad news and analysis. He im- outrage at yesterday’s horrific attack. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am mediately reached out to his national I join with them, too, in the resolution pleased to yield 2 minutes to my good security team and settled into his to stand united against terror and friend and colleague, the gentleman Commander in Chief responsibilities. against cowards that would attack in- from Maryland (Mr. CARDIN). He rightly made the decision to go to a nocent men, women and children, and Mr. CARDIN. Let me thank the gen- secure location to manage the crisis as against the fear that would overthrow tleman from California (Mr. LANTOS) it developed. I am sure all Americans our liberty. We will recover. We will re- for yielding me this time. are grateful, as I am, that the threats build. And we will continue to stand Mr. Speaker, it was 187 years ago this against the White House and Air Force proudly, a shining city on a hill, a tar- very evening that in Baltimore, Mary- One were not carried out. get to many, but a beacon of hope to so land, at Fort McHenry, this Nation, Mr. Speaker, the fabric of American many more. this young Nation, won its second war life was frayed but not torn yesterday. To the thousands of victims of yesterday’s of independence. It was the beginning It was soiled with the blood of innocent attack, and their family and friends, we offer of the end of the War of 1812. Francis American civilians. But our American nothing less than the full support of the most Scott Key on this very evening 187 way will not be diminished, and Amer- powerful nation on earth. All of us share in this years ago wrote his inspirational poem ica will not be tarnished by these tragedy, and my heart and prayers go out to that became our National Anthem. agents of evil. May America endure and the friends and family of the victims, including In that third verse, he wrote some prosper forever. the two employees of the Census Bureau’s words that are helpful for us this Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am New York Regional Office. Words cannot evening: pleased to yield 2 minutes to my valued soothe the pain of this loss, but I pray that it From the terror of flight or the colleague, the gentleman from Ken- is some consolation, to those who grieve, that gloom of the grave. a nation grieves with you. tucky (Mr. LUCAS). And the Star-Spangled Banner in tri- Already, the armies of compassion Mr. LUCAS of Kentucky. Mr. Speak- umph doth wave. are mobilized. Amid yesterday’s ter- er, I rise to add my voice to the out- We survived the attack by a hostile rible destruction was also great her- rage I am sure every American feels power and became the strongest Nation oism. Police, firemen, and rescue work- today. My condolences and those of my in the world, and we will survive this ers put themselves in grave danger in fellow Kentuckians go out to the fami- attack on our democratic principles, order to save the lives of others. Volun- lies who have lost loved ones as a re- and we will grow even stronger. teers worked through the night. People sult of yesterday’s tragic events. The Marylanders have once again shown lined up around the block and around victims of these cowardly attacks were their patriotism. Mr. Speaker, the calls the country to give blood. Yesterday to our office from doctors, from fire- innocent Americans of every color and was a call to action and America an- fighters, from ordinary citizens offer- creed. Heartbreak is the only word that swered. can adequately describe what I felt as I No one answered more readily than ing their help has been heartwarming. witnessed one of the most despicable our Commander in Chief. President Let me just conclude by the words crimes in our history. Bush’s day began yesterday with a that were included on a page of one of Franklin Delano Roosevelt described visit to Booker Elementary School in our major papers in the editorial sec- December 7, 1941, as a date which will my congressional district in Sarasota, tion, where it wrote: Lady Liberty still live in infamy. He described that day’s Florida. The gentleman from Florida stands tall, shrouded in smoke, covered in dust and blood. She is crying, she is attack upon Pearl Harbor as an (Mr. PUTNAM) and I were there to wel- unprovoked and dastardly attack. I say come him to the school when we afraid, she is angry, but she will not to my colleagues here in Congress, and learned of the attack. We joined him yield. my fellow Americans watching us here aboard Air Force One to return to Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. tonight, that the evil which fueled the Washington. En route to Andrews Air Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- murder yesterday of thousands of Force Base, we received a credible se- tleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. peace-loving Americans rivals that evil curity threat to the President and Air WELDON), the chairman of the Sub- which plunged our Nation into World Force One. Because of this threat, we committee on Military Readiness. War II some 60 years ago. And make no were diverted to Barksdale Air Force (Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania asked mistake, Mr. Speaker, yesterday’s at- Base in Louisiana. During the flight, and was given permission to revise and tack was nothing less than an act of we met with President Bush and he up- extend his remarks.) war. dated us on this tragedy. My respect Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. The terrorist forces against us would for him has only increased as a result Speaker, I think first tonight about see us brought to our knees and see us of the experience. I witnessed a Presi- the quiet efforts of thousands of ordi- shaking in terror. They would have us dent fully informed, engaged, and reso- nary people yesterday who were called back away from the freedoms we hold lute in easing the pain of the victims’ upon to do extraordinary things: the dear. But they must be made to under- families and our Nation, as well as firefighters and EMS personnel who stand that those freedoms are the re- finding and punishing those respon- climbed up the stairs of the World sult of 200 years of struggle. Nothing sible. Trade Center towers while thousands of within the terrorists’ power can daunt To those who committed this act of their fellow citizens were going down. this great democracy and its resolve. war and those who would stand with Why did they do that, knowing full It was John F. Kennedy who said, them or hide them or assist them in well that they would likely perish? Be- ‘‘Let every nation know, whether it any way, I offer only scorn, defiance, cause they could save people, strangers wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay and resolution. who were trapped inside. How many did any price, bear any burden, meet any Scorn, that small men with evil intent would they save we will never know. Those hardship, support any friend, oppose think for a moment that a cowardly attack brave heroes are no longer here to tell any foe, to assure the survival and the against innocent men, women and children us their stories. They perished, sadly, success of liberty. This much we pledge would ever constitute any kind of victory. when the towers collapsed. Who will

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00066 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5557 tell their story now? We have only the Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am stands for freedom and justice, and, testimony of those they helped, those pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- yes, we will prevail. We stand here to- who did not make it out, and, of tinguished gentleman from Arkansas night united behind our Nation’s ef- course, we have the thanks and prayers (Mr. ROSS). forts to seek swift justice. We will find of a grateful Nation. Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, like all all the people who orchestrated and How about the workers at our air- Americans, I was stunned, angered, and participated in this evil web. I have no ports who were called upon to land saddened by yesterday’s unprecedented doubts. These mass murderers, wher- hundreds of planes all across America and unconscionable terrorist attacks in ever they are, will be identified and, at airports large and small? They land- New York and here in our Nation’s cap- yes, justice will be served. ed them all safely. That is a story that ital. Tonight I participated, like thou- did not make the news. And the people Today is a time for all Americans to sands of Americans, in a prayer vigil, in the World Trade Center and the Pen- come together and pray for our coun- and I said a prayer for Brad. I asked for tagon, just folks who work a job day by try, for all the victims of this horrific a miracle to save him and so many oth- day, just like the rest us. They got up, tragedy and their families, and for all ers like him. went to work, kissed their spouse and those working around the clock to as- I say to our fellow citizens across the country, thank you. Thank you for their kids, and never came home. And sist in the rescue and recovery efforts your prayers for us, for the leaders of of the passengers and crews of the four that will get our Nation moving again. this country, and the so many public hijacked planes, innocent people just I am proud of the way that the people servants. They are appreciated, and trying to get from place to place on a of New York City and Washington, D.C. and all across America have responded they help right the mayhem to lift us busy day. They were going to business all. to these tragic events. As the details meetings, family outings or vacations. Yes, we are united. We are the United And so we ask as we take stock of unfold, no doubt the number of casual- States of America. our loss, what cowards could per- ties will be staggering, and we will God bless America. petrate such acts? Who would kill inno- have many questions to answer. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am cent people on such a massive scale? Our country is in a state of shock, pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend Dozens of our colleagues have said it but we are resolved to not let these and colleague, the gentlewoman from correctly. We are at war. So let us groups alter our Nation’s livelihood. California (Ms. LOFGREN). today prepare for a war. A Declaration We will overcome this tragedy, and we Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, yester- of War has been drafted. I will circulate will become a stronger Nation because day America experienced tragedy. With it tomorrow for my colleagues to co- of it. the collapse of the World Trade Center sponsor. We have a unique responsi- Mr. Speaker, yesterday’s attacks and the penetration of the Pentagon by bility here in this House, for the Con- were a threat, not only to our people, hijacked aircraft, thousands of Ameri- stitution, Article 1, section 8, gives the to our children, to our grandchildren, cans lost their lives. We all mourn, and Congress, and the Congress alone, the but to our freedom, and, indeed, the we are all resolved to take new steps to power to declare war, to raise and sup- American way of life. Simply put, they secure again the safety of our country. port armies, to provide and maintain a were acts of cowardice that will not be We Americans stand together now. navy, and to make rules for the govern- tolerated. As Americans, we will insist that these ment and regulation of the Armed Our response should be swift and American deaths be accounted for and Forces. That is our job, my colleagues, strong, one that will send a message, that American lives lost will not come our job alone. loud and clear, to terrorists around the without an extraordinarily high cost to world: we will not allow this to become those who are our enemies and those b 2230 the kind of country where our children who help and support our enemy. Let us do our job, the most impor- and grandchildren will always fear, a As we move ahead through each day, tant function of the Federal Govern- fear of terrorism. there is something that we must re- ment, to provide for the common de- Make no mistake about it, the Presi- member and take comfort in: a great fense. dent, the administration and this Con- nation is defined by great peoples. We My friends, this war will not be won gress will stand united as one America saw this greatness yesterday in the quickly, and it will not be won in a in our endeavor to root out, not only heroism of firefighters and police and very cheap manner. It will require the perpetrators, but also those who volunteers who tried to save others. We nothing less than a complete rethink- harbor and support such evil and inhu- saw it in the victims on planes who, ing about what constitutes national se- mane acts of terror. while facing certain death, called curity and intelligence. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. ground forces with information that So I ask my friends in good faith to Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- today are helping us put together the evidentiary pieces to identify our en- join together to give our President the tleman from Michigan (Mr. UPTON), the tools he needs to win the war and fin- chairman of the Subcommittee on emies. We Americans, our heritage may be ish the job. Telecommunications and the Internet Irish, Chinese, German, Italian, and My friends, we will infiltrate and of the Committee on Energy and Com- many more; we are Catholic, Hindu, decimate the ranks of these terrorist merce. Jewish, Muslim, Protestant, and more. groups. We will seek out and destroy Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, this has It is important to remember that it is their base camps and training grounds. been a long day, and somehow we knew not how we look or how we dress or the We will punish their clients and host last night that this nightmare would religion we follow that distinguishes us states. And we will eliminate their not go away when daybreak came this as Americans. No, instead, it is our leaders once and for all. This must be morning. This has been a long day, par- commitment to liberty, our dedication our goal. Nothing less will do the job. ticularly for those families that have to the American beacon of liberty and Let us give our families the security lost a loved one, and also for the emer- the passion with which we love Amer- they deserve. Let us make our streets gency personnel, friends, and neigh- ica. safe again. Let us send our enemies bors. This has been a long day for Let us punish America’s enemies, but into retreat. America, as we come to grips with this take care never to dishonor our coun- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. attack on America and the values that try by blaming other loyal Americans Speaker, I yield such time as he may we hold so dearly. merely because of their religion or eth- consume to the gentleman from Wash- I spoke earlier this afternoon with a nicity. ington (Mr. HASTINGS). family in my district whose son, Brad, Mr. Speaker, our country will emerge (Mr. HASTINGS of Washington asked worked on the 93rd floor of the World stronger after enduring these attacks. and was given permission to revise and Trade Center. Their news was no news, Today, our hearts and prayers go out extend his remarks.) no word, no good. to those who are lost and to their fami- Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. As we struggle with our grief and lies; and, as a diverse and united peo- Speaker, I rise in support of this reso- pray for those families, we are re- ple, we pray together that God bless lution. minded that this is a country that the United States of America.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5558 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. to all those who have suffered the trag- ations. But these terrorists inten- Speaker, I yield 21⁄2 minutes to the gen- edy of the last few hours. tionally target innocent men, women, tleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. GREEN- Many years ago, a young missionary and children. That, he said, is the dif- WOOD), the chairman of the Sub- was murdered while working in the ference between these bastards and us. committee on Oversight and Investiga- jungles of South Africa. Later, his par- The terrorists and the states that tions of the Committee on Energy and ents found in his diary a message that harbor them do not hate any of us as Commerce. is appropriate for us to contemplate individuals. They hate America; they Mr. GREENWOOD. Mr. Speaker, I today. The young man had written the hate our civilization. Now civilization thank the gentleman for yielding me following words: ‘‘He is no fool who must defend itself. We cannot bring time. gives what he cannot keep to gain what back the wonderful people who per- Mr. Speaker, President Kennedy once he cannot lose.’’ ished yesterday, but we can honor their observed that there were two moments All of us are mortal. We cannot de- memory. that the children of his generation termine the length of our lives or the The Statue of Freedom atop this cap- would never forget, the day Pearl Har- circumstances of our deaths. That is itol stands as a beacon. It was placed bor was attacked and the day that true of us today as it was true of those there when our Nation was torn apart Franklin Roosevelt died. innocent Americans who worked in the by the Civil War. That war shook the Now it can be said that the two mo- World Trade Center towers, and in the foundations of this building, but it did ments that my generation will never Pentagon, or were passengers in the hi- not undermine the foundations of our forget are the day President Kennedy jacked airliners yesterday morning. country. was assassinated and yesterday’s mur- As the day unfolded, they had no way Let us honor the dead, the wounded, der of the innocents. of knowing the sadistic and barbaric and the tens of thousands of the heroes The visions from the hell that was acts which would take their lives. They who are bringing New York and Wash- visited upon us yesterday will remain were innocent victims, and we mourn ington back to life. Let us defeat those in our memories for the rest of our their deaths. who have declared war on America. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am lives. Among the most horrifying of But we also mourn the deaths of pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- those images is that of the second Boe- those who freely gave their lives while tlewoman from the Virgin Islands (Mrs. ing 767 crashing into the World Trade trying to save others. We honor the Center at 9:03 a.m. CHRISTENSEN). firefighters, the police officers, and the Mrs. CHRISTENSEN. Mr. Speaker, I When flight 175 took off from Boston citizen volunteers who unselfishly gave thank the gentleman for yielding me with its 56 passengers and 7 flight at- what they or none of us can forever this time. tendants bound for Los Angeles, its keep. They gave their lives, and, in I rise this evening to join my col- pilot was my constituent, Victor doing so, they have gained what they leagues in support of this important Saracini. Before becoming a pilot for cannot lose, will never lose, and that is resolution condemning the vicious, United, Mr. Saracini had served his Na- the everlasting honor, gratitude, and unprovoked, and tragic attack against tion as a Navy pilot. As all commercial devotion of the American people. our country and our citizens. pilots, he was responsible every day for Today I feel unspeakable rage for Yesterday is a day that we will never the lives and the safety of others. I am those who killed our people. But, even forget, a day which began like any certain that this Navy man did not re- more strongly, I feel the sense of pride other, but one in which our lives were linquish his helm without a fight. in our country and the goodness and changed forever as we saw and heard Mr. Saracini leaves behind a wife, the decency of our countrymen. about the damage and destruction of Ellen, and two children, Kirsten and Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. our Nation’s symbols of freedom and Brielle. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- strength and the so very many lives Today, it is our duty to remember tleman from California (Mr. COX), the that are being lost. My heart, sym- and honor and grieve for all those who distinguished chairman of our Policy pathy, and prayers, and those of all of were torn from their families and from Committee. the people of the U.S. Virgin Islands, this life, even as we here who were our- Mr. COX. Mr. Speaker, the mag- go out to the families and friends of selves targeted for destruction struggle nitude of this tragedy is still revealing those who lost their lives in yester- to find some purpose in all this mad- itself. The bombings are over, but the day’s attack and to those who were in- ness. extent of the damage, the number of jured. But tomorrow we must dedicate our- people killed, is still partially obscured We also want to express our deep ap- selves to the reality that civilization to us. The death toll in a single day preciation to those police, emergency and freedom cannot exist side-by-side may eclipse the entire toll from the medical personnel, firefighters, and the with deranged and vicious assassins. Korean War. That this war, waged by countless others who selflessly and We owe it to our children and to the foreign enemies of the United States, quickly responded to save and protect children of those whose lives were sto- happened on American soil, makes it lives and who continue their efforts len yesterday to rid the world of those unique in our modern history. That it today and will do so for as long as they who thirst only for our destruction. happened on our city streets, that it are needed. As I stood on the steps of the Capitol targeted our national symbols, makes I fully support, and ask all Ameri- last night, I thought of another dark it all the more unbelievable. cans to support, our President in his hour in our history and the haunting determination to identify and find b 2245 words of Abraham Lincoln, who had those who committed these acts and stood there more than 100 years before But it is true, it happened. We are bring them to justice. and spoken these prophetic words: brought face to face with the grim re- But I also want to recall for all of us ‘‘With firmness in the right, as God ality that not only do a dangerous few the prayer of our chaplain this morn- gives us to see the right, let us strive of our fellow human beings hate Amer- ing who asked God to help us proceed on to finish the work we are in; to bind ica and what she stands for, but they free of prejudice. We must not use this up the Nation’s wounds; to care for him are willing to kill all of us and them- tragedy to malign or persecute inno- that has borne the battle; and for his selves in order to vindicate that hate. cent Arab Americans or any other peo- widow, and his orphans; to do all which These terrorist shock troops did not ple living in this country as we learn may achieve and cherish a just and know the names of the people they more about the true perpetrators of lasting peace, among ourselves, and killed, they did not know the identities this heinous act. with all nations.’’ of the families they have destroyed for- Mr. Speaker, America is strong. The Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 ever, and they do not care. As General American people are strong. We are a minutes to the distinguished gen- Norman Schwarzkopf said so pointedly country and a people of a deep and tleman from Ohio (Mr. STRICKLAND). yesterday, always, even during the abiding faith. With that faith, we will Mr. STRICKLAND. Mr. Speaker, on Gulf War, the United States has taken face this tragedy as we have faced oth- behalf of my constituents in Southern extraordinary measures to avoid civil- ers before; and we will never let the ac- Ohio, I want to express our condolences ian casualties in its military oper- tions of those who would foster and act

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Mr. pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- efforts in New York and Washington, Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. RODRIGUEZ), as well as the individual bravery of tleman from Florida (Mr. GOSS), the my valued colleague and friend. hundreds of thousands of everyday distinguished chairman of the Com- Mr. RODRIGUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I Americans who have lent helping hands mittee on Intelligence. thank the gentleman for yielding me in countless ways. The scenes and sto- (Mr. GOSS asked and was given per- this time, I thank my colleagues for ries of the thousands of rescuers who mission to revise and extend his re- bringing this resolution before us. willingly placed themselves in mortal marks.) My daughter asked me, What has danger in order to rescue survivors, Mr. GOSS. Mr. Speaker, we all know happened? I could not find the words to which resulted in hundreds of firemen what an arduous and shocking day yes- explain what has occurred. For on Sep- and police officers ultimately giving terday was. Mr. Speaker, we are experi- tember 11, the agents of evil and hatred their lives in that effort, is something encing direct and deep feelings of grief have declared war against our country, that will stay with me forever. We are and loss for the families of the victims, seeking to use fear as a weapon in a truly a Nation of great and heroic peo- so many victims there were. CeeCee cowardly attack on the World Trade ple. Lyles of Fort Myers, Florida, in my Center in New York and the Pentagon I know that the thoughts and prayers district was a flight attendant on one near Washington, D.C. These attacks of everyone in our Nation go out to of the United Airlines flights, number were, by far, the deadliest ever many people involved in this event: the 93, one of the brave Americans who launched against the United States victims, their families and friends, the called her husband, reported the hi- and, by targeting symbols of American rescuers, those involved in the inves- jacking, and said good-bye. Imagine strength and success, clearly were in- tigation and, certainly, the President the terror of that. tended to intimidate our Nation and on whose shoulders now falls tremen- Today I started my day as usual, weaken its resolve. But the cowardly dous responsibility. We have many dif- walking to the Capitol office from my perpetrators of these heinous crimes do ficult days ahead of us; but this Nation nearby home here, and there was the not know America. They do not know is strong and, by the grace of God, we Capitol dome above us, rising beau- Americans. will survive and grow stronger through tifully, boldly, reassuringly, into a For freedom is not a vulnerability; it this trial, as we have many times be- bright, blue sky and the strong sun- is our strength. Throughout our his- fore. The terrorists have robbed our shine of the morning today. I thank tory we have met every challenge, and Nation of many lives, but we will never the Lord for keeping it safe, and the we will meet this one. Make no mis- let them rob us of our spirit. good Americans who worked to do that take: this was an act of war against the In closing, let me quote from former as well. United States and all of our people, and President Jerry Ford who made these For a minute, it was like yesterday we will not tolerate it. As we experi- comments when he received the Con- never happened; it was just all a bad ence this tragedy, I have joined, and we gressional Gold Medal last year: ‘‘In dream. And then we all went to work. have all joined, the President and the the course of some 86 years, I have seen The images, the statistics, the reports, Congress and the American people in more than my share of miracles. I re- they are heart-wrenching. outrage. As a member of the House main convinced that politics is a very What kind of people, if we can call Committee on Armed Services and a noble calling, one worthy of enlisting them people, could think up and carry member of the Terrorism Panel, we the idealisms and commitment of a out such fanatical and diabolical atroc- will push for action to see that the young America. History tells us that it ities against innocent human beings? cruel people who have committed this is only a matter of time before your How does hate grow so grotesquely and horrible crime and those who have generation is going to be tested, just as get channeled into such devastation? sponsored them meet with justice expe- mine was tested by the economic de- What type of murderous leaders would ditiously. pression of the 1930s, foreign tyranny advocate these kinds of things? With the fall of the Twin Towers and in two world wars, and the hateful tra- Mr. Speaker, I say to my colleagues, the devastation of the Pentagon, Amer- ditions of Jim Crow. To you will fall this is the face of terrorism. It is un- icans have lost their innocence, but the responsibility of crafting a polit- speakably evil; and we, the United America will not be defeated. We do ical process that rises above focus States of America, are confronted with not know how many lives have been groups and sound bytes; for it on behalf of our citizens. I have no taken. We do not know how many trag- supplementing material prosperity doubt we shall prevail. We have profes- ic stories we will be hearing. But our with a spiritual purpose and a spiritual sionals at work who will find those re- hearts and our prayers go out to the goal. But, above all that is new, I hope sponsible; and they will protect us, as many victims, to the loss of life, to the you never lose the old faith in an they have done so well. We have the ca- pain and the suffering that is immeas- America that is bolder, freer, and more pability to render harmless those who urable. The heroic and selfless actions just with every passing generation. have done this; and we have, I think, of those workers, volunteers, State and America is a work in progress, and all the resolve of the people in our land local officials who responded to the of us, past, present and future, have and the leadership of our land com- tragic events with courage and deter- been or will be the torch carriers for mitted to this task. mination will not be forgotten. Our liberty and freedom in the 21st cen- There are so many Americans step- prayers go with the victims and with tury.’’ ping forward in so many ways, doing everyone. God bless America. Let us be those torch carriers. May wonderful things to provide relief, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. God bless and comfort our Nation and compassionate help and aid where it is Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- all of our people. needed, the kind word, the message of tinguished gentleman from Michigan Let us follow the path laid out by President support, all of these things. We have so (Mr. EHLERS). Ford. Let us have his hope, and let us all many allies and friends, other nations Mr. EHLERS. Mr. Speaker, in the stand firm for our noble cause, let us be work- around the world doing the same thing. hours since yesterday morning, my ers for justice, and let us be torch carriers for We can have freedom, and we can have emotions and certainly those of my liberty and freedom. security. We will be debating those colleagues in Congress and, indeed, of Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. things as we go forward. every American, have ranged from dis- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- I am reminded of something that belief to shock, anger, and sadness, and tinguished gentleman from Texas (Mr. happened in Japan after Pearl Harbor then to a determination to see that all BRADY). which has been referred to. There were those responsible for this reprehensible Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, some who said, ‘‘We have awoken the act be brought to justice, and that we on behalf of the caring families and

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Mr. Speaker, I thank We must continually bear in mind sional District, and on behalf of the the distinguished gentleman for yield- the words of Benjamin Franklin when members of the Texas Task Force One, ing time to me. he had stated that ‘‘those who would the Urban Search and Rescue Team As we pray for the September 11 vic- sacrifice their essential liberty to seek from Texas A&M University who were tims and their families, let us remem- a small portion of temporary safety de- swiftly deployed to help New York, I ber not only what it means to work in serve neither liberty nor safety.’’ Free- rise to pledge our help, our support, Washington, D.C., but to live in Wash- dom is not our greatest liability, it is and our prayers. ington, D.C., like the 600,000 people who our greatest asset. b 2300 call the Nation’s capital home. Many of Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am us who serve in this House live here, pleased to yield 2 minutes to my good Today we come together to reinforce too, and the rest of us spend as much friend and distinguished colleague, the America’s resolve, to state our un- time in the District as they do in their gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. qualified support for the President in own districts. NEAL). this time of crisis. The enemy knew well that the way Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. We come here also for the very real to attack our country was to try to at- Speaker, I thank the gentleman for purpose of trying to show those dearest tack this city. If we shift course yielding time to me. and nearest to the victims of yester- enough to learn how to safeguard the Mr. Speaker, I just want to join all day’s terrorist attack that their deep Nation’s capital from the new ter- who serve in this wonderful House on sense of loss is shared by a Nation. Of loved ones suddenly taken, we rorism, New York and the rest of the this occasion, both Democrat and Re- hope that in some small way we can country will not be far behind. publican, to condemn in the strongest help further the sense of a life well ful- Understand that this will require a possible terms the unimaginable and filled, a time on Earth well spent, and radical reevaluation of security as we unprecedented terrorist attacks that joyous days to come in a glorious place have known it. Just as important, it took place at daybreak yesterday. Not waiting eagerly for us; of loved ones will require that we reconcile our secu- even air should stand between the two yet to be found, we pray and hope. rity with our core identity as an open, political parties on this issue. Years from now, the vision of Sep- democratic society. We are also reminded of the lyrics of tember 11, 2001, will mean something Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. that old song, ‘‘What a difference a day different to every eye that sees it. It is Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- makes.’’ In what represents the most a dark day, and to paraphrase the poet tinguished gentleman from Illinois serious act of aggression on American Alfred Tennyson, the heavens must (Mr. JOHNSON). soil in our Nation’s history, a nameless surely have filled with shouting at the Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Mr. Speak- and faceless enemy launched an assault sheer evil that man plunged upon inno- er, today we resume the process of on the very foundation of our society. cent man. Here on Earth we shouted as moving forward. All across our great For many Americans, the memory of well. land, people are crying out for justice. planes crashing into the World Trade By any measure, yesterday’s attack We as a Nation now know the horror Center and the Pentagon will be the de- was a declaration of war on our coun- and the terror that so many in the fining images of a lifetime. No words try, on our shores, and we must act ac- world experience on a daily basis. The can really express the feelings of cordingly. In the coming days, our actions taken yesterday by a few with- shock, sorrow, and outrage that we all challenge is to aid and comfort the out a doubt have the sanction of many. feel, and we are all in the process of fallen friends while showing the world Where is the return of good will that mourning in our own way. that America is absolutely unbowed. the United States so generously hands But soon we are going to desire an- And then, after due diligence and without? We, the United States of America, swers to precisely what happened, why out mercy, we must calmly and delib- are the promoters of democracy and it happened, and how we will prevent it erately exact justice from the terror- stability, of justice and of the sanctity from happening again. That, too, is a ists responsible, and each complicit of human life. Indeed, we have new natural response. But we also have to government. fears that did not exist before. How- be patient, because we need and want It will not be easy. ‘‘The times which ever, these fears have brought out a our response to be right. future generations delight to recall are new, untapped, infinite reservoir of Americans have been challenged be- not those of ease and prosperity, but of courage and strength never before wit- fore, and we will meet this challenge as adversity bravely borne.’’ America has nessed in history. we have before. We are blessed as a peo- faced unimaginable adversity before, Make no mistake, the perpetrators of ple by having our values and beliefs and we have borne it with one voice this act of cowardice will be found. We written into our Constitution, a and one power. are engaged in an undeclared war wellspring to which we repeatedly turn If Members believe in justice, believe against a tyranny of historical propor- in times of trouble. this: America’s time will come, and tions that has no face, bears no names, It is important to remember that those who celebrate terrorism will cel- and yet has many followers. The battle this is the act of a small group, and ebrate no more. we wage at this moment is a battle these actions cannot be blamed on any Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. against a diseased and flawed philos- ethnic group to which they belong. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that ophy that encourages the attack and That is the foundation on which our during consideration of House Joint the destruction of that which is good Constitution rests, and it is not, even Resolution 61, pursuant to the order of and right. on this occasion, worth giving up. the House of earlier today, debate on Any one person or multiple persons It is clear to the world that we stand the joint resolution be extended by 30 that would attack our Nation, the sym- united on this issue, and this Congress minutes, equally divided and con- bol of freedom for the world, is attack- will support the President as he under- trolled by the chairman and/or his des- ing the tenets of our liberty and a bea- takes action against this enemy. All ignee and ranking minority member of con of hope for the world. Congress will support these decisions the Committee on International Rela- As we move forward in the days to on rebuilding the devastation we feel tions. come, we must carefully use words today morally and spiritually. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. such as ‘‘safety’’ and ‘‘order,’’ and we We support the determination of the SIMPSON). Is there objection to the re- must be cautious when calling for ac- American people to proceed with pros- quest of the gentleman from New Jer- tions that ‘‘need to be taken for the ecuting those who are responsible for sey? good of the people.’’ I encourage my these actions. It is true now and it will There was no objection. colleagues to be wary of any suggested be true as long as it takes to bring Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very government action that would infringe these people to justice. pleased to yield 2 minutes to my dear on our freedoms. Any encroachment of Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. friend and distinguished colleague, the our civil liberties is a victory for the Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- gentlewoman from the District of Co- perpetrators of yesterday’s heinous tleman from Ohio (Mr. LATOURETTE), lumbia (Ms. NORTON). crimes. who is chairman of the Subcommittee

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00070 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5561 on Economic Development, Public Justice will not be obtained over- First, we will make every effort to Buildings, and Emergency Manage- night. I pray for the patience of the provide care for those who are injured ment, and they oversee FEMA. American people and for the patience and lend comfort to those who have Mr. LATOURETTE. Mr. Speaker, I of our President so that we may seek suffered the loss of a loved one. thank the gentleman for yielding time the truth and hold accountable those Second, we will provide all necessary to me. who are responsible. It is only through intelligence and military resources to Mr. Speaker, there are few new deliberate and thoughtful actions that ensure that additional terrorist at- thoughts we can add at this hour of the justice is served and future attacks tacks are stopped in the near and long evening about our reflected thoughts of prevented. term. the last 36 hours, but I do appreciate Yesterday, our age of innocence Third, our government will use the the fact that the House has made it ended, just as it ended 60 years ago at full assets of our law enforcement and available for every Member who want- Pearl Harbor. But unlike Pearl Harbor, intelligence communities to find the ed to offer a thought to do so. there is no obvious enemy. But like criminals who orchestrated these at- Aside from an expression of sincere Pearl Harbor, they have awakened a tacks and all those who aided them in sympathy to all those who have lost a sleeping giant. their effort. loved one, a prayer today for the souls In the shadow of this terrorist at- Once they are found, we will act of those who have perished, and an ex- tack, we find ourselves at the dawn of swiftly and deliberately to punish the pression of admiration and thanks to a new era of warfare in the 21st cen- guilty and show the world that this all of those who have struggled might- tury, one made more sinister by the type of treachery will not be tolerated. ily to recover and rescue people they stealth, cunning, and terror. We will Our country is the brightest light of do not even know, I would hope that we recover from this, but we will never freedom the world has ever known. The might all take a moment to con- forget this. For those who mean us greatness of America emanates from template the inhumanity of people who harm, let there be no mistake that the our people, and as we have seen would commandeer four aircraft full of United States and the rest of the civ- throughout our Nation’s history, our innocent people, including children, ilized world will unite together to de- people respond to evil like yesterday’s with the intent to propel them into feat them. acts of terrorism with greatness. May buildings filled with thousands of other We have experienced this harsh reality as God bless, protect, and guide America. innocent people who did nothing more no nation should ever have to, and must work Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am than show up to work on a Tuesday to prevent similar attacks both here and pleased to yield 2 minutes to our dis- morning. abroad. Toward this end, we will need to de- tinguished colleague, the gentleman These terrorists, Mr. Speaker, are velop a new international alliance committed from Massachusetts (Mr. OLVER). not people in the accepted under- to identifying and rooting out terrorists groups standing of the word, and the world Mr. OLVER. Mr. Speaker, I thank before they have the chance to strike. the gentleman for yielding time to me. will not be safe until they are blotted In closing, I pray for the victims and their Mr. Speaker, yesterday America was from the face of the Earth. I have every families; and I pray for leadership in this coun- assaulted by a carefully planned and reason and hope to believe that this try that is calm, deliberate, and just, in the executed campaign of terrorism. My Congress is united in its commitment midst of fear, anger and a thirst for revenge. to provide the President of the United In short, leadership worthy of the ideals and deepest sympathies go to those who States with every resource necessary values that have made our country strong and have been touched by this tragedy, the to search and recover the victims of just. victims and their families, and they in- this horrible tragedy and to search, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. clude victims and families from my discover, and destroy this blight upon Speaker I yield 2 minutes to the distin- district and my State of Massachu- the human race. guished gentleman from North Caro- setts. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am lina (Mr. HAYES), a member of the My heartfelt thanks go to the med- pleased to yield 2 minutes to my distin- Committee on Agriculture, and very ical personnel, firefighters, policemen, guished colleague, the gentleman from importantly, with this debate, the policewomen, and volunteers who have Wisconsin (Mr. KIND). Committee on Armed Services. selflessly answered the call. We are for- Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I thank the (Mr. HAYES asked and was given ever indebted to those heroic rescue gentleman for yielding time to me. permission to revise and extend his re- workers who have risked and given Mr. Speaker, I too rise in support of marks.) their lives in search of additional vic- this resolution and to offer condolences Mr. HAYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise in tims. to the victims and their families of support of this resolution. Yesterday, All of us pray that additional sur- these terrorist acts. our Nation suffered the most horrific vivors will be rescued from the devas- Yesterday’s attack on New York and act of terrorism the world has ever tation, and we must be certain that all Washington was a monstrous and cow- seen. Make no mistake about it, a hos- the needed resources are available to ardly act against the entire United tile act of this magnitude should be do that. But today we must also look States and our people. It was well-orga- viewed as an act of war against our Na- toward the future. We must ensure the nized and cold-blooded. The world tion. safety of our citizens, the primary goal watched as an army of heroes mobi- Like everyone here today, I am proud of both military and civilian compo- lized to help those in need at great risk to be an American. I am proud of our nents of our government. and personal sacrifice. Nation today, and I am proud of the I support the actions already taken From my home State of Wisconsin, I values and heritage which have made by the President to secure the Nation have heard from many who share a our Nation great. and provide disaster relief. We must common sense of grief and an out- Our main government was formed on mete out punishment for the perpetra- pouring of support for the victims and the base principle that our Creator en- tors of this attack. Our response must their families. Millions are answering dowed us with the inalienable right of be decisive but carefully calculated. the call for blood donations. Once life, liberty, and the pursuit of happi- One critical goal of American force and again, our Nation is demonstrating ness. Our government is charged with foreign policy must be to mobilize that we can rise to any challenge. We ensuring these freedoms and equal pro- other nations to join together with us will not be defeated, and living in fear tection to us all. to crack down on terrorism with new will not be an option. Unfortunately, there is unspeakable determination, and we must overhaul The immediate task before us is to evil alive and at work in our world and our airport security and surveillance secure the safety of our citizens, both against these principles. That evil per- procedures so yesterday’s disaster can- here and abroad, against any future at- petrated the terrorist attacks against not happen again. tacks; to care for those victims and our Nation yesterday. their families. Then we must deter- As we begin our new future, the b 2315 mine how this happened, who is respon- world can be assured that Americans Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. sible, and how we bring them to jus- will respond to yesterday’s attacks on Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- tice. three important fronts. tinguished gentleman from California

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00071 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5562 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 (Mr. GARY G. MILLER), a member of the personnel and volunteers who have sac- polls routinely registered very little Committee on the Budget and the Com- rificed to save American lives. concern for national security. Indeed, mittee on Financial Services. In an attempt to heal the Nation dur- few outside of Washington paid much (Mr. GARY G. MILLER asked and ing a tragic event of his time, Presi- attention to terrorist acts that were was given permission to revise and ex- dent Lyndon Johnson said, ‘‘Yesterday quietly averted nor was there much tend his remarks.) is not ours to recover, but tomorrow is support outside of Congress for in- Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. ours to win or to lose.’’ I say to the creased funding for intelligence or na- Mr. Speaker, I rise to speak in support American people, we will win tomor- tional security programs. That must, of House Joint Resolution 61. row. We will stand united against ter- and will, change. Now, there can be no As the horrific series of events un- rorism and evil. We will do everything doubt that our first priority must be folded yesterday, I like most Ameri- in our power to bring all the perpetra- the security of our people. cans watched in shock as the blatant, tors of these cowardly acts of violence Today, though shaken and mournful cowardly terrorist attacks in New to justice and put in place mechanisms over the loss of so many of our fellow York and Washington took the lives of to protect our citizens and this Nation Americans cut down by senseless acts thousands of our fellow citizens. from such acts in the future. of violence, our will is strengthened For far too long, we have stood on As I stand in support of this resolu- and our purpose is very clear. We will the sidelines while terrorist operations tion, I stand with my fellow Americans hunt down and destroy these agents of around the world have stockpiled weap- for our precious freedom, and I implore evil and bring swift and terrible ret- ons, trained their minions, and us to stand together as one Nation. A ribution to those who shelter them. Our Nation is built upon the hopes poisoned the face of the Earth with true rainbow of diverse colors, cultures and dreams of those yearning to live hate, death, and destruction. We have and religions, united against evil. free. From the smoldering ashes of this responded only to retaliate against ac- United together, tomorrow is ours to devastation, a steely resolve has been tions taken directly upon our citizens win. forged. The bonds that bind these and our interests. I also urge the American people to United States will not be broken and While these actions have been war- remember what a great leader said just we will never ever forget. ranted and severe, it has not been a few years ago. Jimmy Carter stated, God bless America. enough. Yesterday’s attack will be ‘‘We live in a time of transition and an Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am viewed as an act of war against Amer- uneasy era which is likely to endure pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- ica. for the rest of this century. During this tleman from Illinois (Mr. RUSH), our Today, we need to console those who period, we may be tempted to abandon valued colleague. have lost so much. We will grieve with some of the time-honored principles Mr. RUSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise this our brethren who have lost husbands, and commitments which have been evening in support of this very impor- wives, mothers, fathers, daughters, and proven during difficult times of past tant resolution. Yesterday, we wit- sons. We will grieve the loss of our generations. We must never yield to nessed a tragedy too devastating to friends and our fellow citizens in the this temptation. Our American values comprehend. Our hearts were broken as wake of this terrible, terrible tragedy. are not luxuries but necessities, not we watched the sanctity of the Amer- However, we need to be firm in re- salt in our bread but the bread itself.’’ ican workplace being attacked by face- minding our enemies, whomever they May God bless America. less cowards in a senseless act of ter- may be, that America remains strong, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. rorism. intact, and ready to respond. Do not Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- I say to those spineless scoundrels, mistake our grief and our tears as tinguished gentlewoman from Cali- America will not be intimidated. weakness or helplessness. In the com- fornia (Mrs. BONO). America will not be defeated. We will ing days and weeks, the United States Mrs. BONO. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gather greater resolve. We will recap- will again show the fortitude, the gentleman from New Jersey for yield- ture our focus. We will renew our wherewithal, and the strength of spirit ing me the time. strength. that has made our Nation the greatest Mr. Speaker, the entire world Throughout our Nation’s history in history. watched as this tragedy struck. Like Americans have always responded to Today, I ask my fellow citizens to be most Americans, I was transfixed by adversity with singular commitment patient. We will find those who have the horrible drama unfolding on my and boundless courage. Indeed, Amer- committed this heinous travesty. They television screen when, without any ica was born out of adversity. will be brought to justice. warning, the foundation of my building So, tonight, we pray for every victim We must now take this opportunity was rocked by the blast of the Pen- and every victim’s family. Many lives to send a clear message to those who tagon only blocks away. were lost and now only our prayers can would question America’s unity and Yesterday’s events shook the very bring the devastated families peace. We must acknowledge that yester- perseverance. Acts of terrorism will heart and soul of our Nation, regard- day’s assault will change the way we never go unpunished. America cannot less of whether you were close enough go about our daily business here in this be intimidated. to feel the impact or watching thou- Nation. We must operate under a new, Finally, I ask everyone, each one of sands of miles and a continent away. vigorous, and heightened sense of secu- us, as American citizens to pray for The rage and frustration Americans rity and with continued courage and these victims and for their families. shared gave way to a clear under- focus. Reach out. Offer what you can to help standing that our Nation was now at We will, Mr. Speaker, search out them as they grieve. Go that extra war, and this is a war like no other. every cave, look under every rock and mile to ensure that those who have Our enemy is invisible and consumed scrutinize every crevice on the face of survived this trauma are able to rejoin with hate, and the acts perpetrated the Earth until we find the cowardly us as a united people, and embrace that against America are an assault on all culprits who attacked and killed the spirit that has for so long made Amer- civilized people. innocent of our Nation. At this time, ica great. Yesterday, the people of California’s let us stand closer and more unified Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- 44th district lost one of our own. A against the evil forces that threaten lighted to yield 2 minutes to my good gentle lady parishioner from Palm not only our liberty but the liberty of friend and distinguished colleague, the Springs, who gave selflessly to help freedom-loving people all around the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. others, lost her life at the hands of world. CUMMINGS). cowardly and despicable fiends. My So, Mr. Speaker, tonight, to the Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, today prayers and thoughts are with her fam- American people, and to my colleagues I stand before you with a heavy heart ily and with the families and loved in the Congress, I quote Proverbs 3:5–6, in the wake of yesterday’s tragedy. Our ones of all of the victims of these hei- ‘‘Trust in the Lord with all your heart prayers go out to the victims and their nous acts. and lean not on your own under- families, and we give special recogni- Before yesterday, our national secu- standing; in all your ways acknowledge tion and thanks to all the courageous rity seemed a remote concern. National Him and He shall direct your path.’’

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5563 Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. States and have demonstrated the abil- Mr. LINDER. Mr. Speaker, I thank Speaker, I yield such time as he may ity and intent to carry out acts of ter- the gentleman from New Jersey for consume to the gentleman from Cali- rorism against America, including yes- yielding. fornia (Mr. GALLEGLY). terday’s atrocities. These barbarians By noon on yesterday, I was thinking (Mr. GALLEGLY asked and was are worse than criminals. They are en- about a wonderful book I read many given permission to revise and extend emies in a war that they have launched years ago by Alan Paton. It was enti- his remarks.) unprovoked against the United States. tled Cry the Beloved Country. On Tues- Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, I join It is time for this Congress, our Fed- day we cried, too. We cried for different my colleagues in standing in strong eral Government, our Nation to engage reasons than Alan Paton, but we too support of this joint resolution to- in this war against these organizations cried for our beloved country. night. to find them, to destroy them, and to The acts of the terrorists on that un- I rise in strong support of this resolution that ensure that attacks like yesterday’s believable day were acts of ultimate condemns the terrorists who murdered our citi- never happen again. violation on a society that is so open zens in a planned act of war, extends our con- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am and so free that even they could travel dolences to the families and friends of the vic- pleased to yield 2 minutes to the dis- unrestrained among us. tinguished gentleman from Washington tims in these attacks, commends the heroes b 2330 who responded to the scenes of destruction, (Mr. BAIRD). When the prayers are said, when the and supports the punishment of those directly Mr. BAIRD. Mr. Speaker, I thank the tears are dried, when the bodies are responsible and their sponsors for these acts gentleman from California for yielding buried, we must remember always. The of war. me the time. This is, indeed, a national day of unity and My friends, yesterday the story was war against terrorism has been en- mourning. It is important that we stand here about terrorism, horrible acts, des- gaged in only casually for the past 30 today, as representatives of the people in the picable acts conducted by a few crazed years. Now we must get serious and People’s House, and show our enemies we individuals who gave their lives to take win it. There are only two sides in this the lives of others. But let the story to- will not be bowed, that we are strong in our war. To those who believe there is neu- night and tomorrow and the days to resolve and that we will respond. The hijacked tral ground, we must say that belief come be not about terrorism but about planes attacked New York City and Wash- put them on the side of the enemy; and heroism, the heroism of hundreds who ington, D.C., but the devastation was wrought we will punish those with such beliefs. gave their lives to save the lives of oth- To those who believe that they can from coast to coast. I learned today that one ers. quietly harbor and help the terrorists, of my neighbors in Ventura County, California, The firefighters who raced into that we must say they are the enemy; and lost her brother-in-law, who was a pilot on one burning building knowing full well that our military will bring our enemies to of the doomed aircraft. She is one of thou- it would likely collapse on them and their knees. sands of Americans across this great land take their lives. The police and rescue To those who commit these unspeak- who mourn today. We owe it to the victims, squads who raced to the scene in the able acts of war, we will find those in- their families and to all Americans to stand hopes of saving people who were killed dividuals and kill them. I am not with- strong and united in our resolve to live in free- in the rubble. Passengers on that jet, out hope. Eugene McCarthy once ob- dom and peace, to promote the same through- who by their heroic acts may have served that America can choke on a out the world, and to punish those who have saved the lives of the people in this gnat, but swallow tigers whole. declared war on our soil and those who pro- building this evening and yesterday. Mr. Speaker, I have listened for 2 tect and encourage them. The volunteers who raced to the scene days to the Members of this body. This There will be justice. to see if they could help in some way. is the tiger we were sent here to deal Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. The heroism of our Armed Forces, on with, and we will. There will be no lack Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- alert even as we speak. The heroism of of resolution here. There will be no tinguished gentleman from Pennsyl- our staffs who came to work today rancor. We will stand behind the Presi- vania (Mr. TOOMEY), a member of the knowing full well that they too are tar- dent and do what our Nation must do Committee on the Budget and the Com- gets. both here and abroad. We must end the mittee on Financial Services. We are speaking tonight for those time when radicals can inflict pain, Mr. TOOMEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in who lost their lives and cannot speak. suffering and death on innocent citi- support of this resolution today. We are also speaking for the hundreds zens without recourse. The cowardly attack on innocent of thousands of constituents we rep- We must end the ability for nation Americans yesterday is the worst as- resent, but more than that, we are states to see no evil, hear no evil, and sault on our country and our freedom speaking for the oldest constitutional speak no evil, even while living in in our Nation’s history. I think we all democratic republic on the history of evil’s midst. America has been changed feel this attack very personally, and we this Earth; and we say to those who forever through this tragedy. It falls will all keep the victims and their fam- would attack this great Nation, who upon us to rebuild the confidence in ilies in our prayers. would attack our freedom, you will our society that this great Nation will As many have said, this was an at- never succeed. You will never succeed. not cower, that we will be safe again, tack on freedom itself, and we cannot Even if you had managed to destroy that freedom works. allow the evil, cowardly terrorists re- this majestic building and even if you Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield sponsible to win. We must take what- had killed each and every one of us, such time as he may consume to the ever measures, commit whatever re- others would rise in our place, others gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. sources necessary to find the people re- would lift our torch of liberty and de- FATTAH). sponsible for this atrocity and bring fend our people and our freedoms. This (Mr. FATTAH asked and was given them to justice, and we must also hold Nation will persevere and the light of permission to revise and extend his re- fully accountable any country or group liberty will continue to burn brightly marks.) which aided or harbored these terror- forever. Mr. FATTAH. Mr. Speaker, I support ists in any way whatsoever. Let each American today and in the this resolution along with my col- Finally, Mr. Speaker, we must take a weeks to come fly the American flag leagues. new approach to fighting terrorism, a proudly from their homes and their We must act, not just speak. Action is our proactive, aggressive, and comprehen- businesses and their cars and wherever Nation’s heavy burden tonight. sive approach. It is no longer sufficient else. Let us show the world America is Let us began first, care for the wounded, to treat these terrorists as ordinary united, that freedom will persevere, rescue any survivors, bury the dead, heal New criminals, waiting for them to act and and that terrorism will never succeed. York and begin to rebuild the Pentagon. then attempting to apprehend them Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Second, think and work to prevent further and convict them of crimes. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- immediate attacks on our people and infra- We know several large, sophisticated, tinguished gentleman from Georgia structure of all kinds. determined terrorist organizations who (Mr. LINDER), a member of the Com- Finally, determine who is responsible for have declared war against the United mittee on Rules. these attacks and for past acts that have gone

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00073 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5564 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 unpunished and make them pay their debt to members of our family. By that action, Although everyone continues to ex- this country. Avoid harm to innocent people the terrorists shocked our conscience. perience competing emotions of sorrow but pursue justice for those who have lost But that shock is certainly turning and anger and frustration, we are going their lives. We can do no less. into a growing rage. Terrorists and to refuse to allow these acts to rob us Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 those who aid and abet them around of the values we have as citizens. We minutes to the gentleman from Cali- the world, they are about to learn that will not tolerate these acts against our fornia (Mr. BECERRA). hell hath no fury like American anger. people or our country, but we shall ex- Mr. BECERRA. Mr. Speaker, I rise, Mr. Speaker, I propose that this Con- ercise patience so we rightfully iden- as has my country, to pray for loved gress add a provision to every foreign tify anyone responsible for these acts; ones, to embrace our valiant rescuers, operations appropriations bill that re- and once we have done that, then it and to condemn the heinous and cow- quires that any Nation or organization will be our duty to execute strong and ardly acts of abject terrorism that we before they receive any penny of Amer- certain recourse. witnessed yesterday. We, the American ican money must be certified by the Mr. Speaker, we have the ability and family, have lost fathers, mothers and President that they have fully cooper- the wherewithal as people to meet sons, our brother the firefighter, our ated in apprehending these murderers, these challenges; we have met so many sister the police officer. and that they have further cooperated challenges in the past. As we do that, Mr. Speaker, Carolina, my wife and I, in fighting terrorism around the world. we shall not allow our emotions to extend our sincere condolences to all If this was done in the name of reli- override our values as people and as who have suffered a loss, and our gion, do not mistake the fact that we citizens. Our civil liberties and those of hearts and prayers are with those yet call ourselves a Christian Nation as a all Americans, together with our own to be saved but for whom the candle of signal of weakness. Perhaps we have sense of justice, will not be abandoned hope remains lit. followed the New Testament admoni- lest we tender to terrorists the victory To Clarisa, Olivia, and Natalia, my tion of turning the other cheek in the they have not achieved and they do not three daughters, and to all of the chil- past when terrorists have bombed our deserve. dren of America, how do we explain ships and embassies; but today we turn Certainly our lives have now this barbarous act of terrorism? I will to the Old Testament and read the changed, but still our resolve is en- not try to make sense of it. That is not phrase, an eye for an eye, a tooth for a forced by the memory of the victims, possible; but from my words and deeds, tooth. by their families, and their bravery and from the way our country prosecutes Mr. Speaker, since we are speaking in selflessness of those who marched into this unconscionable crime, I hope they religious terms, let me close by saying danger to try to be of help. They in- will remember and learn how this to these criminals, using an old South- spire us as we move forward. country lives and breathes its freedom ern religious phrase, you have hell to Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. and relentless search for justice. Per- pay. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- haps then as our children grow older The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. tleman from Nebraska (Mr. BEREUTER), and wiser, they will be better prepared SIMPSON). The Chair would advise the a senior member of the Committee on to preserve life and defend America’s managers that the gentleman from International Relations, the Com- values. New Jersey (Mr. SMITH) has 191⁄2 min- mittee on Intelligence, and chairman Mr. Speaker, Godspeed to the heroes utes remaining. The gentleman from of the Subcommittee on International who rushed to the disaster to aid vic- California (Mr. LANTOS) has 2 minutes Monetary Policy and Trade. tims and, instead, became victims. remaining. Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, it has Godspeed to the courageous and tire- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 been an extraordinary afternoon and less rescuers who work as we speak, minutes to the gentleman from Massa- evening here in the House, and I am temper our sorrow with pride and re- chusetts (Mr. TIERNEY). moved to comment upon the senti- demption, strength our resolve. Mr. TIERNEY. Mr. Speaker, I join ments that have been expressed: strong And Godspeed, Mr. Speaker, to our Americans everywhere today and to- comments, high-minded comments, government as one Nation, as an Amer- night, as well as my colleagues here, in and deeply felt sentiments. I can and ican family, for with us reside the expressing our sorrow and sympathy do associate myself with all those re- power given by the people to vigor- and condolences to every family and marks. ously prosecute this horrendous and friend who has experienced a loss as a I know we are all very proud of the unforgivable crime to its end. Justice, result of what went on in yesterday’s individual examples of heroism and democracy, and the will of a freedom- tragedies. And, unfortunately, there bravery on the part of so many Ameri- loving people demand no less. Let us were those in my district who suffered cans, and we certainly I think all sense represent the people well. loss, and our hearts go out to all of a degree of unity and resolve that we Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. them this evening. have not seen perhaps since 1941. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- Mr. Speaker, in the face of this trau- As a member of the Committee on In- tleman from Georgia (Mr. DEAL), a ma, the American character of resolve telligence 6 years previous and now member of the Committee on Energy has shown itself. Untold numbers of again as vice chairman since January, and Commerce. citizens have participated in rescue and I can tell, Mr. Speaker, we have had in Mr. DEAL of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, medical efforts, while others have the intelligence community many ex- today is a day of words, words of out- joined together to comfort victims and amples of successes against terrorism rage at the unspeakable horrors of yes- their families. Lives have been lost, directed at our homeland. terday; but we know that words cannot but lines have been formed as people But the inadequacies and the failures provide the bond to heal those wounds; line up to give blood, and everywhere of our intelligence are available for all but by our words we extend our arms men and women and boys and girls to see. The successes we do not talk and embrace the injured and the fami- reach out to help those who are hurt, about. lies of the dead. Yes, today is a day of and that effort will continue. I recall when I visited General words; but tomorrow is a day of action. Congress and the President have Schwarzkopf’s headquarters 4 days Mr. Speaker, for those who com- pledged to work together; and they are after the end of the Persian Gulf war, mitted these crimes, they do not even going to work together to meet the he reminded us there is never enough begin to know what they have un- challenges and work with essential intelligence for our field commanders leashed. Perhaps they look at the agencies, and every effort will be made and for our civilian leaders. United States and see us argue with to further rescue, further medical We face a whole new range of asym- each other along political, regional or treatments, to support victims and metrical threats against the United racial lines, and believe that we are families of victims and to address the States, including terrorism directed at weak and divided; but they are wrong. enhancement of our security through- our civilian population. So now we We are a large family that can fuss and out this country as we move forward have reached the point where all of our fight, but we are still family. into the future and to identify and hold great rhetoric must be matched by ac- Yesterday, terrorists came into our accountable those responsible for these tions. Many Members here this after- front yard and murdered innocent despicable, cowardly acts. noon and evening have ended their

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We lapsing in 1956, it was the Americans and the expectations of the people we will find them. who propped it up, and their reward represent. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. was to be insulted and swindled on the Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- streets of Paris. I was there. I saw it. Speaker, owing to the unprecedented tinguished gentleman from Oregon (Mr. When earthquakes hit distant streets participation in today’s debate, we WALDEN) who is a member of the Com- and cities, it is the United States that have had over 120 Republican Members mittee on Resources as well as the hurries in to help. This spring, 59 who have participated and I am sure Committee on Energy and Commerce. American communities were flattened the number is similar on the side of the Mr. WALDEN of Oregon. Mr. Speak- by tornadoes. Nobody helped. gentleman from California (Mr. LAN- er, I rise in support of this resolution. TOS); and owing to the fact that the While the terrorists crashed their The Marshall Plan and the Truman majority leader, the gentleman from planes here on the East Coast, the emo- policy pumped billions of dollars into Texas (Mr. ARMEY), said every Member tional wreckage is strewn across our discouraged countries, and now news- who wants to participate would be en- Nation. From New York City to Dalles, papers in those countries are whining titled to do so, I understand, if my in- Oregon, families are grieving tonight and writing about the decadent, war- formation is correct, on the Demo- over the loss of loved ones. My mongering Americans. cratic side there are approximately 12 thoughts and prayers are with those Why does no other land on Earth more Members waiting to speak. We who were harmed or killed by this hor- even consider putting a man or woman have four more as of now. rific but cowardly act of terrorism. on the Moon? You talk about Japanese Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous con- They and their families have our deep- technocracy and you get radios. You sent that during consideration of H.J. est sympathies. Our prayers go to talk about German technocracy and Res. 61, pursuant to the order of House those brave men and women who even you get automobiles. But you talk of earlier today, debate on the joint tonight are risking their lives to save about American technocracy and you resolution be extended an additional 30 the lives of others. find men on the Moon, not once but minutes, equally divided and con- September 11 is indelibly scarred in several times, and safely home again. trolled by the chairman of the Com- the soul of our country as a day when You talk about scandals, and Ameri- mittee on International Relations or terrorists who have no conscience, who cans put theirs right in the store win- his designee and the ranking minority have no decency, challenged our very dow for everyone to look at. Even their member. freedom and independence. Those who draft dodgers are not pursued and The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there challenge America and harm her citi- hounded. They are here on our streets objection to the request of the gen- zens through acts of terrorism shall be in Canada, and most of them, unless tleman from New Jersey? hunted down and annihilated. Let the they are breaking Canadian laws, are There was no objection. world know that those countries that Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 getting American dollars from ma and give aid or safe harbor to such terror- minutes to the gentleman from Texas pa at home to spend here. ists shall incur our wrath also. They (Mr. HINOJOSA). When the railways of France, Ger- Mr. HINOJOSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise share fully in the responsibility of the actions of the terrorists whom they many and India were breaking down in strong support of this resolution. through age, it was the Americans who Yesterday our shores, our security, and supported. America is a patient Nation. We are rebuilt them. When the Pennsylvania our sense of ourselves as a Nation suf- a tolerant people. But our patience and Railroad and the New York Central fered a heinous cowardly attack, a bla- our tolerance have run out. The wolf is Railroad went broke, nobody loaned tant act of war that demands a like re- rising in our hearts. Our Nation’s great them an old caboose. Both are still sponse. broke. Innocent American men, women, and strength comes from our freedom and children in civilian airplanes were used our independence. And we will defend I can name you 5,000 times when and converted into the deadly missiles our way of life. Our Nation’s great Americans raced to the help of other that destroyed thousands of people in sense of purpose comes from its people. people in trouble. Can you name even our most important centers of military And we will defend our citizens. We one time when someone else raced to and economic enterprise. The terror of will beef up our security, we will en- the Americans in trouble? I don’t think those moments cannot cow us. They hance our intelligence gathering, and there was outside help even during the must only serve to steel and solidify we will make America safe and free San Francisco earthquake. our resolve. again. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- Our neighbors have faced it alone, b 2345 lighted to yield 2 minutes to my good and I am tired of hearing them get From the stretches of the Rio Grande friend and distinguished colleague, the kicked around. They will come out of to the reaches of the Great Lakes, from gentlewoman from New York (Ms. this thing with their flag high. And when they do, they are entitled to the shorelines in the Pacific to every SLAUGHTER). skyscraper on our eastern shore, com- (Ms. SLAUGHTER asked and was thumb their nose at the lands that are passionate and disciplined American given permission to include extraneous gloating over their present troubles. I men and women will do what is nec- material.) hope Canada will never be one of those. essary, search for our survivors in the Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I Stand proud, America. rubble at the New York World Trade thank the gentleman for yielding me I think we need to hear that. It does Center and the Pentagon in Wash- this time. I would like to paraphrase us a little good to remember who we ington, D.C., care for our wounded, vol- an editorial from Toronto that I think are. unteer to donate blood, reach out and we really ought to hear. It was written comfort the grieving, ensure our school by a man named Gordon Sinclair who On the morning of September 11, our nation children of their safety, and do our Na- is the voice that we always hear on a experienced a tragedy of unspeakable proportion’s business in State and Federal program called As It Happens. tions. Four commercial passenger jets were Government buildings, in banks, in the This Canadian thinks it is time to hijacked with devastating consequences. fields, and in factories. speak up for the Americans as the most Thousands of people are known or presumed The quiet determination of American generous and possibly the least appre- to be dead, and thousands more have been resolve will grow. The message and the ciated people on all the Earth. Ger- injured. action must be clear. America is a Na- many, Japan and to a lesser extent We are all brokenhearted over the needless tion of law, and the lawless terrorists Britain and Italy were lifted out of the loss of life that has occurred. Too many be- behind this attack on our Nation must debris of war by the Americans who loved spouses, parents, siblings, and children

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00075 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5566 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 had their futures snatched away by madmen. firefighters in New York City should there be yesterday. As we look at the news and Scores of firefighters, police officers, and res- the need. the video of the actions over and over ‘‘I would go down in a heartbeat,’’ McBride cue personnel were lost when their dedication said. ‘‘There’s a tremendous need I hear again, it is just unbelievable that drove them to the scene and into the dam- unconfirmed reports of over 200 firefighters America and Americans could suffer aged buildings to help the victims. These men unaccounted for. They’ve taken a big hit.’’ this type of attack, this cruel, cow- and women are national heroes. Those without specialized training found ardly, dastardly attack of terrorists. As time passes, more stories of heroism will other ways to help—mainly by donating emerge—people who put their own lives at blood. As a young man, I spent some time in risk in order to aid others. I am astounded and Area blood donations centers extended New York and I have been in and out of very proud to have heard how many people hours until 10 p.m. yesterday and tonight. the World Trade Center more times Sybil Miller, spokes-women for the Amer- than I can remember. I know some of stayed calm in the midst of chaos. Time and ican Red Cross blood Services for the New again, we heard how perfect strangers York-Penn Region, said about 1,000 pints of those firms that are there. I do not reached out to help each other survive and blood from the region, which includes Roch- think I know anybody who is working escape. In the worst of circumstances, the ester, will be sent to New York City. there or was working there. I hope I do very best in these people emerged. ‘‘We have earmarked half of our local sup- not know anybody who was still there. I am deeply proud, as a New Yorker, of the ply to be sent to New York a soon as they But it is unbelievable to me that this say they need it,’’ Miller said. great strength and courage showed by the Officials at New York City’s largest blood attack on America’s power and pres- people of this city and state and their leaders. donation center said they could run out of O- tige could have taken place. But what The mayor and other local leaders were on negative blood by late yesterday. They had is also unbelievable is the response of the scene, demonstrating that they would not only 40 pints of O-negative left yesterday the American people here at the Pen- submit to terror. The outpouring of support, afternoon. tagon, the American people in New volunteers, and donations from around the The need for blood may be just as great lo- York, responding to it. The fire- city, state, and nation are a testament to the cally, as hospitals prepare for the possibility of receiving patients transferred from inun- fighters, the police, the people that fundamental generosity and greatness of spirit dated New York City hospitals. went back into the buildings, the peo- found in New Yorkers and, indeed, in all ‘‘I really don’t know what to expect,’’ said ple who gave their lives who did not Americans. Monroe County health director Dr. Andrew have to. The collateral damage was the If these terrorists believed that they could in- Doniger, who expects to know more today. flesh and blood of Americans. But the timidate America with these despicable acts, Area hospitals have cleared beds and as- collateral damage was not and should they are very, very wrong. As Americans, we sessed their surgery schedules for the coming not be the American ideal. pride ourselves on being tough and resilient, days in preparation, Doniger said. He added that the many hospitals downstate, and in even defiant. These heinous crimes will only As we resolve to move forward and to Pennsylvania and New Jersey, would have to show the terrorists, whoever they may stiffen our resolve never to bend in the face of be overwhelmed first before upstate hos- terrorist threats. We will find the people re- pitals would be called in to help. be, that we will strike back, and that sponsible for these crime, and they will pay a Area hospitals and the Medical Society of we will continue to prosper and to grow heavy price. Monroe County have also assembled lists of and be the greatest Nation in the his- As Members of Congress, we have returned physicians who would be willing to volunteer tory of the Earth, we must not lose the to the Capitol today to conduct the business of at hospitals in New York City and Wash- American ideal. That was preserved ington, D.C. the nation. We are hard at work, and we will yesterday in the carnage that occurred get the job done. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. by this cowardly, dastardly attack. We Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- As a demonstration of solidarity, I have must not forget. And we should not tleman from Minnesota (Mr. KENNEDY), asked all of my constituents to fly the Amer- allow our fellow Americans who died a member of the Committee on Agri- ican flag. America shall not be bowed. We will yesterday to die in vain. stand strong before this act of unspeakable culture and the Committee on Trans- cowardice, and we shall prevail. portation and Infrastructure. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. God bless America. Mr. KENNEDY of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- VOLUNTEERS PREPARE FOR N.Y.C.’S CALL Speaker, I rise in strong support of the tinguished gentleman from Minnesota, (Liz Foran and Greg Livadas) resolution today. Our hearts and pray- (Mr. GUTKNECHT), a member of the While medical personnel and Red Cross ers go out to those who have lost their Committee on Agriculture, the Com- volunteers prepared to travel to New York loved ones in the recent atrocious and mittee on the Budget, and the Com- City to help at the World Trade Center, hun- cowardly acts. Our spirits are lifted by mittee on Science. dreds of other local people waited in line for the countless acts of courage and her- up to eight hours yesterday to replenish Mr. GUTKNECHT. I thank the gen- blood supplies. oism and for those that have sacrificed tleman for yielding time. ‘‘I figured they were going to need all the their lives for others. To some, we ap- help they could get,’’ said Irondequoit resi- peared weak yesterday. Yet as we gath- Mr. Speaker, every generation faces dent Carolyn McMahon, who went to the ered together to pray under the Capitol its own challenge. We in our day met Prince Street donation center yesterday. dome just minutes ago, I am reminded ours on Tuesday morning. Our ances- Three local Rural/Metro Medical Services of Paul’s words to the Corinthians, tors looked squarely into the ugly face ambulances and more than a dozen local of Naziism and of communism. They staff members planned to leave Rochester at ‘‘When I am weak, then I am strong.’’ 3 a.m. Today to be in New York City by 11 In my own life, I have repeatedly knew that the future of all they held a.m., spokesman Darrell Grigg said. found that it is only when I am weak, dear counted on them. They under- ‘‘We don’t even know where in New York by surrendering my own will to God’s stood the stakes. They met the chal- City we’re going,’’ he said. ‘‘We will be un- will, that I am strong. America itself lenge. They prevailed. And the world is sure what we’ll be doing, whether assist in has repeatedly shown that when it ap- better for it. The ‘‘ism’’ that we must rescue and recovery, helping emergency pears weak, it is strong. We need only services within the city or being involved in defeat is terrorism. We will bury our the operations in transferring some of the to look to the example of Pearl Harbor. dead, we will comfort the wounded, we stable patients to hospitals in the area.’’ I have great confidence that under will rebuild those buildings. But if we Rochester Fire Capt. Pete Rizzo, part of a God’s guidance, America will rise from fail to defeat this enemy, all of our statewide Urban Search and Rescue Team, this moment of apparent weakness and burying and building will be in vain. left yesterday for New York City to assist of- again serve as a strong beacon of hope The attacks against innocent Ameri- ficials there while area firefighters, medics, and liberty to the world. cans were acts of war. The souls of the morticians and social workers readied Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very teams. victims cry out. They cry out a warn- ‘‘I’m a little bit apprehensive, but I’m real- pleased to yield 2 minutes to my good ing. If we fail to defeat terrorism, there ly glad I can step in and help,’’ said Michael friend and distinguished colleague, the will be more attacks, and more vic- Rood, director of the Salvation Army’s Wil- gentleman from Texas (Mr. BENTSEN). tims. We must commit ourselves to a liam Booth Haven men’s shelter and a social (Mr. BENTSEN asked and was given total war. worker. permission to revise and extend his re- Rood and seven other Salvation Army so- marks.) Clauschwitz said that the goal of any cial workers will travel to Syracuse for ad- Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, like all military encounter is to destroy the vanced training in anticipation of a call for help from New York. the Members here and like all Ameri- enemy’s will to fight. This must be our Rochester Fire Capt. Daniel McBride said cans, I was shocked and quite frankly goal. We must destroy their will to ad- dozens of local firefighters are ready to help stunned at the actions that occurred vance their agenda through terror. We

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00076 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5567 must raise the price of practicing ter- at the Pentagon. I had the chance this We will do it by showing that, in a ror so high that generations to come evening to see, Mr. Speaker, up close democracy, we decide our public poli- will gag at the very thought. the wreckage. Pictures really do not do cies by the deliberative process; and no There have been many times in our it justice. They do not capture the de- effort to blackmail or terrorize us into Nation’s history when our adversaries struction, because it is much more changing what this country decides is have miscalculated the steely resolve gripping in real life. Like many Ameri- in our best interests, domestically or in the American spirit. They miscalcu- cans, as I viewed the pictures from a internationally, is going to work. If late us now. The war that we must con- distance on television, it was hard to anything, it will backfire. And we will front will not be easy. There will be fully capture the horror and the terror do it by fully empowering our security dark days. We may not win every bat- that befell people working in New York forces, who did such a wonderful job tle. But we will and we must wage the and at the Pentagon. Yet after seeing yesterday in the face of terrible adver- war with valor and with vigor. We it up close, you cannot help but be sity, to defend ourselves internally and must and, with the grace of God, we struck by the realization that some- externally in a way that is both effec- will prevail. body’s father, somebody’s mother, tive and fully consistent with our own Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am somebody’s brother, somebody’s daugh- democratic traditions. pleased to yield 2 minutes to my valued ter is not coming home. I cannot com- Let me make explicit what a number friend and colleague, the gentlewoman prehend the pain that these families of us have said: our fight, our war, is from Michigan (Ms. RIVERS). will deal with. with the murderous fanatics who per- Ms. RIVERS. Mr. Speaker, today petrated this act. It is not with all fol- 0000 America is defined by emotions, grief, b lowers of the Islamic religion, it is not disbelief and rage. Our hearts ache for So I say to the people of New York with people of Arab descent who live in the victims of the senseless violence and the people of Virginia and Mary- this country or elsewhere. unleashed on New York City and Wash- land and D.C., that the people of South We have the capacity as the greatest ington, D.C. These victims who became Dakota grieve with you and support and strongest democracy in the history targets simply by arriving for work or you. In past disasters, you have been of the world to concentrate our re- getting on an airplane touch us deeply. there for us. We will be there for you, sources in self-defense, both in the im- These were ordinary people, doing ordi- and we are praying for you. mediate sense against these murderers nary things, and yet they found them- The people of South Dakota stand and in the future to protect ourselves selves consumed by a maelstrom of with our President, President Bush, in in a way that will once again make evil. Americans of every color, eth- protecting and defending American people understand the strength of de- nicity, religion and political perspec- citizens and American freedoms. We mocracy. tive have joined together to comfort are a people who deeply value freedom, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. grieving families, to condemn yester- and yesterday’s acts of terrorism were Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- day’s barbaric and inexcusable acts, an assault on those freedoms. And war tinguished gentleman from Pennsyl- vania (Mr. SHERWOOD), a member of the and with a single voice to cry out for was not declared just on this Nation, Committee on Appropriations. justice. But our search for justice must but on the entire free world, because Mr. SHERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, my el- be pursued carefully. We must guard free nations cannot abide the compan- ionship of the kind of hatred that oquent colleagues have talked about against a rage that turns blind. We this terrible act and what has been per- must direct our full fury toward the prompted the murderous acts that we witnessed yesterday. petrated on our soil and our people and perpetrators of this great evil along the innocent casualties that are with those who give them aid and com- We will respond. And to the terrorists, those who prey on weakness, those mounting every day. Our hearts go out fort. But we must act with informed to all those that have lost their fami- certainty and punish only the guilty, terrorist bullies who committed these acts, we will face you with strength. lies and been wounded, especially the not those who simply look like them or emergency responders that were doing You can run, but you cannot hide. We have similar surnames or live near their job and had the building come are coming after you. We will find you, them. down around them and kill them. We and there will be a reckoning. Additionally, as we consider legisla- have talked about this. We had a pray- God bless America, and God bless the tion to address this crisis, each pro- er vigil tonight. We have prayed about American people. posal must be passed before the great it. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- lens of our Constitution, the corner- Mr. Speaker, the time for talk and stone of our Republic and our free- lighted to yield 2 minutes to my good the time for prayer, however impor- doms. Americans will be scarred by the friend the distinguished gentleman tant, is behind us. Now is the time to assault that took place just hours ago, from Massachusetts (Mr. FRANK). act. We need to react to these terror- but we will go on. Our people, and our Mr. FRANK. Mr. Speaker, endless ists with overwhelming force. We need democracy, are resilient. While Amer- repetition is sometimes the bane of them to understand that this can never ica has many faces, she has but a single this place, but today and tonight it has happen again. soul. We are a free people with a love of served an important purpose. It dem- God bless the Americans that we liberty and a history of generosity and onstrates the resolve transcending have lost, and God bless America. compassion. We will join hands with every difference in our society, par- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am other Americans and with those inter- tisan, ideological, racial, regional, and pleased to yield 2 minutes to my good national allies who feel as we do about religious, to demonstrate to the per- friend, the distinguished gentleman this hideous affront to the civilized petrators of this monstrous act that from Indiana (Mr. ROEMER). world. they are terribly wrong in thinking (Mr. ROEMER asked and was given Edmund Burke said nearly 300 years that democracy is a source of weak- permission to revise and extend his re- ago, ‘‘When bad men combine, the good ness. marks.) must associate. Else they will fall, one We are unanimous in our resolve to Mr. ROEMER. Mr. Speaker, our by one.’’ demonstrate to them and to anyone American revolutionary soldiers Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. else who doubts it that democracy re- traipsed through the snow 225 years Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- mains a source of great strength. We ago, and it was noted that their tracks tleman from South Dakota (Mr. will do that by waging a just war on could be found by the blood in the THUNE), the chairman of the Sub- this murderous gang, and on any gov- snow. Thomas Paine said, ‘‘These are committee on Rural Enterprises, Agri- ernments that have been supportive of the times that try men’s souls.’’ culture, and Technology. them. But we will do it in a way that September 11, 2001, tried our Nation’s Mr. THUNE. I thank the gentleman will show not simply our physical supe- soul. And just as the British underesti- for yielding time. riority, but our moral superiority, be- mated those soldiers 225 years ago, Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support cause we will maintain a respect for in- these cold-blooded culprits have badly of this resolution. The casualty num- nocent life that this gang showed no underestimated the United States’ bers keep mounting in New York and respect for. steel resolve.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00077 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5568 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Last night, I went to the Pentagon; I urge my fellow Americans to donate wounds, and as we bury our dead. They and at midnight, I looked up at our for- blood, to volunteer, to offer their pray- joy in our pain, they relish in our tress where our military stays and saw ers and their assistance to help those losses. a building collapsed like a marsh- in need. And they made a big mistake, and mallow accordion by these terrorist As America recovers, we will also they should get prepared, for they are acts. pursue our attackers and fight on. Mr. about to feel our pain. I looked behind me and the only in- Speaker, we are at war with the most The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. spiration of that day occurred then vicious, most cowardly and most wick- SIMPSON). The gentleman from New when I saw an army of Americans be- ed enemy we have ever faced as a Na- Jersey (Mr. SMITH) has 181⁄2 minutes re- hind me, lit up by the lighting, people tion. But America will not go gentle maining, and the gentleman from Cali- in the medical profession, excavators, into that good night. For those we have fornia (Mr. LANTOS) has 1 minute re- FBI teams picking up small pieces of lost and for the future of our Nation maining. the airplane. That is what Lincoln and the freedom we hold dear, we will Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, will my talked about, the better angels of our strive, we will persevere, and we will good friend request additional time? nature. prevail. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. But our history and legacy is not just Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to my about goodness and fairness; it is about pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend friend, the gentleman from New Jersey force, and it is about justice. Quoting and valued colleague, the gentleman (Mr. FERGUSON). John Paul Jones, ‘‘We have not yet from Michigan (Mr. STUPAK). Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I begun to fight.’’ When we identify Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I thank thank the gentleman for yielding me these people, we will track them over the gentleman for yielding me time as time. hills and valleys and up mountain tops, I rise to support this resolution. Mr. Speaker, just moments ago, I ar- and they will get their just due. You Mr. Speaker, when the President rived back here in Washington from my can count on it. spoke last night, he spoke for all Amer- home State of New Jersey, where I Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. icans when he said terrorist attacks spent the day visiting hospitals and Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- can shake great buildings, but cannot Red Cross centers and, finally this tinguished gentlewoman from Ohio shake the foundations of American de- evening, an interfaith prayer service in (Ms. PRYCE). mocracy. We stand with the President one of our communities. Ms. PRYCE of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I when he says those countries which While we will send a very clear mes- thank the honorable chairman for harbor terrorists must share the re- sage with our vote tonight in this yielding me time. sponsibility for their acts with those House that the unbelievable and tragic Today, first and foremost, our hearts who commit them. and cowardly violence of the last 24 or go out to the victims and families af- We stand united in our grief for the 36 hours will not stand, Americans in fected by yesterday’s sad and shocking families who have lost loved ones. We New York and New Jersey and across attacks. The stories of tragedy and the pray for those who still do not know this Nation have already begun to send compelling stories of heroism that the fate of their loved ones. that signal through their heroism, have begun to emerge from the smoke And we stand ready to help, as best through their acts of bravery, through and the shattered buildings will forever we can, those emergency personnel who their selfless giving of their time and be a part of this black day that has are looking for survivors and are un- their energy, of their blood. been burned into our national memory. dertaking the grim task of recovery. Americans across this Nation have But let these days that follow be re- Finally, we stand together, literally already begun to send a very clear mes- membered not just for our sadness and together, on the floor of this House, sage, not only that we will go out and anger, but for our national resolve. As where the work of this great Nation track down and punish the perpetra- a Nation, we must now pull together to continues. People across the Nation, tors of these heinous acts, but that we overcome this vicious attempt to break people here in Congress, have lined up as a Nation will continue to stand in our national spirit. to give blood and to make other kinds solidarity with one another, to make Those responsible for yesterday’s of donations. We will show terrorists sure that we as a people, as human horrific events have seriously miscal- and would-be terrorists that while you beings, will never let this stand. Not on culated the strength and resolve of can strike at us, you cannot subdue the our soil. Americans. Our sense of security may strength and spirit of this great coun- b 0015 be temporarily unsteadied, but our try, a strength and spirit that lies unity is emboldened. Our bonds of lib- within each of us. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. erty, our bonds of freedom, our bonds Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, we have no further requests of democracy are stronger and run Speaker, I yield such time as he may for time, but I would just note to the deeper than any individual, than any consume to the gentleman from New membership that, again, pursuant to building, than any monument, and no Hampshire (Mr. BASS). the majority leader’s statement that act of violence, no knives or sharpened (Mr. BASS asked and was given per- every Member who wants to speak on razors, can ever sever them. We will mission to revise and extend his re- this vital issue will have that oppor- not be intimidated by these cowards. marks.) tunity, my understanding is that the We will remain committed until Mr. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- gentleman from California (Mr. LAN- those responsible learn the steep cost port of the pending resolution. TOS) has six additional speakers, so I of taking innocent lives, innocent Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. would like to again ask unanimous American lives, on American soil. The Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- consent that during consideration of flame of liberty remains bright and tleman from Texas (Mr. COMBEST), the H.J. Res. 61, pursuant to the order of will continue to shine upon the world, very distinguished chairman of the the House of earlier today, debate on casting deep into the dark shadows of Committee on Agriculture. the joint resolution be extended for an violence, intolerance and extremism. Mr. COMBEST. Mr. Speaker, we pray additional 30 minutes, equally divided There will be no corner on this Earth for and extend our sympathies to those and controlled by the chairman and where the demons of September 11 will who have lost friends and loved ones. ranking minority member of the Com- be safe from justice. We commend and celebrate those who mittee on International Relations. For now, we must go on with our are working day and night to serve the Mr. Speaker, let me be clear that we daily lives, because to do otherwise injured and the harmed. This is Amer- have no additional requests for time, would be giving into the evil behind ican resolve at its best, and it is this and we intend on yielding back to expe- these events. In our schools and offices, resolve that should shake the souls of dite these proceedings. in our neighborhoods and churches, we those responsible for this act. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. must help our families, our friends and Yesterday, they hit us hard and they SIMPSON). Is there objection to the re- our neighbors begin the healing proc- hurt us terribly. They watch as we pick quest of the gentleman from New Jer- ess. up the pieces, as we bandage our sey?

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00078 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5569 There was no objection. Mr. Speaker, when I reflect on the service to our Nation. May our country Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I thank events of September 11, 2001, these honor them and the courageous rescue the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. words of this 19th century poet come to workers and all who have died with our SMITH) for his courtesy. mind. Many Americans have lamented prayers, our unity, and our firm com- Mr. Speaker, I am delighted to yield that the horrific terrorist acts of yes- mitment to protect Americans’ free- 2 minutes to the gentlewoman from terday have changed America forever. I dom and security. California (Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD), beg to differ. America has not changed. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. my friend and neighbor and my distin- We have merely rediscovered and re- Speaker, I yield 31⁄2 minutes to the gen- guished colleague. kindled a latent attribute that defines tlewoman from Connecticut (Mrs. Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD. Mr. us as no other people on Earth: our JOHNSON), the chairman of the Sub- Speaker, I thank the gentleman for invanquishable spirit. The chains that committee on Health of the Committee yielding me this time. we are shaking to Earth like the morn- on Ways and Means. I rise today in strong support of this ing dew after slumber are the chains of Mrs. JOHNSON of Connecticut. Mr. resolution. On behalf of my constitu- complacency regarding our vulner- Speaker, I thank the gentleman for ents in the 37th Congressional District ability toward terrorism. With this re- yielding me this time. in California, I offer condolences and alization, there can be no doubt that I would like to just share three prayers and support for the families we will defeat the evil that shook, but thoughts, most of which have already and loved ones of New York, the State that did not shatter, our national spir- been shared this evening. My first is of California, and across this Nation it. simply to express my heartfelt sym- devastated by the wanton terrorism Mr. Speaker, my heart grieves for the pathy for the families of the victims of perpetrated on these United States of victims of yesterday’s terrorist acts, this mindless terrorism. May we each America. This cowardice act against for their families and loved ones. But, help you as you face the pain of your our Nation is permanently etched in Mr. Speaker, amidst this palpable loss. May our prayers, our thoughts, the memories of all Americans. grief, I am comforted, as these families neighborly gestures, that long line of As I think about my grandchildren, people willing to give blood, letters should be, by the fact that they now Ayanna, Myles, Ramia and Blair, I from those who knew your sons and have an extended family of some 250 think about the psychological toll it daughters, grandchildren, relatives, million people, 250 million men, women has taken on our children who suffer friends and coworkers, be of some and children, united and strong as lions from the ills of this heinous crime that small comfort to you for paying this rising after a slumber. is devastating. However, let it be terrible price of living in a free society Finally, I am also heartened by the known that the President and the in a troubled world. response from the world community, Members of Congress who stand in this Secondly, I want to say how proud I hallowed Chamber shoulder to shoulder from virtually every nation and every am to be an American, to witness our will move with swift deliberation to people, a response of unity with our ability to rally, to help each other, to bring justice and to restore confidence Nation. This response further illus- stand tall in the face of senseless, cow- to the American people. Our buildings trates the truth of Shelley’s observa- ardly, vicious terrorism. To all of those are shattered, but not our resolve, not tions as expressed through his poetry. policemen, firemen, volunteers, health our democracy. We, the people of the world, they are care providers, folks of all sorts who Yet in the face of this unspeakable saying, cherish the freedom and democ- have come out to help to save lives, to tragedy, we thank our firefighters, law racy for which America stands. We are rebuild, we are strong. enforcement officers, the Red Cross, the many, they are saying with us, the Thirdly, and hear this, our friends FEMA, and numerous volunteers for terrorists are the few. So not only will around the world, America is now at their quick response, daring courage, America rise from this unspeakable war. It is the first war ever fought and unrelenting commitment. Their tragedy like lions, we can be assured against a non-nation entity, but it is noble service is immeasurable. that so much of the rest of the world is war nonetheless, and again a well-orga- As a senior Member who serves on ready to rise in its exalted purpose nized, well-funded, focused enemy. the House Subcommittee on Aviation, I with us. While its energies are focused against pledge to the American people that I Mr. Speaker, together, we will indeed America now, terrorism is everyone’s will work with the Secretary of Trans- be invanquishable. Therefore, Mr. enemy. The weapons it is developing portation and the FAA, with whom I Speaker, I rise in support of this reso- can be used by any terrorist group, have met, to make sure that air travel lution. against any object of one’s hate. So is safe to fly again. We must applaud Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am while it is terrorism against the United our air traffic controllers and the pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- States today, its success strengthens ground crew at airports across this Na- tleman from Texas (Mr. EDWARDS), my the name of terrorism and will enable tion who directed over 2,200 flights friend and colleague. others to use this weapon, even against from the hostile airways to safe har- Mr. EDWARDS. Mr. Speaker, yester- sponsoring nations in the future. Ter- bors. day our Nation was shocked by a des- rorism is not rational, is not just, is Mr. Speaker, this has been a tragic picable act of cowardice. Today, even not honest; but it is passionate and moment here in America. We will as we grieve and pray for those killed, powerful. think back on September 11 as the injured and missing, America will show Differences between nation states deadliest assault on America in recent the world that our national spirit can- can be reconciled. Diplomacy, U.N. history, but we shall move with resolve not be broken by the acts of terrorists. peacekeeping forces, intervention by to bring the responsible people to jus- In times of threat and tragedy, the allies are all tools we have developed tice. We are a united America. American family has always come to- to help nations resolve differences Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am gether, and we do so again today. peacefully, to preserve the lives, hopes pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- With strong faith and resolve, we are and dreams of all of their people and tleman from Louisiana (Mr. JEFFER- already working together to help the the prosperity and the hope for the SON), my friend and valued colleague. victims and their families, to punish common good of all. These tools cannot Mr. JEFFERSON. Mr. Speaker, I the guilty, and to move our Nation for- be used against non-nation states. That thank the gentleman for yielding me ward. is why they are the ultimate danger. this time. Those who underestimated the Amer- Terrorism endangers us all, for it al- Mr. Speaker, in the early 1800s, Percy ican spirit should know that today our lows only one answer: violence. Bysshe Shelley penned these words in President and Congress are working in So we are at war. It is a war we must exhorting a wounded people of his day: unity to carry out the business of our win, and it is one all of our allies have ‘‘Rise like lions after slumber in Nation and to hunt down the perpetra- an interest in joining us to win. invanquishable number. Shake your tors of this attack against all of the Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- chains to earth like dew which in sleep American people. lighted to yield 2 minutes to the gen- had fallen on you. Ye are many, they Once again, American military per- tleman from Wisconsin (Mr. BARRETT), are few.’’ sonnel have sacrificed their lives and my friend and colleague.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00079 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5570 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 Mr. BARRETT of Wisconsin. Mr. the right to life, liberty, and the pur- they believe in negativism, and many Speaker, I stand tonight in prayer and suit of happiness. of them have been programmed that sorrow, sorrow for the victims of this Every American who revels in those way. terrible attack, sorrow for their fami- joyous rights also knows the last line Support this resolution, support lies, sorrow for Linda George whose of that Declaration: that we must be America, and let us continue to fight brother, Bryan, works with me. Linda prepared to pledge to ourselves and for freedom and democracy. was a passenger on one of the planes each other our lives, our fortunes, and Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am that was hijacked yesterday. our sacred honor. pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend I stand in sorrow for the families of All those who have contributed to and colleague, the gentleman from New people I never knew, people like Nicole the greatness of America have been York (Mr. OWENS). Miller, Tom Burnett, Cora Holland, willing to pledge those very elements (Mr. OWENS asked and was given Barbara Keating, John Jenkins, Amy for the greatness of their country. permission to revise and extend his re- King, Patrick Quigley, Kenneth Lewis, Some have given their lives. Some marks.) Rodney Dickens, Mark Gingham, and have lost their fortunes. But the sacred Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, this is a time for mourning. No one should be hundreds, if not thousands, of others; honor of America has never been ashamed to cry. We are all united as all Americans who did not deserve to stronger. one with the numerous victims of this die in this wicked attack. Mr. Speaker, we beg God for his attack on American civilians. Mr. Speaker, I stand tonight in hope. mercy and the repose of the souls of My daughter-in-law was due to work those lives that have been lost, for Hope for the families who are still at 9:30 a.m. on the 68th floor of the those lives that are in peril today. praying that their loved ones may mi- World Trade Center. She had to drop Also, Mr. Speaker, we also must pray raculously be saved in the rubble in my grandson off at a nearby day-care for those perpetrators. They are about New York City; hope for people like center, and with her baby in her arms, to meet their makers, too. Andrea Haberman, a young woman she watched in horror from the street Mr. Speaker, the greatness of Amer- from Wisconsin who was on her first as the first plane struck the first ica stands strong. Americans should business trip to New York and was in tower. How fortunate I am that it only hold their heads high and be proud. We the World Trade Center at the time of took 4 hours to find out that the two of are the greatest Nation on the planet, the attack. them were safe. Mr. Speaker, I stand tonight in and we will be emboldened and empow- All decent people are touched, but heartfelt thanks, thanks to the fire- ered by this challenge and those chal- this intimate brush with death so close fighters, police officers and rescue lenges that lie before us. in the family brings tears to my eyes workers who risked or gave their lives Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am each time I hear a story of another un- to help others. Every American should pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend fortunate soul who was consumed by be proud and thankful for their bravery and colleague, the gentleman from this catastrophe. and service to others. Tennessee (Mr. CLEMENT). I have heard some parents say that Finally, Mr. Speaker, I stand tonight Mr. CLEMENT. Mr. Speaker, I thank they do not want to tell their children in determination, determination that the gentleman for yielding time to me. about this horror. Let me fervently the perpetrators of this horrible attack Mr. Speaker, I want to say to the urge these parents to tell their chil- will be quickly identified and brought gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. dren about the brave New York City to justice. They will see that America SMITH) and the gentleman from Cali- policemen and firemen who went in to will not allow this crime to go fornia (Mr. LANTOS), they both have stop the spreading inferno while others unpunished. give us a splendid opportunity tonight, were rushing out to safety. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. and have given everyone an oppor- I ask them to tell their children that Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the dis- tunity to speak from their soul and more than 200 firemen and nearly 70 po- tinguished gentleman from Colorado from their heart about this true trag- licemen died struggling to save others. (Mr. SCHAFFER). edy that we have had in America. This is a time for mourning and this Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I I want to say to the gentleman from is a time for rage. Very well-organized thank the gentleman for yielding me California (Mr. LANTOS) over here, he is devils have done this ghastly deed. We this time. our only Holocaust survivor in the are face to face with evil geniuses and What an awesome opportunity it has United States Congress, a true humani- cold-blooded murderers. They must be been, Mr. Speaker, for all of us to be a tarian. But he knows from another day surgically exposed and then driven part of listening and observing the elo- and another time and another crisis from the face of the Earth. quence of the country propounded from that we cannot look the other way. We National security is now the business these microphones by representatives as Americans cannot look the other of every Member of Congress. My con- from every State in the Nation, both way either. stituents do not want to hear me ex- parties, all races, religious beliefs, po- I remember when Jack Kennedy and plain that I am not a member of the litical viewpoints. This is the best of Martin Luther King lost their lives in Permanent Select Committee on Intel- America, and it represents why Amer- that terrible assassination. I knew ligence. They want to know how could ica is the best country in the world, where I was and I knew what I was this happen, and what is being done to and it also suggests the reasons why doing. I will never forget the day, Sep- guarantee that it never happens again. perhaps America has been a target in tember 11, 2001, when I was watching The Intelligence Community that the last 2 days. television and thought just an accident scored vital successes in the war had happened, that a plane had hap- against Nazi Germany and in the Cold b 0030 pened to hit one of the World Trade War may now be woefully inadequate. America’s financial institutions are Center towers. And then what hap- In memory of all the dead and for the the best in the world because they are pened? Just 17 minutes later, the sec- peace of mind of those who are living, free. That is why they have perhaps ond tower was hit. Then we knew, the the structuring of the world’s most ef- been a target. Our airlines are the best world knew, the United States knew, fective intelligence network must now in the world. They have been a target, that we had terrorism on our hands. become the business of every Amer- too. Then I was driving to the U.S. Cap- ican. The obliteration of this conglom- The sentiments expressed by people itol, and I see all that smoke and all erate of evil is the duty of every Amer- from around the country today suggest that fire from the Pentagon, and all ican. I am pleased to join my col- what it really means to be an Amer- the tragedy and all the loss of lives. We leagues in support of this resolution. ican, these notions that God has given know that terrorism is systematic. We Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am us the rights that have been enshrined know that we are in a real battle. It is pleased to yield 2 minutes to my friend in our Declaration of Independence 225 not going to be easy for any of us in and colleague, the gentlewoman from years ago by the most visionary lead- order to bring this terrorism to a halt, California (Ms. WATERS). ers in the history of human civiliza- because we know they are organized. Ms. WATERS. Mr. Speaker, I thank tion: this notion that God has given us We know that they believe in hatred, the gentleman for yielding time to me.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00080 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5571 Mr. Speaker, this great country is a Mr. JACKSON of Illinois. Mr. Speak- family who loved them and depended mighty democracy built on the hopes, er, today we pray for the innocent vic- on them. In an instant, husbands lost dreams, and sacrifices of many hard- tims who suffered and died in yester- wives, children lost parents, and sib- working people who throughout our day’s heinous and horrific terrorist at- lings lost brothers and sisters. history were determined to develop, tacks. We offer our sympathy and con- This is heartbreaking. The perpetra- live, and prosper in the world’s great- dolences. tors of these acts intended to create est Nation. We hurt alongside the families and fear and to bring our society shud- The history of this Nation is one of friends who lost loved ones in hijacked dering on its knees, but they have struggle, and yes, oftentimes dis- planes, the World Trade Center, the failed. Today as we begin the process of appointments, dashed hopes and Pentagon, and rescue workers who sac- clearing the rubble and rebuilding, we dreams. But through it all we have per- rificed themselves to save others. We are more united and more dedicated in severed, worked hard, and sacrificed to praised the heroic efforts of the police, our core beliefs of liberty and democ- make this Nation a great Nation. We the firefighters, the emergency medical racy. have come a long way in the elimi- teams and volunteers who responded to Yesterday I was in New York City. It nation of poverty, prejudices, and in- this tragedy. is hard to express in words the devasta- justice. We are immensely proud of our Today Americans stand united, a tion that this act has brought to my successes, and we are confident enough unity that we must trust will strength- city. The people of New York and the in our freedom to confront our short- en our President with wisdom and good people of our Nation have responded comings. judgment. All Americans should con- with generosity, courage, and patriot- We are a diverse Nation of many reli- tinue to do what we can to help: to give ism. During this time of great sadness, gious and political persuasions. We are blood, to volunteer, to pray for peace we as a Nation are witnessing the spir- an amazing patchwork of hopeful peo- in the world. America’s determination it of hope. ple who believe that we all have poten- and indomitable spirit must not allow Let there be no misunderstanding, tial and we all deserve happiness and terrorists and terrorism to weaken our the American people will not let this success. We do not take lightly any at- commitment to an open and demo- terrible act diminish our spirit or force tempts to dim our hopes, to dash our cratic society. us into fear. As I left New York City dreams, to destroy, maim, or kill. We We vow to fully, thoroughly, and this morning on my way to join this deplore terrorism, and we will not and comprehensively investigate those who important discussion and express my cannot tolerate terrorism and destruc- are responsible for this dastardly and support for this resolution, I was star- tion. We will not allow terrorism to deadly deed. We are sure we must re- tled to see the skyline of my city with- erode the constitutional rights and per- spond with strength and in a com- out its two great towers standing sonal freedoms that define us as Ameri- prehensive and proportionate manner. above all others. In their space, I only cans. Yesterday was September 11, day 9– saw a cloud of smoke rising up to the I stand here today to reassure the 11, and we were sent an emergency sky. citizens of New York, Washington, Los wake-up call. It was not dialed acciden- Yet, even without those towers Angeles, Pittsburgh, Boston, New tally, it was a deliberate message. Ter- watching over my city, we will con- York, San Francisco, and others cities rorists struck at our greatest symbols tinue to embrace our freedom and live throughout the country that this legis- of financial power and military might. out our principles of democracy. Those lative body will indeed work to ensure We have a profound opportunity not faceless terrorists may think that they that the persons responsible for these only to investigate who and how this have won a great battle, but they have acts of terrorism will be swiftly was done, but also, more importantly, only made our country more dedicated brought to justice. why it was done. We may not be able to to its core principles and ready to de- We are a wise people who have tran- fend those principles against any scended a history that has taught us answer that question today. The pain, threat. that violence begets violence, and vio- the hurt, the suffering, and the anger Mr. Speaker, yesterday terrorists unleashed lence serves no useful purpose. The are too great. But maybe in our tomor- a highly organized attack on the symbols of cowardly attacks on the New York rows, when we have the answer to why, our nation’s prosperity and power. In an in- Twin Towers Trade Building and the then we will be better able to work to- Pentagon, the hijacking of American ward the day when such tragedies will stant, this tragic attack destroyed the lives of and United Airlines airplanes, the never happen again. many Americans. Yesterday morning, count- death, pain, and destruction that has Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. less numbers of ordinary people in New York shaken the very core of our society, Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- and Washington woke up on a beautiful late must be responded to immediately. tleman from New York (Mr. SERRANO). summer day and went about their lives as We will indeed identify and deal with Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, I thank they always have. Lawyers and accountants, the perpetrators. We are good people; the gentleman for yielding time to me. janitors and clerks arrived at their places of not a perfect people, but we are good Mr. Speaker, yesterday terrorists un- work to start another ordinary day. But the people. We do not deserve to have inno- leashed a highly organized attack on events that soon consumed us all changed cent Americans’ lives destroyed by evil the symbols of our Nation’s prosperity that forever. We never expected this to hap- minds that plot and plan sneak attacks and power. In an instant, this tragic at- pen on our soil, and in a profound sense we on our establishments and our struc- tack destroyed the lives of many Amer- have lost some of our innocence. tures and our people. icans. How can I begin to verbalize my sorrow Our hearts go out to the families and Yesterday morning, countless num- over the deaths of so many wonderful people, friends of the harmed and the deceased. bers of ordinary people in my city and individuals whose lives touched others deeply We grieve with them. Their losses are in Washington woke up on a beautiful in an endless interconnected fabric? These in- our losses, but we ask that they rest late summer day and went about their dividuals each had unique stories, and friends assured that our loved ones, their loved lives as they always have. Lawyers and and family who loved them and depended on ones, will not have died in vain. We ask accountants, janitors and clerks ar- them. In an instant husbands lost wives, chil- God to have mercy on their souls. We rived at their places of work to start dren lost parents and siblings lost brothers know we must take an honest assess- another day. But the events that soon and sisters. This is heartbreaking. ment of all of our public policy at all consumed us all changed that forever. The perpetrators of these acts intended to levels, and strengthen our resolve for We never expected this to happen on create fear and to bring our society shud- peace on Earth. We ask God to guide us our soil, and in a profound sense, we dering to its knees. But they have failed. in our response. have lost some of our innocence. Today, as we begin the process of clearing Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am How can I begin to verbalize my sor- the rubble and rebuilding, we are more united pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- row over the deaths of so many won- and more dedicated to our core beliefs of lib- tleman from Illinois (Mr. JACKSON). derful people, individuals whose lives erty and democracy. Yesterday, I was in New (Mr. JACKSON of Illinois asked and touch others deeply in an endless inter- York City and it is hard to express in words was given permission to revise and ex- connected fabric. These individuals the devastation that this cowardly act has tend his remarks.) each had unique stories, friends, and brought to our city. The people of New York

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00081 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5572 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 City, and the people of our nation, have re- As these events have demonstrated, none acts and make sure that they are punished. sponded with generosity, courage and patriot- of us can predict what today, or the next day, This type of attack on America and its people ism. During this time of great sadness, we as will bring. will not stand. a nation are witnessing a spirit of hope. Yet, Americans can—by uniting, and speak- If those responsible think that they can Over the last day and a half we have seen ing with one voice—make certain that tomor- shake the foundation of the American spirit, countless examples of courage as our emer- row will bring us a nation that is, and always freedom, and democracy, I have a message gency workers and our firemen and policemen will be, strong yet free, diverse yet indivisible, for them. You have never been more wrong. risked their lives to save others. They exem- and, while ever mindful of the magnitude of The foundation of liberty and freedom that plify the best values of our nation. Ordinary our loss, also eternally hopeful and endlessly America is built upon is unshakable. people reached out to offer whatever they optimistic that our Nation’s greatness will only Finally, as a member of the Armed Services could to assist and stood in long lines to do- grow. Committee, I along with my committee col- nate blood. And in the end, many of them paid Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I sup- leagues will do everything in our power to pro- the highest price in order to save others and port this resolution. It says what all Americans vide the necessary resources to prevent any- help them keep their families and friends from are saying and expresses our unbroken re- thing like this from happening again. suffering such unbearable tragedy. solve in the face of this outrageous and cow- There is much work to be done in the days Let there be no misunderstanding, the ardly attack on our country. and months ahead, but America will rise to the American people will not let this terrible act di- When I think of the horrific events that hap- challenges as is always has throughout its his- minish our spirit or force us into fear. As I left pened yesterday, I am consumed with feelings tory. New York City this morning on my way to join of great sadness and anger. Yesterday was a Again, my deepest sympathies and prayers this important discussion and express my sup- day of outrage and deep loss. Like all Ameri- go out the victims and their families. port for this resolution, I was startled to see cans, I am filled with sympathy for the victims Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Mr. Speaker, the skyline of my city without its two great tow- and families who have lost loved ones in after a painful and shocking day where we ers standing above all the others. In their these brutal attacks. saw the unthinkable become a reality, I re- space I only saw a cloud of smoke rising up The enormity of this loss is impossible to turned to my house to embrace my wife, Tiia, to the sky. Yet, even without those great tow- measure. it may be some time before we fully and two children. ers watching over the city, we will continue to understand what happened and who is re- My five-year-old son, Robert, had only one embrace our freedom and live out our prin- sponsible. But make no mistake—those who question. He asked it in a way that only a five- ciples of democracy. Those faceless terrorists organized these inhumane and dastardly at- year-old could: ‘‘Why did those mean people may think that they have won a great battle, tacks will be found and they will be brought to fly a plane through that building?’’ How can you explain to a child the hate that but they have only made our country more justice. drives individuals to act with utter disregard for dedicated to its core principles and ready to These attacks on Americans on American human life? What answer can we find to the defend those principles against any threat. soil have not and cannot extinguish the Amer- ican spirit. Now more than ever, we must steel question, ‘‘Why?’’ b 0045 ourselves to do what must be done—and to We may not have that answer soon; how- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. do it carefully and correctly. Words and rhet- ever, there are things we do know. These Speaker, I yield myself 1 minute just oric are not enough. We can no longer appeal things are as solid and sure as the Cascade to close. to the hearts and souls of terrorists and those Mountains that greet us each morning, and as In my 21 years as a Member of this who support and harbor them—they have no deep as the Puget Sound waters: the promise House, I have never seen such an un- heart and they have no soul. and potential that the freedoms we enjoy will precedented unity and solidarity with Clearly, our concept of national security never be given up to any terror. The gift of de- our fellow Americans as has been ex- must include stronger and more effective mocracy will continue to be exercised no mat- pressed by my colleagues on both sides measures to keep Americans safe from ter- ter what the cost. The values of openness and of the aisle. This has been an extraor- rorist attacks. We must commit ourselves to a tolerance, without which we would descend to dinary debate, a bipartisan expression course of action to ensure that this kind of ca- the level of our new enemies, will continue to of our very deep concern and anguish tastrophe never happens again and that those stand. Finally, the American spirit which drives over the horrific loss of human life and responsible are brought to justice for their us to reach out to help those in need—a spirit an ironclad resolve to effectively pros- crimes. we need now more than ever—will continue to ecute the war on terrorism. Mr. MICA. Mr. Speaker, September 11, triumph. It has all been said, Mr. Speaker, 2001 is a day that each of us will remember In the wake of this terrible act of terrorism, today and into this evening. as long as we live. That day and the terrorist I am calling upon all of us to take these ac- Mr. GUTIERREZ. Mr. Speaker, we all acts committed against the United States must tions: (1) Please pray for the victims and their search for words of wisdom that will heal always remind us of the price we have paid families; (2) support President Bush and the these wounds. Yet, there are few poets who for our freedom. Our hearts and prayers go Congress in the actions we must take to re- could pen the phrases we long to hear. And, out to the thousands of families whose lives spond to this tragedy. This is no time for par- certainly, I do not presume to possess the vo- have been shattered by the unspeakable hor- tisan politics; (3) use my office as a resource cabulary to put this tragedy in its proper per- ror that we have all witnessed. We can and to answer questions; (4) donate blood if you spective. will rebuild the structures that have been de- can; (5) do not let terrorism scare you. The I simply rise to say the following. And I say stroyed. We will never restore the lives of United States will track down those respon- it with confidence: At this moment, all Ameri- those lost in this tragedy. As a Congress and sible and bring them to justice. cans—regardless of our backgrounds, regard- as a nation we have a solemn obligation not We have the strongest democracy in the less of our political affiliations, and regardless to rest until those guilty of these murderous history of the world and we will get through of the languages we speak—all of us speak acts are brought to justice. May God have this shocking attack on our country. with one voice. mercy on those who have committed these Tiia’s and my prayers go out to the families As this resolution demonstrates, all of us crimes against us and may God have mercy of the victims. speak with one voice in mourning our fellow on the United States of America. Mr. WU. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer Americans who have died, and in expressing Mr. MALONEY of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, the strongest possible condemnation of yester- sympathy for the families, friends and col- joining with my colleagues, I come to the floor day’s terrorist attack on the United States, and leagues whom they have left behind. with a heavy heart to express my deepest to offer my deepest condolences to all the vic- We speak with one voice—one voice—in sympathies for the victims and family mem- tims of this senseless tragedy, to their families expressing immense appreciation and awe for bers of yesterday’s horrific events in New and loved ones. the emergency personnel who answered the York, Washington, and Pennsylvania. We To those who have suffered most in the last call of duty, many of whom did not return. have them all, including those from my con- two days, we will make every effort to rescue One voice expresses anger and outrage. gressional district, in our prayers. and bring you comfort and solace. Throughout One voice asks: ‘‘What can we do to help?’’ The Congress is prepared to assist all fed- the course of the last thirty hours, we have And one voice expresses full, complete and eral, state, and local agencies in any way that seen the American spirit at its finest. Ameri- unwavering support for our military and for our it can. The victims and families come first in cans have volunteered their energy, their commander-in-chief. our concerns. homes and even their blood to aid victims. I support this resolution, above all, for spirit I also want to assure all Americans that we To the perpetrators of these heinous acts, of unity that it embodies. will find those responsible for these cowardly we will pursue and bring each and every one

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00082 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5573 of you to justice. America will not tolerate such sure my constituents that our government is terrorist attacks that have been launched acts of barbaric terrorism. We must do all we mobilized now to take decisive action to as- against the United States. My heart goes out can to bring the guilty to justice and ensure sure that this will never happen again. The full to the families of all those who have been this never recurs. resources of this nation will be expended to lost—airline passengers and crew, workers in To all my fellow Americans, the United find and root out those responsible for this office buildings, military personnel, rescue States must not bow to terrorism. We must do atrocity. We are vigorously engaged in the workers—too numerous to even estimate at the nation’s business. We should not let yes- search and rescue effort and ready to provide this point. terday’s tragic events stop the work of our na- any support and comfort we can to those who Yesterday, Americans from coast to coast tion—to do so would give terrorism its victory. are grieving. and around the world stopped what they were We must learn from the kindness of strang- If the purpose of this despicable attack was doing and experienced shock, insecurity, and ers who have come to one another’s comfort to deter our commitment to freedom and our grief. in the last two days. support for our democratic allies, like Israel, it Our country has not felt such horror or fear Finally, in the process of combating inter- has failed. in its history. Cities, suburbs, and rural towns national terrorism, we must either abandon We will have peace and security again in became ‘‘still’’ as news spread of the events American civil liberties nor express our fears this country and we continue our efforts to unfolding in New York City, Washington, DC, and anger by indiscriminately striking out spread peace and security throughout the and western Pennsylvania. against those with different names, skin color world. We will pay tribute to our lost loved As we relive yesterday’s events, we will or religion. ones, to those who have responded so brave- continue to be in shock. We will search for in- Today, here on this floor, we honor the vic- ly, and we will comfort the families that are formation about friends, family, and profes- tims. Tomorrow, and in the coming weeks and aching across the nation. And we will stand to- sional colleagues affected by this vicious at- months, we will honor them further by showing gether in this country and with our allies tack. that our Nation and her people are stronger around the world and all those who consider However, as we move beyond the shock, than the forces of terrorism. themselves civilized, and we will have justice. we must remain assured that America’s insti- Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, like most And the commitment to freedom from which tutions and government remain fully intact. Americans, I was glued to the television yes- this nation was born will continue to flourish. Our democracy is stronger than a band of sui- terday. It was with the eyes and heart of a Mr. MASCARA. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, cidal terrorists. We will survive this deplorable wife, mother and grandmother primarily that I America was wounded. Wounded in our souls. attack. In fact, we will grow stronger. While responded incredulously to the horrific images. wounded by an unimaginable evil. this attack has destroyed lives and infrastruc- Our nation will forever remember this des- Throughout the day, I tried to reach my family ture, it has not destroyed our foundation as a picable attack on America, on our people, and back in Illinois, and found myself looking at country. on the freedom we enjoy as Americans. These their pictures. Those of us who did not lose To the perpetrators of this act, I would state horrific events will be forever engrained in the loved ones or know personally someone who that you have not destroyed the spirit of Amer- minds of our peace-loving people for many perished in this attack could all empathize with ica. You have not even shaken the foundation the agony of those who do. We all have sent years to come. We must come together in our hearts to of this country. If anything, even as our nation our precious ones off to work or said goodbye bring peace to the families and friends of the grieves, its very foundation has been re-en- to them at the airport, never giving more than lost loved ones. We must open our hearts to forced with a sense of itself, its purpose, its a passing thought about their safety. With those in need. freedoms,and the deeply felt civic connections great anticipation, we have ridden in elevators Lifestyles in this nation and around the among its citizens. to the top of the World Trade Center, and as world may change, but the message must go In the morning hours, even as hundreds of citizens visited public buildings like the Pen- out to our faceless enemies that we the Amer- thousands of people were immediately gripped tagon. In just a few hours, our sense of secu- ican people have the resolve to persevere. In by chaotic circumstances in Washington, DC, rity as an American family was shattered. It the words of Confucius, ‘‘Our greatest glory is and New York, we knew that our faith in one will be a long time before we take ordinary not in never falling, but rising every time we another as citizens would sustain us through acts for granted again. fall.’’ the events unfolding before our eyes. Today, our hopes and prayers are with the We are a strong and proud people who In the afternoon, as we watched the brave injured, and we rejoice with each discovery of have faced adversity and enemies greater men and women of fire, police and medical someone found in the rubble. Today we mar- than the pathetic cowards who attacked us professions carry out their duties, our con- vel at the courage of the firefighters, police, yesterday. Our enemies will not see us falter. fidence in civic institutions was re-assured and military personnel, emergency crews and vol- The American people and this congress will grew deeper. unteers, many of whom also perished, who stand behind our President. All day as public resources were mobilized have worked and are working so hard to save This tragic event will only serve to solidify to support the efforts of New York City, Wash- lives. our principles of freedom and democracy. ington, DC, and southwestern Pennsylvania, Yesterday I was consumed by unanswer- These terrorists fear our very foundation of our trust and belief in the leadership provided able questions. What kind of people carefully freedom and democracy. They will learn that by local, state, and federal officials grew and deliberately plot to brutally murder thou- America’s belief in freedom and democracy stronger. sands of innocent men, women and children? are far more powerful than any acts of ter- My fellow Americans, after yesterday, that How can one imagine individuals celebrating rorism. bond that binds us together as Americans, the deadly success of this evil plot? How We will continue to be the greatest nation that bond that seems invisible or recessed in could any human being have such total dis- this planet has ever seen, and our enemies our daily lives, that bond that seems not to regard for human life? How could anyone be are about to find that out the hard way! I will exist when we watch political or partisan dif- so consumed by hate? It is still hard to get my support the President’s efforts to hunt down ferences being expressed, that bond became mind around this. and punish those cowards responsible for the fully visible and tangible once again. Today I realize that we must be careful as killing of unsuspecting and innocent civilians. All of us felt its presence and re-emergence we answer those questions. I represent a very Unfortunately, whatever action taken will never as we struggled through yesterday. diverse district that includes people of all be enough to sufficiently avenge our nation’s As we evacuated buildings. races, nationalities and religions. All of them losses. As we follow the news. are horrified today. But some, Arab Americans Let us always remember that although our As we took the metro or walked home. and Muslims and others have another con- nation has been violated, we will deal with As we shared our sorrow with friends and cern—that they, our neighbors and fellow those who perpetrated this terrorism. family. American residents, will become the targets of Freedom to live was stolen from many of To my colleagues and fellow Americans, I anger and frustration. This is a time when, in our mothers, fathers, children, sisters, broth- would say that it is through this bond—shared tribute to the value of tolerance that is at the ers, and our citizens. We must never forget between ourselves, and indeed shared among heart of our democracy, we must embrace that, even long after our answer comes. all people who relish freedom and democ- one another. Turning against each other will Mr. KOLBE. Mr. Speaker, yesterday Amer- racy—that we will tap our inner strength to only be a victory for the perpetrators of this ica was hit by an unspeakable tragedy—an overcome yesterday’s event. evil plot. act of unconscionable horror. Over the next several weeks, we will take As a proud member of the Congress of this I am uncomprehending, and I am saddened stock of our loss. We will grieve for friends great nation, I am working with my staff to as- beyond depths I could have imagined, at the and loved ones. After that, we will re-build the

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00083 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5574 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 physical infrastructure that was destroyed, and tioner. As I came abreast of the Pentagon, leaders. As the threat posed to American citi- in so doing make sacred the memories of which was on my right, I thought I heard a zens by terrorist organizations continues to Americans lost. muffled boom and then, after a few seconds, grow as demonstrated by the occurrence of Our lives will go on—saddened by those saw a billowing black cloud of smoke. A few September 11th, it is essential we use every lost—but unencumbered by fear of those who minutes later, when I stopped at the entrance tool at our disposal to eliminate those who have neither the ability nor courage to truly of the Rayburn garage, a Capitol Hill police- would destroy our lives and property from threaten our freedom and way of life. man told me, ‘‘They just hit the Pentagon,’’ doing so. To that end, I introduced H.R. 19, As we move to respond internationally, we and pointed to the same black cloud of smoke ‘‘The Terrorist Elimination Act’’; legislation re- will assemble the facts to identify those re- I had just passed. pealing those portions of executive orders pro- sponsible. And then we will act swiftly to pun- It will take a while for our government to re- hibiting the government from directly elimi- ish those responsible, and we will protect U.S. sume normalcy and for our country to regain nating terrorist leaders. national security interests in concert with our its confidence. I used to tell Sunday School Terrorist leaders should rarely be targeted, friends who share a commitment to actively students that ‘‘confidence’’ comes from the and any such steps should only be considered combat terrorism. Latin, ‘‘con fides,’’ which means ‘‘with faith.’’ after very careful and comprehensive consid- To America’s friends and allies, we take That is how we will have to proceed. eration involving our military, intelligence, and comfort in your words of condolence and look Mr. BARR of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, the grief policy leaders. However, when terrorist lead- forward to your support in the future. millions of Americans are feeling today all ers, such as the ones who caused the attacks To the perpetrators of this crime against across our great nation knows no boundaries. against New York City and Washington, D.C., human life, you will be tracked down. While I recognize the significance of the Con- take and threaten the lives of Americans, I be- You may wish to remember what Admiral gress making a statement for the record to lieve it is entirely appropriate for us to remove Yamamoto, the architect of the last major at- condemn yesterday’s attacks, I also recognize them by any means necessary, without arbi- tack on U.S. soil at Pearl Harbor mused after mere words ring hollow today to the millions of trarily limiting our options. that event: ‘‘I fear all we have done is awaken Americans who have lost so much. Finally, we must begin to take steps toward a sleeping giant and filled him with terrible re- Lost in this tremendous tragedy were friends understanding why our intelligence community solve.’’ and loved ones, mothers and fathers, military failed to have knowledge or warning of such a The United States will use every resource personnel, firefighters, and police officers; in- well-planned, multi-faceted strategic attack. available to find you and to punish you. nocent men, women, and children all. Over The federal government spends billions of dol- Cowardly acts of terror will not change the the days, weeks, and months ahead, all Amer- lars each year to ensure the safety of its citi- United States of America. You will not win. icans must come together, work together, and zens. For us to have no knowledge ahead of Mr. THORNBERRY. Mr. Speaker, there do what they can, whether it is donating blood time is simply unacceptable, and I fully expect have been many times over the past two days to a local blood bank or something as simple steps will be taken to understand the source when an analogy has been made to Pearl as thanking the brave men and women who of these problems and fix them immediately; Harbor. put their lives on the line each day to ensure including allowing our agents in the field more I am struck by a different analogy from the our safety and freedom. latitude to gain information and eliminating bu- same war. The grief and mourning all of us are feeling reaucracy to ensure information is dissemi- In August 1940, the Battle of Britain raged today however, must be balanced by our re- nated more quickly. in the skies. It was different from previous solve to identify and take action against those What we must avoid, however, is the knee- wars because innocent civilians Were thrust responsible for these despicable and jerk reaction to pass more laws restricting the into the battle As bombs rained down on Lon- unprovoked acts of war. For these were not civil liberties of American citizens. The trage- don and the rest of Britain. simple acts of terrorism or mere crimes. They dies of this attack will only be compounded by Prime Minister Winston Churchill spoke to were acts of war; a direct and deliberate at- giving the government more power at the ex- the House of Commons on August 20. He tack against our country, our government, our pense of our civil liberties. If we cannot stop said: ‘‘If it is a case of the whole nation fight- economy, and our military. this sort of attack with all of the power our ing and suffering together, That ought to suit To that end, I disagree with those who be- government agencies already have, then we us, Because we are the most united of all the lieve we must bring these perpetrators ‘‘to jus- are in very serious trouble. As I have said, the nations, Because we enter the war upon the tice.’’ They should be destroyed, and de- one area where the government can and must national will and with our eyes open, and be- stroyed with force so powerful that these vi- approve is in allowing more latitude to gain in- cause we have been nurtured in freedom and pers will no longer have the ability to rear their formation overseas and in taking direct action individual responsibility and are the products, fangs towards our great nation again. I agree against terrorists. not of totalitarian uniformity, but of tolerance with the President who said last night there As I said at the outset, mere words have lit- and variety.’’ will no longer be a distinction between those tle meaning during this time of national trag- The same could be said of us today, Mr. who commit acts of terror and those who pro- edy. What we must do now is to take mean- Speaker. vide harbor to them. I only regret such a dis- ingful steps to exact retribution on those who What the terrorists will never understand is tinction has existed for so long. are responsible and ensure this never hap- that the strength of America is the hearts of While we remember and reflect on all we pens again. our people. They may attack our buildings; have lost, we must also move forward with a Mr. MOLLOHAN. Mr. Speaker, I join my col- they may attack innocent civilians. But they renewed fight to destroy terrorists and dis- leagues today in expressing my outrage at can never harm the thing that makes us mantle their infrastructure. This consists of these terrorist attacks on American soil. My great—it’s inside us. identifying any and all terrorist elements— thoughts and prayers go out to the families of Last night, church services were held across whether they be those who actually train and those who perished at the hands of a cruel, the country—from Clarendon, Texas to Wash- commit these acts, or those who harbor, fi- and as yet unknown killer. I extend my deep- ington, D.C.—as people prayed for those af- nance, supply and otherwise offer support to est respect and gratitude to the hundreds of fected by the tragedy and for strength and them. Once we have positively identified them, emergency responders who, at this moment, courage to face what lies ahead. we take them out; eliminate them from the continue to make order of the wreckage that I believe that God will continue to bestow face of this earth with a vengeance so strong has resulted from this most wretched attack. His blessings on this favored land, and each they will never rise again. In doing so, they Our proud nation has never flinched from day I will thank Him for the opportunity to be should be afforded the same lack of warning adversity. On the contrary—we are a nation an American. and mercy as they offered to the innocent vic- that pulls together during extraordinary times. Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it will tims in the World Trade Center and Pentagon. And, indeed, this is an extraordinary time. This take weeks, months, perhaps years, for us to There are other steps we could and should unity of spirit is already evident by countless understand the magnitude of the terrorist at- take, in light of these terrorist acts. Americans who are lining up at bloodbanks tacks. Our lives will be changed as we strug- We must all work to immediately untie the across the country, those offering clothing to gle to find a balance between the need for in- hands of our military and intelligence leaders the walking wounded whose clothes were creased security and the necessity of pro- to deal swiftly with serious and recognized seared by burning buildings, and scores of tecting our freedoms. threats to our national security. For the last 30 volunteers who are seeking to come to crash I was driving to work at the Rayburn House years, our government, through executive or- sites to relieve exhausted rescue personnel. Office Building yesterday morning with my ders, has had an artificial barrier in place; pro- The resolve of America is evident in the face window down because of a broken air condi- hibiting surgical attacks against known terrorist of this carnage and chaos.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00084 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5575 I join Members of the House and Senate in of gas price spikes, and lines forming at gas It is war on a horrifyingly large scale. supporting President Bush’s efforts to use all stations. That’s overreaction. Tuesday’s Some people compared the attacks with the necessary resources to protect our Nation, blasts will have less effect on America’s gas Japanese ambush of Pearl Harbor. However, supply than the accidental refinery explo- the toll was potentially greater than the and to determine who has perpetrated this un- sion earlier this summer in Illinois. 2,400 lives lost in that 1941 attack. Fifty seemly act of terrorism and to punish them, or Americans can help each other. One way is thousand people worked in the World Trade those who harbor them. I invite the President to donate blood. The nation’s blood supply, Center towers. If the hijack-terrorists had to communicate swiftly with the Congress to already at perilously low levels, was drained achieved a maximum kill, it would have been let us know what resources our Government by Tuesday’s catastrophe. Call the Commu- near the magnitude of the 60,000 people who agencies need to address the damage inflicted nity Blood Bank at 474–1781. died at Hiroshima. upon our land and our people. I know that Americans should hold to their traditions Tuesday, as the hours passed and shock of fairness and religious tolerance, even as Congress will respond thoroughly and expedi- turned to anger, Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf they turn to prayer in accordance with their said what a lot of people were thinking—the tiously. own faiths. If the attacks prove to be the first impluse, he noted, is to find the persons While buildings, as well as nerves, may be work of Muslim extremists, those of dif- responsible and punish them severely. shattered by this heinous act of terrorism, ferent beliefs should remember that many But as Schwarzkopf acknowledged, part of American spirit is steadfast and unflinching. Muslims abhor such violence. And surely the frustration of a terrorist war is not God bless America. Americans have learned enough about race knowing the adversary, immediately or at Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, this Member not to hold every individual of Mideastern all. We can only trust that the government calls to his colleagues’ attention the exception- descent responsible in this time of rampant will do its best to take care of that essential ally perceptive editorials of Nebraska’s two suspicion. part of the response. These events should re- Most of America’s response to Tuesday’s metropolitan newspapers—the Lincoln Journal mind Americans of the importance of elect- suicide hijackings will be directed from ing the best leaders they possibly can—the Star and the Omaha World-Herald. The edi- Washington. This is no time for rhetoric as most important consideration is not the ben- torial advice of the former newspaper that usual. Americans are sick of Republicans and efits the candidate promises but the char- ‘‘now is the time for Americans to unite, to Democrats who spend more energy fighting acter and wisdom he potentially can bring to draw together’’ is certainly evident in abun- for partisan advantage than in actually ad- an unforeseen crisis. dance in Nebraska today, and throughout this dressing problems. Focus on ridding the This is a time for anger, to be sure, and Nation. All of us in Congress and in other na- globe of terrorists—not angling to pick up grief and compassion toward those whose tional leadership need to consider, and lead seats in the next election. family and friends are among the victims. Certainly the nation’s intelligence-gath- But it’s also a time for a clear-eyed assess- by our example and our actions in the Con- ering capabilities need to be scrutinized. ment of what Americans can do to make our gress, the advice of the Omaha paper that Perhaps there has been too much reliance on society less vulnerable to this kind of war- while ‘‘this is a time for anger, to be sure, and satellite surveillance. Perhaps it’s time to fare. Travel may become less convenient. grief and compassion toward those whose re-emphasize human operatives. The White House and the Capitol may be- family and friends are among the victims. But Tuesday’s attack also should remind Wash- come less accessible. Surveillance of suspect it’s also a time for a clear-eyed assessment of ington that America, despite its status as organizations may increase. Government re- the world’s sole superpower, needs allies. sources that people counted on to make their what Americans can do to make our society And it especially needs allies if anti-ter- less vulnerable to this kind of warfare.’’ lives more comfortable might have to go for rorism efforts are to succeed. In the past sev- security, which, after all, is the govern- [From the Lincoln Journal Star, Sept. 12, eral months the Bush administration too ment’s foremost responsibility. 2001] often has acted unilaterally. Now is an op- Grown-ups will accept, indeed welcome, ATTACKS MARK BLOODY END TO COMPLACENCY portune time to mobilize the international the sacrifices that need to be made. Life in America will be forever altered by community against terrorism. The bloody The terrible events of September 11, 2001, the terrorist attacks on New York and Wash- devastation in New York and Washington will surely never be forgotten. This will ington, D.C. just as easily could happened in Moscow, stand with Pearl Harbor and the burning of Life will change because Americans not Berlin or Paris. the White House by the British in the War of only will accommodate it, they will welcome The deadliest attack ever made on Amer- 1812—events that not only saddened and out- it. Aren’t you willing this morning to tol- ican soil marks the start of a new era in this raged the country but also reignited its de- erate ultra-strict precautions the next time country. Complacency is now a thing of the termination to preserve the blessings of lib- you board an airline? past. As America grids for sustained battle erty. A message was driven home in the thunder against terrorism, may it be granted the wis- This determination has always been one of of exploding airplanes and collapsing sky- dom to choose wisely as it balances the the country’s greatest strengths. It has sel- scrapers. The greatest threat to American needs of liberty and security. dom been more urgently needed than now. security may be from shadowy forces using Mr. BALLENGER. Mr. Speaker, today is an- guile, deception and stealth—not from rec- [From the Omaha World Herald, Sept. 12, 2001] other day that will live in infamy ognizable foes wielding batteries of missiles Americans are not used to attacks on our and the recognizable implements of war. Yesterday was a day for Americans to face Aircraft carriers, satellites, ballistic mis- often-neglected realities. citizens, especially on our own soil. And Amer- siles, tanks, and helicopters were of little Our borders are porous. Our cities are poor- ica will not stand for it. use against the foe who struck Tuesday ly protected. Our airline security program Today’s cowardly attacks were made by morning in the deadliest attack ever mount- has been exposed as a dismal failure. Our de- those who despise freedom. Well, I have news ed against Americans on American soil. fense and intelligence services are under- for them: freedom will prevail, and they will Apt comparisons were quickly drawn be- funded and, in some cases, held only hap- pay the highest price for their actions. tween the attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, hazardly to account. This was an act of war. Some of my friends The Pentagon lies in partial ruin. The 1941. This day, too, shall live in infamy. The who are World War II veterans compare this toll of dead and injured, however, apparently World Trade Center, a foremost symbol of will surpass the 2,388 deaths and 1,178 wound- our commercial might, has been erased from to Pearl Harbor. But in World War II, we knew ed at Pearl Harbor. the Manhattan skyline. Americans can no who—and where—the enemy was. As yet, we In World War II the enemy struck at what longer be sure our centers of government and don’t know the answer to that question, but be was then a far-flung outpost of American commerce are safe based solely on the good assured that we will find out. military might. But on Sept. 11, 2001, the will of the public. Our thoughts and prayers today are with the enemy struck at the very heart and nerve Some of the vulnerability exists because innocent victims and their families. We also center of the American military—the Pen- Americans wanted more personal benefits owe a great debt of gratitude to those rescue tagon in the nation’s capital. from government at the expense of defense Despite the distinctions between Tuesday’s and intelligence. Civilian society has grown workers who continue to put public safety terrorism and Pearl Harbor, Americans of apart from some of the realities of security. above their own. They are true American he- today would do well to emulate the response Accordingly, many Americans were unpre- roes, and we are deeply saddened that many of Americans to that surprise attack in the pared for this brutal introduction to warfare of those public servants lost their lives. last century. in what is sure to be one of its 21st century But while we grieve, we must also harden Now is a time for Americans to unite, to forms. our resolve to protect this wonderful country. I draw together. Terrorism is effective when it It is a maddening, infuriating kind of con- have great confidence in the men and women flict in which the enemy often can’t be iden- drives a wedge between a government and its who serve in our military and will be called citizens. Terrorism is effective when it can tified. Its targets are selected with cruel in- create chaos, when it can disrupt a society’s difference to human values—the traveling upon to respond on behalf of our nation. I also productive routines. public, the institutions of democratic gov- have great confidence in our civilians, who will Now is a time for Americans to remain ernment and large concentrations of inno- willingly make whatever sacrifices might be calm. There were reports Tuesday afternoon cent civilians. needed.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00085 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5576 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 I encourage our citizens to donate blood, ‘‘power of the purse’’ to ensure that they have can be prevented. Domestically, we must pay which is critically needed at this time. I also the resources they need to accomplish this better attention to unconventional threats and encourage you to go to your house of worship task. That is what this resolution says we will basic security measures. Internationally, we and join in prayer. do. That is what we must do. need to better utilize our intelligence resources America will rebound from this tragedy. The In closing, Mr. Speaker, I will share with the so that these types of threats can be detected terrorists took their best shot, and now it’s Chamber that last night, my wife spent the early. time that we take ours. evening hours with beloved neighbors in our This is not the first time our country and Mr. OSE. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, our great hometown of Stonington, CT. Their young way of life have been challenged. This chal- Nation was dealt a blow of untold destruction grandson, my daughter’s classmate and lenge too will be answered and this great na- and loss of life, in a cowardly and egregious friend, had a new and exciting job in New tion will prevail over these faceless cowards. act of war by terrorists. York City located on the 105th floor of the These are the times when all Americans are At this time my thoughts and prayers are World Trade Center. He was a bright and en- called upon to rise to the occasion, working to- with the victims and the families of this hor- ergetic young man; a smalltown boy pursuing gether with a common purpose to show that rible terrorist act. This is now a time for our the American dream in ‘‘the Big Apple.’’ Fol- this Nation continues to stand tall and proud. Nation to collectively grieve and come to- lowing yesterday’s attack, calls to his cell Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, yesterday our gether as one to address this crisis. I salute phone went unanswered. He is missing. We Nation suffered previously unimaginable hor- the brave men and women who are, even fear the worst. rific acts against our Nation’s citizens and our now, pouring through the tangled remains of Today in eastern Connecticut we have democracy, in an attempt to shake our foun- the buildings, the doctors, nurses, paramedics, learned of four others who are missing, and dation of freedom. and law enforcement who are working long we mourn the deaths of three loved ones who As parents, grandparents, and peers we not hours to provide critical medical attention, and were on two of the aircraft involved. only see these acts as an attack on our Na- the volunteers who are rallying to support This distress among our fellow citizens de- tion—but also an attack that threatens to shat- them. mands that we respond with strong and un- ter the innocence of life as seen by our chil- The American people and Congress will equivocal action. This resolution is just the first dren. Yesterday, the actions of others crushed support the President’s effort to utilize every step. I expect that it will be followed by author- this innocence and reminded us that freedom resource available to ensure our Nation’s se- izations and appropriations. In the name of the does not come without a cost. As so many curity. Our Nation has not witnessed such an missing and the dead, we can do no less. This American’s who have fought for this country unprovoked attack since Pearl Harbor. As in is the people’s house. In their name, this is already know—freedom is not free. I want to express my condolences and pray- the past, America will respond. We will identify what we resolve to do. ers to all of the families and friends who have the perpetrators of these attacks and hold Mr. REGULA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to strongly lost loved ones and to those victims who are them accountable for an act of war against the condemn the heinous acts of terrorism com- fighting to survive their injuries. I also want to American people. mitted against the American people yesterday. ask us all to remember and pray for the dedi- Mr. SIMMONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- The barbaric cowards perpetrating these acts cated people who have worked and continue port of Joint Resolution 61 expressing the have attacked not only our country, but also to work to recover possible survivors. sense of the Senate and House of Represent- the values of human freedom and democracy As a nation of free people we will join to- atives regarding terrorist attacks launched that so many Americans have died defending gether and recover from this tragedy. From against the United States on September 11, both here and abroad. Our thoughts and pray- the ashes of this tragedy we will rise up and 2001. ers are with the injured and those who have prevail—because in America—every morning We are gathered here on the floor of the tragically lost loved ones. has the potential for new and even better be- people’s House 1 day after the worst attack on In the short term, we must do everything we ginnings. American soil in our Nation’s history. can to save and care for those injured in these Mr. SUNUNU. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, We are gathered here to demonstrate that attacks. The Federal Government can and America was besieged by images of tragedy the people’s work must go on. And that we will must be a vital partner in this effort. As chair- and horror as we witnessed an attack on the not be intimidated away from performing the man of the appropriations subcommittee that very heart of the freedom which we hold so people’s work. funds the Department of Health and Human dear. Today, the Nation and the world are be- We are gathered here to show the world Services, I am very pleased to see the Depart- sieged by emotion: disbelief, anger, and enor- that you can take our people’s lives, and you ment is coordinating emergency medical serv- mous sorrow. We mourn the loss of thou- can destroy their property; but you can never ices under the Federal Response Plan, dis- sands, and grieve for the families, friends, and destroy their values of freedom and the institu- patching medical supplies and disaster med- communities that have lost so much. tion of democracy. ical teams to the areas affected by these at- As Chaplain Coughlin told us through prayer And so, as the people’s representatives, we tacks. this morning, ‘‘Yesterday changed the world, must act in the face of turmoil, confusion, and I must express my sincere gratitude to all and today we are changed.’’ We will meet this danger to do the peoples’ work; to show our those police, fire, and volunteer rescue units change and this challenge united—knowing enemies that the people cannot be intimi- that have saved so many already at their own that our freedom is our greatest strength and dated, and that our democracy cannot be shut risk and continue their efforts to find survivors. knowing that in our resolve to protect freedom, down. My appreciation also goes out to those we will not fail. Today is a day that we must demonstrate to tresting the many injured. Lastly, I must say Mr. HILLEARY. Mr. Speaker, our Nation, the world that terrorism is not free speech, it thanks to all those who have donated their our freedom, and our way of life were violently is murder; and that terrorist acts are not poli- time, blood, and possessions to aid the rescue attacked yesterday. Our thoughts and prayers tics, they are war. It is time for us to realize effort. It always impresses me that in times of are with the victims and their families, as well that the perpetrators of these acts are not try- great tragedy, the people of this country rise with the men and women who are conducting ing to capture our attention to make a point. to the challenge in coming to the aid of their the recovery efforts. They are trying to destroy us; and it is time for fellow citizens. This says a lot about the val- While, our adversaries correctly calculated us to respond in kind. ues this nation represents. how to get past airport security and execute The resolution before us says that we ‘‘com- Of course, our energies must be strongly fo- their plan, they badly miscalculated the unity mit to support increased resources in the war cused on finding those responsible and bring- and resolve of the American people. Whatever to eradicate terrorism.’’ It also provides that ing them to justice. I consider this to be an act policy disagreements we may have are a fam- we ‘‘punish the perpetrators of these attacks, of war against the United States and a sub- ily fight. One need only to see the long lines as well as their sponsors.’’ These are appro- stantial and coordinated response is needed of people waiting to give blood for the victims, priate responses to what has happened over to protect our national security. Like the Presi- or the truckdrivers in New York stopping to the past 24 hours. dent, I believe we must strongly punish not pick up carry pedestrians across the George In the coming weeks, I do not want to see only these terrorists, but also those who pro- Washington Bridge, or the woman handing out terrorist faces on the covers of our national vide them with a haven in which to operate. I free pairs of sneakers to women wearing high newspapers. I do not want to hear the pundits hope that our friends and allies worldwide will heels so they could get through the rubble talk of this group or that. I want our intel- help us in this effort. safety to know that the American people are ligence community and military forces to hunt Clearly, the unforeseen nature of these at- as united as ever. them down like the murderous cowards they tacks requires us to rethink the way we defend We stand united behind the President and are. And I want this Congress to use its this country, with the hope that future attacks his national security team. While the people

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00086 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5577 behind these vicious acts don’t have the cour- est of nights and standing tall as an enduring areas affected by the violence. This should in- age to show themselves, we will find out who beacon of hope. clude federal funds for rescue, recovery, re- is responsible for this, we will hunt down those May God bless the victims and their fami- building, and counseling. And it should also in- who financed and protected the terrorists, and lies, and may God bless America. clude individual volunteer efforts, whether it’s we will make an example of them. Mr. ISAKSON. Mr. Speaker, September the donation of blood or assistance in pro- This is much more than a massive criminal 11th was a tragic day in America’s history, viding solace and comfort to the victims’ fami- act; it is an act of war, and will be dealt with and a defining day in the lives of all Ameri- lies. as such. The merchants of terror have gam- cans and all civilization. My prayers go out to We must find the perpetrators of these hei- bled that America won’t have the stomach to all those who’s loved ones were lost or in- nous acts and bring them to justice. I have do what is necessary to safeguard our free- jured. faith the President Bush will act quickly and dom. they have gambled wrong. America As we reflect on the horror of the terrorist aggressively to identify the terrorists and can’t—and won’t—flinch. attack we must all, individually and collectively launch appropriate retaliation. Mr. LARGENT. Mr. Speaker, today our na- as a nation, resolve to support our President, We must do everything in our power to pre- tion grieves for those lost in yesterday’s hor- military and law enforcement in their pursuit, vent terrorists from inflicting this strain of vio- rendous attacks. Our prayers are with the vic- capture and conviction of those responsible for lence in the future by significantly increasing tims and their families. We also must honor carrying out this act of terror. our intelligence budget and investing more in the heroic efforts of those who gave their lives The intent of terrorism is to strike fear in the traditional human espionage. while attempting to rescue victims trapped in hearts of people, and to cause people to We must work to restore the fullest con- the Trade Towers. Hundreds of firefighters, cower and retreat. We must all demonstrate fidence in our airway safety by strengthening police officers and other workers reportedly as a nation and as individuals that terrorism security measures at airports around the coun- lost their lives during the terrible collapse of has failed in its intent. Our history dem- try. Most Americans understand that greater buildings. We will never forget their courage onstrates that America has risen to meet and security measures may entail some sacrifices, and sacrifice, and we must do all we can to defeat every attempt to shake our dedication but those sacrifices may be a small price to assist those who continue to attend to victims to peace and liberty. Now will be no exception. pay for greater peace of mind. And finally, we must help each other heal and search for survivors. Freedom and hope in the world rest today, Make no mistake: yesterday’s attacks were as it has for over two centuries, on the shoul- from this tragedy. When terrorists seek to di- an act of war against the United States. When ders of Americans. May our response against vide us, we must remember to trust each we determine who is responsible our reaction those who attacked America be swift and deci- other and to stand united. By placing our trust must be strong, decisive, and sustained sive, and our resolve to never allow this to in each other, we can once again strengthen enough to stamp out this threat against our happen again ever vigilant. God has blessed and preserve the strong bonds of this country that these terrorists tried to break. nation. We must support our president in any America, and I pray God’s healing hand touch Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker. Southern West operation that would punish the group respon- all Americans whose families suffered loss Virginians know loss. We hope and pray for and injury yesterday. sible for these attacks and any government the victims of these attacks and their families Mr. DOOLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, who harbors these terrorists. as other Americans have hoped and prayed America has been challenged in the past, yesterday our nation experienced one of the for us in the past. Our nation’s motto is E. and we have not only prevailed but come worst tragedies in its history. It was a tragedy Pluribus Unum: Out of many, one. Americans through each trial a stronger nation. This test caused by violent terrorists with no regard for always display this unity best when disaster will be no exception. After September 11, precious human lives. It was a tragedy that re- strikes our fellow citizens. 2001 we will be a stronger, more noble, and minded us not to take our freedoms for grant- Yesterday’s attacks did not kill only Wash- more free nation than before. ed. And it was a tragedy that will be sure to ingtonians and New Yorkers. The victims Today a new generation of Americans is re- touch the lives of everyone in our nation for a came from across this country. At least one minded of the fact that freedom is not free. long time. Today I want to express my deep- family in my own District was torn apart. Dr. The struggle before us will be long and difficult est personal condolences and concerns to the Paul Ambrose, a talented and public-spirited but America will prevail. The depth and victims of yesterday’s tragedy and their fami- young physician, was aboard one of the air- breadth of evil in yesterday’s attacks was ex- lies. planes that the terrorists crashed. The sym- traordinary, but the spirit of America is greater The attacks yesterday on passengers on pathies of all America are with Ken and Shar- still. The people of Oklahoma, in particular, four airlines flights, the World Trade Center in on Ambrose of Huntington, West Virginia, have been an example to the world of how New York, and the Pentagon in Washington, today. We will avenge their loss. Americans respond to terror. We stand by one D.C. struck at the heart of our nation. They America seeks peace, but it is not blind. another regardless of race or ideology with struck our entire country by attacking some of The people who planned these attacks are out compassion and determination. our great nation’s most important symbols and there, and we know that they still pursue their The spirit of fear that spread throughout our institutions. The Pentagon is a symbol of our evilness. Their celebrations will be short, be- nation yesterday will be driven from our soil. nation’s great military might, which protects cause America’s resolve is sure. I support the Our military will play its role, but the real vic- our borders and defends our democratic way President’s vow to punish these murderers tory of freedom over tyranny will come, as it of life. The World Trade Center was a symbol and those who give them shelter. always has, from the character of the Amer- of this nation’s vital and strong economy—an As the death toll mounts in the aftermath of ican people. As a nation we must, more than economy that will remain as strong as the re- the most vicious terrorist attack ever per- ever, hold to our common heritage and belief solve of all Americans. petrated on Americans and America, I ask the that the freedoms we hold dear are the right More than assaulting our symbols, the ter- good Lord to give us the courage, wisdom, of every individual under God and not merely rorists struck at the heart of our nation—its and conviction to bring those responsible to the fruits of economic or military power. The people. They struck not just the immediate vic- justice. Apostle John writes in 1 John chapter 4 that tims of yesterday’s violence, but at many, Certainly, the horror of this attack has been perfect love drives out fear. The love the many more. They struck the victims’ families, etched into the minds and hearts of all Ameri- American people have for freedom and for friends, and all our communities. Their vio- cans. It is time to mourn the dead. To care for every child of God is a foundation that can lence didn’t just destroy buildings—it took the injured. But it is also time to plan for our withstand any attack. Terrorists may wage war away the gift of life from countless innocent future, and to take actions to insure that the against our structure but they will not touch Americans. The human cost of this violence lessons of this attack will not be lost. That our soul. will be deep. those who perished will not have done so in In the coming days the world will undoubt- I join with all of my colleagues in declaring vain. edly see the strength of our military but they today a national day of mourning. It is impor- America will persevere. We are not weak- will also see the strength of our character and tant that we take the time to mourn the dead ened by this attack, but rather, will grow the values that make America what it is. and others affected by this tragedy. Only by stronger. Out of these flames of death, an America has always been a lighthouse to the mourning and praying can we come to grips even stronger American spirit will be born. world, welcoming those seeking a safe harbor with this terrible act and make peace with its And the beacon of freedom, of our Democratic and new beginnings. America was attacked consequences. But we must do more than institutions, will burn even brighter upon the precisely because her freedom shines bright- mourn. world. est. In the days to come that lighthouse will We must act swiftly in the coming days to Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, my of- shine even brighter still, penetrating the dark- provide emergency aid to support to those fice manager, Mary Christ, noted the following

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And tween us is a statement of great importance. eryone here today agrees that President Bush I quote: The American people today have an en- was exactly right when he said clearly: ‘‘we Suddenly, we are living in a new world. hanced commitment to freedom and democ- hold not only the terrorists responsible, but This attack on the United States is worse racy, and that commitment is directly reflected those who harbor and assist them as well, and than the Pearl Harbor of the past. through their representatives in this Congress. we will hunt them down. . . .’’ Then, a known enemy struck at a far-away Yesterday’s heinous attacks were acts of My colleagues, today is the beginning of a naval base. war against the citizens of the United States. new chapter in the history of the USA. I Now, an unclear enemy has struck against the heart of the nation. And, the complexity of the attacks clearly pledge to all of you to work hand in hand to- Innocent civilians were turned into weap- points to a well-financed and painstakingly gether with you to bring an end to these types ons, and innocent civilians were the targets planned operation. of heinous events. Together, we will make our and the victims. It was unspeakable bru- As the chairman of the Special Oversight country stronger than ever, and together we tality and terror. Panel on Terrorism, Committee on Armed will see that yesterday’s events are never, It could not have been worse. Services in the House, I wish to make a slight- ever repeated. This was the day we will all remember. ly different point. During the past 24 hours, Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, America was This was the day the world changed. For 10 years, we have been living in the op- since the shock of viewing the events of yes- faced with a gutless, cowardly attack yester- timism after the fall of the Evil Empire and terday began to wane, the question has been day. Innocent people were murdered in cold a new freedom around the world. Now, a new asked many times: how do we prevent this blood—America was awakened to a new type Evil has struck. from ever happening again? of warfare. A type of warfare that was A new war will be waged across world. As you know, there is no simple answer. unfathomable to decent God-fearing people It will never be the same. However, during our deliberations on the around the world. Thank you Mary! panel which was established by former full Yet, as in the past, once awakened, to- Mr. TIAHRT. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong committee chairman, the late Floyd Spence, it gether as a people, we will rise up in defense support of H.J. Res. 61. has become abundantly clear that there are at of democracy, rise up in defense of liberty. 911 now has as new meaning in America. least five principles which must be developed America was also awakened to its lost patri- September 11, 2001 is the day the landscape or enhanced to safeguard the future security otism, a patriotism that we drifted away from of America was changed forever. Whenever I of our great nation. because of the security and prosperity this hear 911, not only will I think of emergency First, there is an obvious need for the devel- great land of freedom has enjoyed so long. assistance; I will remember the victims and opment of individual responsibility for the se- We are a peaceful people—but we will not families of this great tragedy and the impor- curity of ourselves, our families, friends and turn the other cheek. No one should doubt our tance of the fight against terrorism. our communities. An awareness for our sur- resolve. We will rebuild structures, but we cannot re- roundings and potential dangers must be un- As President Bush said, not only those indi- build thousands of lives that have been lost to derstood and developed. We have heretofore viduals in this evil should be targeted, but this world forever. Our thoughts and prayers existed in a relatively safe environment, free of countries who support these people and these go out to the victims, their families and friends dangers posed by terrorism. To some degree acts must and will be punished. and all of those affected by this reprehensible that may not continue to be the case. It is sickening to me to see pictures of peo- and cowardly attack against our country. As Second, there is a need to develop ‘‘institu- ple celebrating the deaths of innocent Ameri- we attempt to rescue survivors and console tional responsibility.’’ That is, to take steps to cans. It is heartening to me to see the pictures those who have lost, we begin our determined insure the places we go to work and visit are of the heroes during this opening shot of quest to find the murderers and impose the safer from violence. The Congress of the war—those who helped others—firemen, po- appropriate punishment. United States, as an institution, has made im- licemen, doctors, nurses, paramedics—the list Make no mistake. The act of war per- portant strides during the past decade in this goes on and on. petrated against us will be met with the full regard as we have safeguards in place today And ultimately, that is the list that will win force of the United States. Once we have that did not previously exist. This is not so this war. identified the cowards, our response will be with most other institutions. Obviously, there is While we mourn the growing list of victims— swift and severe. President Bush, Congress a need to increase institutional security at air- we must celebrate the growing list of heroes. and the American people are resolved to take ports and in other places. State and local gov- Those are the ones who will win this war. on and defeat the forces of evil that attempt to ernments have special responsibilities in this I pray for the victims and their families. I disrupt our way of life. The principles of de- regard as they are the closest to the people. pray for our Commander-in-Chief. I pray that mocracy in a free and open society are at Third, to those of us who have studied this justice will be ours. stake. Weak and cowardly terrorists have de- subject, it has become apparent that a high Mr. HOLDEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with clared war against all nations that enjoy free- level of intelligence information is necessary in a heavy heart to pay tribute to those innocent dom and liberty. The world is now divided be- order to ward off terrorist acts. Simply stated, lives that perished yesterday in an attack on tween those who support terrorism and those if we don’t know they are planning an attack, America’s freedom. The images of collapsing who will fight it, and all peaceful nations we have little if any chance of stopping them. skyscrapers, a burning Pentagon, and large should band together in a unified force against The previous administration’s ban on recruiting airplanes diving through our metropolitan skies those that spread hatred and wreak terror. We unsavory characters and excess reliance on will scar our memories forever. shall target not only those who plan and carry electronic forms of intelligence collection pre- As a former law enforcement officer, I want out these acts of terror, but those who feed, vent us from collecting the critical human intel- to pay particular attention to the thousands of finance, clothe and harbor them. ligence (HUMINT) that alone can provide police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, Congress must reassess our priorities in the warning of such attacks. In regard to the most and other emergency responders who did their way we provide security for the American peo- recent event, we had no specific knowledge of jobs with the utmost professionalism during ple. As a member of the Appropriations Com- the plan and disastrous results occurred. Bet- the tragedies yesterday in New York, the mittee, I pledge to stand with President Bush ter resources and a better organized intel- Washington, DC area, and in Somerset Coun- in addressing our intelligence and national se- ligence operation is therefore a principle to ad- ty, Pennsylvania. curity needs. We must keep Americans safe to vance. In my 7 years as a county sheriff, never did assure our freedoms. Fourth, as President Bush pointed out in his I train for, or conceive of a tragedy of this Mr. Speaker, yesterday was a dark day in remarks last evening, international cooperation magnitude. Hundreds of New York City fire- America. Today, the light of freedom shines is an essential principle. International terrorism fighters, police officers, and other emergency bright and we must move forward with con- simply has no borders. Government and soci- personnel who were the first to respond to the fidence as the greatest nation in the world. eties are threatened by the same groups of in- World Trade Center, were crushed in the rub- May God bless those who lost their lives dividuals on every continent. This very day, ble of the collapsing buildings as they were and comfort their families. And, my God bless we should each reach out to friends and asso- vigorously carrying out their mission—the mis- the United States of America. ciates in other government’s to offer our co- sion of rescuing people. Mr. SAXTON. Mr. Speaker, I first wish to operation and seek theirs. Mr. Speaker, yesterday’s events may have associate myself with the remarks of Mr. Fifth, deterrence will begin to take place exposed the cowardness of a coordinated and ARMEY and Mr. GEPHARDT. The partnership we when would-be terrorists have developed a full faceless act of terror, but let us take note that have formed and the commitment to work to- understanding that there is a heavy price to it also exposed the bravery and profes- gether on a bipartisan basis with no aisle be- pay for terrorist acts. That is why I believe ev- sionalism, the perseverance, and heroism of

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Our society, com- and our anger at the tragedy of these acts of of the freedoms that define our great nation. merce, and government are open. And, as terror, let us also be sure to express our sin- The enemies of our nation can denounce and yesterday’s attack showed, that openness can cere gratitude to the emergency service per- threaten our freedoms, and periodically they make us vulnerable. The goal of our attackers sonnel in each of our districts who continue to can wound us, as they did yesterday. But they is that we will respond by closing our cities do their jobs every day, the job of protecting will never extinguish the flame of democracy. and society and withdraw our efforts to spread our lives and the lives of our constituents, so Freedom is the powerful, defining force that freedom around the world so that their quest that we can live in an atmosphere of con- unites a diverse people under the umbrella for power through barbarism will go unchal- fidence and safety. These men and women known as the United States of America. Yes- lenged. But we will remain steadfast and con- are true heros, and they need to know that terday we were all touched by this awful trag- tinue to challenge terrorism. they are appreciated. edy, but today is a new day in America, and And so as the dust is settling and the Mr. BORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong we are stronger and more united than ever. smoke is fading in New York and Washington, support of H.J. Res. 61, which condemns the Mr. Speaker, God bless the families of this and as we count our lost, a rage is kindling. cowardly terrorist attacks on New York and awful, cowardly act, and may God continue to To those who committed this act, I say that Washington, DC. I commend the leadership bless America. you have not accomplished the destruction of for bringing this bipartisan, bicameral resolu- Mr. DEMINT. Mr. Speaker, I often rise on Democracy or dampened the light of Liberty. tion to the floor to demonstrate the resolve of the floor of the House and speak of securing You have only reminded us once again, that our great nation and our solidarity with the America’s future. As yesterday’s events show, there is a price for freedom; but you will surely families and friends of yesterday’s victims. there is much work to be done. bear that cost in full as well. You will know the Yesterday’s actions were nothing short of an Yesterday, we suffered the worst terrorist fury and scourge of a people provoked to pro- act of war. Although we do not yet know who assault on American soil in the history of our tect their freedom and answer for loved ones is responsible, we can be fairly certain that country. The horror that was perpetrated by who are now dead. these enemies of freedom and democracy assailants as yet unidentified, has resulted in Many have appropriately compared Sep- were seeking to destroy our very way of life. untold death and destruction. Regular people, tember 11, 2001 with December 7, 1941. It is They certainly succeeded in bringing about with children, and parents, and brothers and worth pointing out that in distinction to the death and destruction on a massive scale, and sisters went to work yesterday never sus- events of 1941, yesterdays attack targeted causing terror in the hearts of every American. pecting that they would be the victims of cata- both military personnel and civilians. And while But they will never succeed in breaking the strophic brutality committed by enemies they we deal with the shock and dismay that must spirit of America. Our great nation will survive never knew. I am deeply saddened for those be similar to the day after the events that today, and we will continue to stand as the who lost loved ones, and I know that we will catapulted us into World War II, I would note beacon for democracy worldwide. do absolutely everything possible to rescue the words attributed to Japanese Admiral We in Congress are back at work today, those still alive but trapped in the rubble. Yes- Isoroku Yamamoto after the Pearl Harbor at- carrying on the work of our nation. Across our terday we saw evil at its worst. Today, as tack when he said, ‘‘I fear all we have done country, millions of Americans are carrying on Americans come together to donate blood, is to awaken a sleeping giant and fill him with with their lives at work and in their homes. Our rescue the survivors, and comfort those in terrible resolve.’’ hearts are heavy with loss for those who per- mourning, we see America at its best. Today I join with other Members in passing ished. But we will not panic. We will not allow The first two questions that follow this kind a resolution condemning this act of terrorism some senseless act of cowardice to deter us of unspeakable tragedy are always who did it and in the coming hours and days, we in Con- from our daily way of life. We will continue to and why. Although we have not yet deter- gress will be working closely with the Presi- cherish the freedoms for which our forefathers mined who was behind the attack, we do dent to rescue survivors, honor our dead, and fought, and stand up even more strongly for know some things about them. The people dispatch the severest possible punishment to freedom and democracy worldwide. who did this premeditated act of violence were those responsible. We have much work to do In stark contrast to this calculated, cowardly calculated, malicious, and cunning. They ruth- to secure the future of America, and the prin- act of mass murder, there were stories yester- lessly turned commercial airliners filled with in- ciples of freedom and democracy throughout day of spontaneous acts of courage displayed nocent passengers into flying bombs. They the world. by Americans in Washington and New York. were brazen in their planning and determined Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I Hundreds of the policemen, firefighters and in their execution. Their despicable act of vio- rise today in strong support of H.J. Res. 61. other rescue workers bravely risked their lives lence and cowardice is tantamount to an act Yesterday, September 11, 2001, a cowardly to save the victims of the attack. As we speak of war, and as President Bush said, we must attack of horrific proportions was perpetrated today, thousands of Americans are lining up marshall the full resources of the government against the United States. Words simply can- for hours to donate blood. Many more are vol- to hunt down and eliminate those who would not explain the enormity and horror of what unteering in hospitals. This is the spirit of use terror as a weapon. We must redouble was witnessed yesterday. It was a day of bar- America that will never be broken. our efforts to ensure that the manufacturers of baric acts in striking contrast, the darkest side Mr. Speaker, ten years ago, I was a Mem- terror have no place to rest, no allies willing to perpetuating an act of cowardice and the ber of the House when we stood in solidarity risk harboring them, and no hope of ultimate American resolve and heroism, of individuals against the tyranny of Saddam Hussein in the success. rushing to rescue those fallen by this des- Persian Gulf. Saddam thought he could divide The United States of America is a peace picable cowardly attack. our nation, but he was wrong. He underesti- loving nation; we are not a people who are At this time our thoughts and prayers are mated the strength, resolve and ingenuity of easily provoked to confrontation or war. We with the families of the innocent Americans the American people. are slow to anger and practice tolerance. We who were murdered or injured in the World Today, ten years later, we are faced with a routinely give of our surplus food, knowledge, Trade Center, the Pentagon, and on board the new enemy, perhaps even more heinous and and resources to others in the name of hu- airlines, in this unprovoked and unconscion- sinister. But, like Saddam, this enemy under- manitarianism. We have opened our arms to able attack on the United States. estimates our ability to recover from tragedy receive those fleeing from oppressive regimes Make no mistake; what happened Tuesday, and arise united as an even stronger nation. who agree with the principles of freedom and September 11, was an act of war, perpetrated Ten years ago, I stood in this well as a Demo- wish to join us. And to those peoples and na- by cowardly fanatics with no regard for life. It crat, united in support of my President and our tions who do not agree or do not wish to join was an attack against our basic freedoms and men and women in the Armed Forces. I do us, we strive diligently to coexist with them values. Our response must be just, swift, and the same today, and I vow to President Bush peacefully in the international community. severe. that I will support him in his efforts to punish But there are some who are not satisfied During this time of tragedy, the United those responsible for this deplorable attack. with our decision to sustain a society that pro- States Congress and its members stand Those who are responsible for this attack tects life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. strongly united behind our President, the Joint

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Amer- DEAR BEN, The members of the European the United States, the Council has asked the ica’s resolve is unwavering, with no quarter Parliament delegation for relations with the Presidency to stay in close contact with the given to those who have committed these hei- United States and myself are shocked and government of the United States in order to nous crimes and those who harbor them. horrified by the terrorist attacks in New convey this message of solidarity. There can be no distinction between terrorist York and Washington. and those nations who seek to give them I wish to express to you personally and to SEPTEMBER 12, 2001. the members of the US delegation our deep- On behalf of the eight members of the Brit- sanctuary and asylum. ish Parliamentary Delegation in Washington Yesterday, the world changed. Yesterday, est sympathy for the innocent victims of these attacks. Hon. Michael Connarty MP said: humanity’s innocence was stripped away and The European Parliament has repeatedly Every member of our all-party delegation violated in a flash of fire and the haze of de- condemned in the strongest possible terms expresses our deepest sympathy to the Amer- struction. The nation will do what generations such appalling acts and I wish to assure you ican people at this time of tragedy. Our of Americans have done before us, we will roll of our determination to stand by the USA in heartfelt condolences go out to the families, up our sleeves and get to work, continue the combating terrorism. friends and communities who have lost love I would also like to inform you that the ones. ongoing rescue efforts, mourn those we have We unreservedly condemn these cowardly European Parliament delegation is ready to lost, rebuild what has been destroyed, and acts of terror against innocent people. All of participate in any event that may dem- seek justice for this diabolical attack on our our delegation stand united behind Prime onstrate our common resolve to continue Minister Tony Blair and Foreign Secretary Nation. working together in promoting peace, secu- Jack Straw in offering solidarity and help to Mr. HALL of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise in rity and prosperity in the world. bring the perpetrators to justice. support of the resolution. Yours sincerely, Yesterday America lost its innocence. Never On a personal level, our delegation wishes IMELDA READ. to record our thanks to the State Depart- again will we feel that we are safe from attack. ment Officials who showed such concern for I am shocked. I am horrified, I am deeply, STATEMENT OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT, our safety and welfare when we found our- deeply saddened. COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN AFFAIRS, HUMAN selves in the Capitol during the attack on Make no mistake about it. Our Nation is at RIGHTS, COMMON SECURITY AND DEFENCE the Pentagon. war. However, this is a new kind of war where POLICY, BRUSSELS, 12 SEPTEMBER 2001 We are impressed by the bravery and re- we aren’t sure who is the enemy. At least one The Foreign Affairs Committee has solve of the American people, their rep- thing is certain—our resolve is strong to find learned with shock and sorrow of the atro- resentatives and their government. We are cious terrorist attack in the USA. certain they will prevail. those responsible and to punish them. We join our colleagues in the US Congress Michael Connarty, James Clappisson, Our response must be swift, forceful, and and all American people in their deep sorrow David Heath, Patsy Calton, Baroness thorough. But above all, we must be careful and stand united with them in solidarity. Walmsley, Angela Watkinson, John that our actions do not unnecessarily increase This terrorist act is directed against the Lyons, David Hamilton. world tensions. Let us not fall to the barbaric entire international community of democ- Mr. HALL of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I join all level of our attackers. racies and their citizens. We stand together with the USA in the Americans today in mourning the loss of so I proudly represent the Dayton area, home many innocent American citizens and con- of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, one of the fight against international terrorism. At the same time, we should develop a demning those who planned and carried out largest military bases in the country. Every joint policy of all democracies against any these horrific acts of terrorism on September day, tens of thousands of Dayton area citizens state hiding or supporting terrorism and we 11, 2001, a day that will be forever embla- work to protect our national security. should aim to overcome together the most zoned in the hearts of all Americans. That work takes a new meaning as our Na- burning conflicts in the world. This is the fourth generation type of warfare tion comes to grips with new, urgent military No political reason justifies terrorism. that we have long feared, and we will employ requirements. every available resource to eradicate such tac- DECLARATION BY THE EUROPEAN UNION I join my constituents in offering condo- tics from the face of the earth. We will not rest lences to the victims and their families of this The Council of the European Union, meet- until we ferret out those who perpetrated this brutal terrorist attack. My prayers are with ing in special session today, in the presence of the Secretary General of the Atlantic Alli- infamous act and those who aided or abetted them. this action. I am also especially thankful to the fire fight- ance, expressed its horror at yesterday’s terrorist attacks in the United States. The Our nation is united in our deep sympathy ers, police officers, rescue workers, and the Council stressed its complete solidarity with and compassion for the victims, families and military personnel who have risked their lives the government of the United States and the friends of those who perished and were in- to protect us. American people at this terrible time and ex- jured. We are united in our gratitude for the The American spirit cannot be defeated. We tended its deepest sympathy to all the vic- heroism of rescue workers and volunteers. will move forward to protect our economy, our tims and their families. We ask all Euro- And we are united in our indignation and our military, and our way of life. peans to observe 3 minutes of silence Friday, determination to find and to punish those re- 14 September at I2h00 and we also declare 14 Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, later this week a sponsible for these barbaric acts of terrorism. delegation from the European Parliament was September 2001 a day of mourning. These horrendous acts are an attack not Our prayers go out to the victims, their fami- scheduled to meet in Chicago with an Amer- only on the United States but against hu- lies, and for our country at this time of national ican delegation, which I have the honor to manity itself and the values and freedoms we tragedy. We have been shaken by these sav- lead, in our 53rd meeting of the Transatlantic all share. The life and work of our open and age and cowardly attacks—but our resolve Legislators’ Dialogue. As much as we would democratic societies will continue and our character will never be daunted. like to proceed in ‘‘regular order’’, the two del- undeterred. Americans always rise to the challenge of a egations have decided that it will be inappro- The Union utterly condemns the perpetra- crisis, and we will once again show the world tors and sponsors of these acts of barbarism. priate at this time for us to meet in Chicago. what it means to be an American. Instead, we will meet in Washington. The Union and its Member States will spare no efforts to help identify, bring to justice May God’s grace be with the victims, their I want to thank the European delegation, and punish those responsible; there will be families, and with America. headed by chairperson Imelda ‘‘Mel’’ Read of no safe haven for terrorists and their spon- Mr. SIMPSON. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, our the United Kingdom, for a touching expression sors. nation witnessed one of the most despicable of sympathy, solidarity, and willingness to The Union will work closely with the acts imaginable to mankind. The senseless work against terror which she sent me yester- United States and all partners to combat devastation unleashed through these cowardly day, which I ask that it be inserted in the international terrorism. All international acts left every American with a sense of lost RECORD at this point. organizations, particularly the United Na- innocence and increased fears. Today, how- In addition, I would like to insert a statement tions, must be engaged and all relevant ever, our nation stands united against not only from the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the international instruments, including on the financing of terrorism, must be fully imple- the individuals who perpetrated the attacks, European Parliament and by the Council of mented. but against those who abhor freedom and em- Ministers of the European Union, both of The Community and its Member States brace such evil and hatred. which express their solidarity with the United have offered to the United States all possible America is a land that embraces freedom States. assistance with search and rescue oper- and values human life. We are a people that

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00090 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5581 rush to help our fellow citizens, even at great ARMY pability on its Command and Control Aircraft peril to ourselves. Yesterday, America wit- Equipment Recapitalization: The Army (the AWACS and JSTARS) and 10% of its nessed the heroism of police, firefighters, and needs $421 million to recapitalize its Apache strike force to ensure that these aircraft can bystanders who risked their own lives to help and Chinook Helicopters and its Abrams tanks be updated with the latest information on others. That is America at its finest—a spirit and Multiple Launch Rocket systems. threats and targets while in the air. that will not be broken. Comanche: The Army needs $52.3 million Global Air Traffic Management (GATM): The While America grieves, no nation, group, or to support its Comanche program at the min- Air Force needs $50.9 million to equip its C– individual engaged in or harboring terrorism imum sustainable level. The Army has identi- 130, KC–10, and C–12 airlift fleet with the should misunderstand the immense resources fied Comanche as its first Transformational Global Air Traffic Management (GATM) which being employed to identify and punish those program. is required for safe flight in commercial air- Army Data Distribution System (ADDS): The responsible. We will find you, we will hunt you space. Army needs $124.5 million to upgrade and down, and we will eliminate you. Time Critical Targeting: The Air Force needs maintain its data distribution and communica- $291 million for network and planning tools The American people and the rest of the tions networks in support of more rapid de- world must know that in times of great pain and communications upgrades to allow plan- ployments and operations. ning of air campaigns capable of attacking and tragedy, America is united not divided. As SINCGARS: The Army needs $17.6 million we have done countless times throughout our time critical targets as they are identified. just to buy the required numbers of the base- Bomber Upgrades: The Air Force needs nation’s glorious and storied history, Ameri- line SINCGARS radio. cans will unit behind President Bush to ensure $730.7 million to fund upgrades to its work- Information Systems Security: The Army horse bomber fleet that delivers a majority of that justice is served. Let us not forget the needs $48.6 million to upgrade and ensure the words of Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto all bombs and missiles. These aircraft are pro- security of its information systems. jected to have service lives of up to 80 years, following the bombing of Pearl Harbor who HMMWVs: The Army needs $264 million to and this funding is needed to keep them oper- feared he had, ‘‘. . . awakened a sleeping purchase 4000 HMMWVs to cover unit short- ating and as capable as possible. giant and instilled in him a terrible resolve.’’ ages. Fighter Upgrades: The Air Force needs We must continue to pray for those who Heaters: The Army needs $22 million to re- $640.9 million to fund upgrades to the A–10, have been impacted by this tragedy. The fami- place unsafe heaters used in field encamp- F–15, and F–16 fighters to upgrade avionics, lies and friends of those killed and injured yes- ments by deployed troops. increase reliability and mission capable rates, terday need our support, comfort, assistance, NAVY AND MARINE CORPS and enhance survivability and prayers for many months to come. Defense Message System (DMS) Transition: Stored Munitions: The Air Force needs $127 The navy has a shortfall of $15 million be- Mr. DICKS. Mr. Speaker, as we pass this million to replace obsolete munitions that are cause the new Defense Message System Resolution in Congress today condemning the prepositioned overseas with modern precision (DMS) cannot support the Navy’s special han- terrorist incidents that took place in New York guided munitions. City and in Washington yesterday, we are also dling and Emergency Action Messages. The Fighter Self Protection: The Air Force needs committing ourselves to supporting the in- Navy has to maintain two messaging networks $45 million for electronic self protection meas- creased resources that will be necessary to to handle its highest priority communications ures on the A–10 & F–16, and accelerate de- respond to this newly enhanced threat. All of as a result, and this requirement is unfunded. velopment of a towed decoy for the F–15. Close-In-Weapons-System (CIWS): The our lives have been changed as a result of the Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Navy needs $85 million to fully fund upgrades events of September 11th, and as we reflect with the rest of my colleagues to condemn the to the Close-In-Weapons-System on Navy upon the loss of life and the human impacts terrorist attack on the United States and to ex- ships. This system defends against small fast of this tragedy, let us also resolve to take the press my sympathy to the victims of this hor- moving boats and both slow and high speed appropriate actions to assure that we are bet- rific action. The destruction of the World Trade missiles and aircraft. ter able to protect the lives of American citi- Center and the Pentagon was a frontal assault zens in a world that has become a more dan- Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM): The Navy needs $121 million to fully fund the RAM mis- on the United States, our people, and our way gerous place. of life. Democracy and freedom will not yield In this regard, I believe there is consensus sile which protects Navy ships from Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles. to these cowardly acts. I have great faith in at this time among Members of Congress to the citizens of this country, and the heroic and support the increased level of spending for de- F–A 18 E/F: The Navy needs an additional $390 million to buy 7 more F/A 18s than cur- selfless acts witnessed in response to this fense and national security in the next fiscal tragedy are a testament to the strength of the year. But I am concerned, Mr. Speaker, about rently planned. The average age of Navy planes is now on course to exceed the aver- American people. the real defense requirements that each of the We stand here today to further demonstrate military services has submitted to Congress, in age age of its ships, an astonishing and trou- bling problem. The Navy must recapitalize its the resolve of this great nation. The govern- response to a request from Congressman Ike ment is functioning normally, and Congress is Skelton earlier this year. These ‘‘unfunded re- air fleet. EA–6B Jammers: The Navy needs $15 mil- in session. We come together today, Demo- quirements’’ of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps lion to replace 57 jammer pods that are obso- crats and Republicans, to send the unmistak- and the Air Force represented the actual re- lete. These aircraft protect attack aircraft from able message to the world that this country quests that were NOT included in the budget Surface to Air Missiles (SAMs) will not give in to terrorism. We will support for Fiscal Year 2002, submitted by President Spares: The Navy needs $294 million to the President and authorize any action nec- Bush in June. The total amount of that listing fund Spare Parts essary—employing all of the resources at the of unfunded requirements submitted to Con- Training: The Navy needs $30 million to disposal of the U.S. government—to identify, gress was $32.4 billion, and when the Presi- fund 2 additional trainer aircraft for training track down, and bring to justice the perpetra- dent’s budget was submitted to Congress in Navy pilots and $123 million for live and inert tors of this despicable act. June, it accounted for NONE of these urgent training ordnance The attack yesterday was the single worst requests from the services. Integrated Defense Electronic Counter terrorist event in U.S. history. The bombing of Therefore, as we debate the defense au- Measures (IDECM): The Navy needs $45 mil- Pearl Harbor in 1941 claimed 2,400 lives. Esti- thorization and defense appropriations bills in lion to equip this year’s F/A 18 E&F fighters mates indicate that thousands of lives were the aftermath of yesterday’s tragedies, I be- with the IDECM system which protect these lost yesterday. My prayers are with the victims lieve it would be helpful for the Members of aircraft from Surface to Air Missiles (SAMs) and their families, as they deal with the impact the House to review a summary of the list of AIR FORCE of their loss. It will take some time to fully un- unfunded requirements. I believe this listing Wartime Reserve Munitions Replenishment: derstand the human toll that was exacted on details the kind of expenditures that we have The Air Force needs $362 million to replenish September 11, 2001. But we already know postponed for too long. At this time, I believe its stocks of ammunitions, bombs, warheads, that the United States will stand tall and sur- the real national security need is closer to the missiles, and guidance kits of all of its arma- vive, with liberty and justice for all, now and actual requests that were made by the Joint ments. forever. Chiefs, and I my colleagues to support a more Readiness Spares: The Air Force needs Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with responsible level of defense spending for the $46.5 million to fully equip its readiness my colleagues in sadness and anger, as our next fiscal year. Following are some of the spares kits nation has paid severely for its love for free- highlights of the listing of Unfunded Defense Link 16: The Air Force needs $232.8 million dom. Yesterday, those who have long prac- Requirements for the next fiscal year. to procure and install the Link-16 network ca- ticed terror against the innocent revealed that

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00091 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5582 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 their capacity for evil truly knows no bounds. Betty Ong, Andover Mass. gether to challenge and uproot those who They struck at America because America em- Douglas Gowell, Methuen, Mass. have destructive goals which seek to create bodies what they hate: prosperity born of lib- Frederick Rimmele, Marblehead, Mass. death and drive the world toward chaos. Now, erty; the triumph of diversity; and the pursuit of Robert Jalbert, Swampscott, Mass. more than ever, America must continue to be justice at home and abroad. Dianne Snyder, Westport, Mass. a force for peace in the world. We must not While the entire nation mourns the loss of Louis Neal Mariani, formerly of Dracut, let the terrorists win. innocent life, many families in Massachusetts Mass. Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, today we come are experiencing loss on a personal level as Marie Pappalardo, formerly of Methuen and together as a nation to mourn the victims of two of the airplanes used in this attack began Lawrence, Mass. yesterday’s abominable terrorist attacks, offer their journey in Boston. Memories of them will always be with us. our deepest condolences to their families and My thoughts and prayers are with those who Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, I join my col- friends, honor the courageous rescue workers lost friends and loved ones too young, too leagues in shock, horror, and outrage over the who lost their lives in the line of duty, and con- soon. No words of sympathy can ease their indescribable tragedy that has engulfed our demn in the strongest possible terms those re- pain; no acts can restore what they have lost. nation. sponsible for these monstrous acts. Our responsibility to them above all is to honor Yesterday, extremists hijacked our own do- No words can adequately express our and recall those who died and bring those re- mestic airplanes and used them as missiles in shock, our sadness, and our tremendous loss sponsible for their deaths to justice. a horrific terrorist attack against the symbols from this terrible tragedy. The great promise of Those who visit violence on citizens of this of American economic and military strength. the new millennium has been forever tar- nation will feel America’s might. We pursue No words can fully describe the sense of nished by these unfathomable acts of barba- them without joy but with a firm resolve to pre- loss that we and other members of our Amer- rism. vent future tragedy. ican family feel. The lives of thousands of fam- It is almost impossible to comprehend the Today is a day for mourning and remem- ilies were shattered among yesterday’s rubble hatred that motivated the perpetrators to take brance. In the days to come, we must take a and we grieve with them. the lives of so many innocent men, women and children. This was truly an act of pure hard look at the state of our defenses against No American was left untouched by yester- evil. terrorism. It is a delicate task to prevent terror day’s quiet heroes who put their own lives at We must never forget these heinous attacks while preserving the civil liberties that have risk. From the employee of the World Trade Center who carried a disabled woman on his and the many victims that perished. But even long distinguished our nation. We must rededi- as we ponder the sheet horror of yesterday’s cate ourselves to finding a balance that both back down dozens of floors to safety, to the firefighters and police officers who lost their events, we must not allow ourselves to be- protects and empowers the American people. come paralyzed by fear and apprehension. And we must never, ever let down our guard. lives running into burning buildings, to airplane passengers who performed tremendous acts This is exactly what the terrorist hoped to Terrorism may spill blood on our shores. But achieve. We must deny them any semblance it cannot extinguish our nation’s faith in the of heroism that will forever remain unsung, to the thousands who gave blood and volun- of victory. principles which motivated its founding and In these trying times, we are once again re- teered to help in any way they could. There have guided its history. America will endure, minded of the strength and fortitude of the are so many examples of selfless acts by stronger tomorrow than today, ever a beacon American people, and the power of our shared Americans who, despite their own crises, of hope and inspiration to the entire world. beliefs in freedom, liberty and justice. The fire- looked to ease the tragedy of those around While I recognize that this list may be in- fighters and police officers who sacrificed their them. complete, I wish to honor and remember the lives to help those in need, the thousands of We also cannot forget the courage of tens men, women and children of Massachusetts people lining up around the country to donate of thousands of federal employees who re- who died at the hands of terror yesterday, and blood, and the countless others that have ported for work today despite the fear and vul- whose names will forever testify to America’s come forward to offer assistance typify the es- nerability they cannot help but feel. commitment to freedom: sence of the American spirit. This is some- Yesterday’s terrorist attack was an act of John Ogonowski, Dracut, Mass. thing no terrorist attack can even extinguish. Anna Williams Allison, Stoneham, Mass. pure evil, but the foundations of American de- We will spare no effort or expense in track- Robin Caplin, Natick, Mass. mocracy remain intact and strong. As incom- ing down the cowardly thugs responsible for Jeffrey Coombs, Abington, Mass. prehensible as it is to understand how our planning and carrying out these unprece- Tara Creamer, Worcester, Mass. lives will be changed, one thing is certain—the dented attacks. There will be no place for David DiMeglio, Wakefield, Mass. United States Government will seek out those them to hide, no sanctuary in which they can Paige Farley Hackel, Newton, Mass. responsible, avenge these attacks, and take cower. We will seek them out wherever they Alex Filipov, Concord, Mass. fierce retribution against the cowards who are are and see that justice is done. Karleton D.B. Fyfe, Brookline, Mass. responsible. If our enemies believed that the American Peter Gay, Tewksbury, Mass. America is at war. We will remain vigilant people would shrink in the face of terror, then Ted Hennessey, Belmont, Mass. and we trust that all civilized nations of the they were wrong. Instead, they will learn—as Charles Jones, Bedford, Mass. world will join us in our determined fight to up- our foes have learned in the past—that adver- Daniel C. Lewin. hold democracy and the rule of law. sity only strengthens our resolve. We will fight Chris Mello, Boston, Mass. Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, America and win the war against international ter- Laura Lee Morabito, Framingham, Mass. grieves for the victims of these terrorist at- rorism, and from this battle will emerge a Jane Orth, Haverhill, Mass. tacks, and for their families and friends. Our strong, safer American and a more secure, David Retik, Needham, Mass. prayers are with them and our hearts go out freer world. Richard Ross, Newton, Mass. to those who have endured unbearable loss. Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, yesterday Bill Weems, Marblehead, Mass. Our most hopeful thoughts are with those who America walked through the eye of terror’s Garnet ‘‘Ace’’ Bailey, Lynnfield, Mass. have risked their lives in heroic rescue efforts. perfect storm. Mark Bavis, West Newton, Mass. In this grim moment, we must be resolute in Thousands of American families were hid- John Cahill, Wellesley, Mass. protecting the fabric of our democracy and the eously drafted into a war that they, and most Lynn Goodchild, Attleboro, Mass. individual freedoms that make America a great of us, only dimly perceived and little under- Peter Hanson, Massachusetts. nation. As we grieve, we cannot let terrorists stood. Susan Hanson, Massachusetts. win by turning the United States into a police But today we emerge from the ashes of Christine Hanson, Massachusetts. state. hate and the horror of evil reminded that James E. Hayden, Westford, Mass. America must remain calm because such America has an historical mission in the Ruth McCourt, Westford, Mass. calm is essential to preserving our liberties. world—to hold up freedom’s light and defend Juliana Valentine McCourt, Westford, Mass. America must bring to justice those respon- it against every and all attempts to snuff it out. Jesus Sanchez, Hudson, Mass. sible for these cowardly deeds. We must be William Lloyd Garrison once said: With rea- Brian D. Sweeney, Barnstable, Mass. cautious about rolling back freedoms at home sonable men, I will reason, with humane men Patrick J. Quigley IV, Wellesley, Mass. or placing blame in the wrong place. I will plead; but to tyrants I will give no quarter, Jessica Sachs, Billerica, Mass. America must continue to be a beacon of nor waste arguments where they will certainly Alex Filipov, Concord, Mass. democracy for the world. Let this sad moment be lost. Kenneth Waldie, Methuen, Mass. cause all governments and all people of good Today, the Congress is saying, for the world Peter Hashem, Tewksbury, Mass. will around the world to unite and to move to- to hear, that: With reasonable men we will

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00092 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5583 reason; With humane men we will plead; but ing a missing loved one. But we do not grieve important than abiding by the laws of their reli- to agents of modern terror, we will give no for America or for the ideas of freedom upon gion. They are threatened by the United quarter nor waste our arguments. which our country is based. They continue to States, and our willingness to defend other Mr. CROWLEY. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, thrive and without a doubt, they will guide us freedom-loving people under seige. But they September 11, 2001, the most horrific terrorist through these troubled times. are not able to take us on in the open, in the attack in the history of the world was per- May God bless America and all Americans. naked light of world opinion, because they petrated against the people of the United Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Mr. Speaker, Sep- know they are destined to lose that battle. And States of America. Some have compared this tember 11, 2001 will long stand as one of the they don’t have the capability or he human re- attack to Pearl Harbor, but I do not. While darkest days in U.S. history. But in the after- sources to confront us military. So they strike Pearl Harbor was awful, it was a surprise at- math of those heinous attacks on our nation, out in the kind of cowardly acts of violence we tack against a military installation. Yesterday’s the world has seen us in what may well be our saw yesterday—seeking desperate revenge cowardly attack was targeted solely against ci- finest hours. on those who challenge them and hoping to vilians. This was no Pearl Harbor, but some- With each passing hour after of the attacks undermine our will. thing far worse. on our nation’s most enduring symbols, we It should be clear to everyone following this Our nation, especially the people of New learned about Americans reaching out to help tragedy that the terrorists have not succeeded York City, are not in a position to begin to un- their neighbors. All across the land, people in their suicide mission. In fact, world opinion derstand the catastrophic amount of death and were lining up to donate blood, giving their has totally turned against them. Those who grief which this one day has wrought upon us. time at hospitals to treat victims and offering supported this deadly mission and any future It will take time before many of us can fully an untold amount of assets to the common would-be terrorists need to understand one evaluate the true atrocities that have taken cause of the disaster recovery. And we now thing: their attempts to undermine us has only place and begin the process of absorbing and know that the earliest heroes of this unprece- strengthened our resolve to protect our inter- then accepting the events of September 11, dented tragedy even sacrificed their lives to ests. And protect them we will. 2001. But no one was untouched by these spare far more Americans and their govern- Our nation is grieving its losses, and I share events. All of our lives have been altered for- ment from further horror. We thank all those in offering my sympathy to the many families ever. who have risen to the challenge, and the and neighbors who have lost loved ones to I was in New York at the time of the attack many more sure to come to our aid in this this senseless crime against humanity. We are on the World Trade Center and saw with my time of crisis. You all exemplify what is best grateful for the many individuals who have own eyes the complete destruction that befell about our country and why we endure in good come to the aid of their fellow citizens, and a once great structure. Worse than that, I saw times and bad. are humbled by the acts large and small. But the trauma on the faces of the people who Diverse and independent as we Americans as we respond to this tragedy, we will not ig- may never see or speak to their loved ones are, we have never lost our underlying na- nore the need to protect our security interests. again. tional unity. Our freedoms allow us to question We will stand one hundred percent behind our What we have witnessed are unforgettable other’s views, and to publicly criticize our gov- government in its efforts to respond. Rest as- sights. For the rest of our lives, and beyond, ernment. We are able to challenge the under- sured, we will dedicate no less effort or re- people with watch video of a plane crashing lying principles of every public policy, and we sources to tracking down the perpetrators of into the World Trade Center, of the Pentagon are proud to do so for all Americans and the these deadly attacks than we have to the hu- burning uncontrollably, and perhaps most ter- world to view. Some perceive those dif- manitarian cause. We will exact a price for rible of all, two one hundred-ten story build- ferences of opinion as a sign of weakness to those who acted against our country and all ings tumbling to the earth. These are horrible be exploited, but they are what weave to- who enabled them—wherever they may be. images, burned forever into the American con- gether the broad tapestry that is America and We will not relent until we are satisfied that all scious. allows it to thrive as a superpower. have been accounted for and brought to jus- But beyond those ghastly sights, yesterday Indeed, we are a people of many heritages, tice, and that the world understands that the also provided us with sights I will never forget. customs, religions and political viewpoints. It is cost of threatening our freedoms is too high. Inspirational visions of Americans coming to- not surprising that we have often found our- Mr. CONDIT. Mr. Speaker, yesterday will gether to help fight these cowardly acts; com- selves disagreeing on social policies, pro- forever mar American history. We will long re- ing together to show that even though terror- grams and personal value issues. But no one member the horrible tragedy that was inflicted ists can bring down buildings, terrorism cannot should mistake that for a lack of the most im- on thousands of innocent men, women and defeat the freedom and patriotism in the portant traditional ‘‘family value’’ of all—that as children. While the hearts and prayers of our hearts of all Americans. People commonly Americans. nation go out to the victims and their families, saw how hard and cynical New Yorkers are— No matter what our religious beliefs, we can we must very firmly fix our sights on finding but yesterday New Yorkers lined up to give join together for a moment of silence. We can those responsible. blood, donate supplies and cook meals to help still pray together for friends, neighbors, our They must be brought to justice and they the rescuers and the rescued alike. New community and our country. No matter where must pay the price. In listening to the Presi- York’s firemen and policemen came to the we stand on any raging debate of the day, we dent’s address last evening, I wholeheartedly rescue and saved many lives, while sacrificing are still able to start each ballgame standing endorse his statement that any persons, far too many of their own. together to sing the national anthem. Despite groups or nations that played a role in either These acts of compassion have brought our our political differences, all members in the carrying out these horrific deeds or sheltering nation together. House of Representatives and students across those who are responsible must be held ac- Every member of this body will come out America start each day together saying the countable. today and denounce these events, calling Pledge of Allegiance. And even when we dis- The World Trade Center has been a target upon our government to strike back, and show agree with our government, citizens still fly the of terrorism in the past. We have been warned that we will not bow down to terrorism, that American flag with pride. And yes, we can that major terrorist activities would occur on the people of the United States will fight back even reach fever pitch debating the federal U.S. soil. Yesterday’s attack required sophisti- against whatever terrorists throw our way. budget and our economic future. But in the cated planning and coordination. Dozens, if As I watched the people lining up to give end we work together trying to develop a plan not hundreds of people, had to be part of the blood, and heard the outspoken anger of peo- that will best protect our future. And we have plot to bring these attacks into fruition. Others ple across this country on every news station, seen just that in recent weeks. The ties that clearly assisted the terrorists. They must be I realized that America has already begun to bind us may be flexible, but they are stronger found and they must be punished. strike back. The way terrorists win is to fright- than ever. It should be clear today that we will We must not let any stone go unturned. We en innocent people, to make them change always join together when our national secu- must follow any path wherever it takes us and their lives. The American people have dem- rity is threatened, and we will do what is nec- clearly determine responsibility for these hor- onstrated a complete unwillingness to let that essary to protect our interests. rendous acts. Then, we must act swiftly and happen. Unfortunately, some individuals are more decisively. Anyone who thinks they can com- Mr. Speaker, we grieve for the thousands of committed to extremism in the name of reli- mit barbarous acts such as these must feel people who lost their lives in New York, Wash- gion rather than freedom. They will go to any the full weight of the American people. ington, DC and Pennsylvania, and my heartfelt lengths to achieve their goals and show their Today we stand as one. We are Ameri- sympathy goes out to all of the families commitment to the cause. Undercutting adver- cans—united and strong in our resolve. Let no throughout our country who are today mourn- saries—whether real or perceived—is more person, group or nation misunderstand that.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00093 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5584 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 As tragic as yesterday’s events are, we tion to destabilize our American democracy. senseless and cowardly attacks on our free- must learn from them and look at America’s The acts were meant to threaten our freedom. dom and our liberty. These acts will not go intelligence and security apparatus with an ob- In fact, they have failed. unpunished. jective eye. Our intelligence and security The American people will not be intimidated We, as Americans, have a tremendous abil- agencies must be reviewed from the perspec- by the threats of faceless, cowardly terrorists. ity to join together and unite in times of need. tive of how we failed to sense that a terrorist We will not live in fear. Our attackers have un- We have seen this in the record number of operation this large was underfoot, and how derestimated the will and resolve of the Amer- citizens throughout the nation rushing to blood our airport security could break down so com- ican people. The country is united today more banks to donate blood. My district office in pletely. strongly than before yesterday’s terrorist at- Stockton, California, has been flooded with We must ask ourselves hard questions and tack. We are united in our purpose: to hunt calls from people wanting to help. then come up with honest answers. We owe down and eliminate the individuals and organi- In 1994, when we were faced with the po- that much and more to the victims, their fami- zations who commit, support, and ferment tential of sending United States forces into lies and the American people. While we grieve these acts of evil. We will not rest until we find Bosnia, and again in 1998 facing a potential for our losses we must ensure they can never and destroy all of the terrorists who are re- conflict with Iraq, I presented five parameters happen again. sponsible for committing these acts. to guide decisions to commit our armed forces Mr. RYUN of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise A free Nation cannot be truly free until the to overseas conflict. We must: today in response to this attack on our Amer- threat of terrorism is extinguished. Any our 1. Protect territories belonging to the ican way of life and to this affront on our rights Nation will be free—the United States of United States. to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. America—shall pay whatever the price to re- 2. Preserve our political and economic sys- On behalf of the people of Kansas, we offer main free. tem from foreign threats. our prayers and support to those searching for Mr. KIRK. Mr. Speaker, as we move from 3. Keep sea lanes open for trade, and maintain free and voluntary trade between the survivors in the rubble and fighting the still the shock and anger of yesterday’s terrorist at- United States and trading partners. smoldering fires in New York and at the Pen- tack, we must take action to protect every 4. Prevent domination of strategic areas of tagon. We also want to offer deepest sym- American. the globe by powers hostile to the existence pathies to those families suffering the loss of We suffered an intelligence failure similar to and interests of the United States. a loved one. Pearl Harbor. We must identify how our intel- 5. Safeguard Americans and their property And, to all of us as Americans who are feel- ligence missed the planning for this attack and from acts of terrorism. ing a loss of safety and security, I want to correct the problem. We must lift restrictions These acts have hurt each and every one of share the words found in the Bible in Daniel on our agents operating abroad and provide us, but our resolve is unshaken and our cour- 3:17 which says, them with the tools they need to defeat terror- age as a people is solid. And so, our duty as If we are thrown into the fire, the God we ists who attack Americans. a nation is to unite behind President George serve is able to deliver us from it. Our aviation security system also failed. We W. Bush to take whatever steps necessary to I also offer these words to those who played need sky marshals on every flight while apply- apprehend these cowardly thugs and bring a any part in perpetrating this terrible act and ing the lessons from airlines like Israel’s El Al swift and just punishment. want to put each and every one of them on that operate safely under terrorist threat. We To the families, who have either received notice that deliverance also means that justice will work with manufacturers, airlines and pi- the news of the death of a loved one, or are will be served. We will dedicate every re- lots to secure cockpits from any attempt to holding out hope that their loved one will be source and every fiber of our being to making commandeer the aircraft. recovered safely, my prayers, and the prayers it so. Our military and intelligence establishment of all Americans are with you. I knew one of Mrs. EMERSON. Mr. Speaker, tonight, won the cold war, but must now be reformed the victims, and understand the pain. America is united in mourning those lost in the to master the threats of a new century. Ter- I stand firmly behind our President in this faceless and cowardly attacks on Americans rorism, weapons of mass destruction, cyber- hour of crisis. The United States of America in our nation. During this most difficult time, attack and ballistic missiles are the new will continue to shine as a beacon of hope and our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, threats to our freedom. freedom to nations throughout the world. families, law enforcement, and medical profes- We must build a Global Alliance Against There is nothing any terrorist can ever do to sionals that have been directly touched by this Terrorism with our key allies in NATO, the change our Democracy. horrible tragedy. Middle East and Asia. If this attack was deliv- May God bless America. But even as we try to make sense of what ered by foreign terrorists, we will hunt them Ms. MCCARTHY of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I can only be described as a senseless act of down. Terrorists cannot operate without the rise today to speak in favor of the bipartisan hatred, we must remain strong, vigilant, and support of governments. if we find a foreign resolution sponsored by the House Majority unwavering in our commitment to fight tyranny government provided aid for this attack, that and Minority Leaders. Let me begin by ex- at every turn. And as the President said our government will face the full might of the U.S. pressing my profound sorrow and deepest response will be swift—against those who car- military and our allies. sympathy to the friends and families who have ried out the acts and those who harbor them Our grandfathers and mothers of the Great- lost loved ones in this tragic attack, or who are as well. In doing so, together we will work to est Generation responded to Pearl Harbor’s awaiting word of their friend or family mem- bring the cowards responsible for these des- call. This is our time. Standing behind our ber’s well being. I commend the efforts of the picable actions to justice. President and our government, we will protect rescue workers and volunteers who are work- We have seen unspeakable horror and evil. the American people, our allies and the ideals ing around the clock to aid and assist the vic- Today, we stand with resolve and purpose to we hold dear. tims. Our Missouri FEMA Urban Search and preserve justice, freedom, and democracy— Mr. POMBO. Mr. Speaker, at 9:43 A.M. on Rescue Team will arrive in New York today to the very foundation of our great nation. Tuesday, September 11, 2001, I was atop the lend their expertise. Members of Congress Mr. WATKINS of Oklahoma. Mr. Speaker, United States Capitol giving a tour of the Cap- and their staff will be donating blood tomorrow today I rise to fully support this joint resolution itol Dome when I saw a burst of fire, then a to ensure survivors have this vital resource. today condemning the horrible acts of ter- mushroom cloud and smoke billowing out of Our collective grief as a body is enormous and rorism committed against the United States on the Pentagon. impossible to quantify. We stand united behind September 11, 2001. At first, I though the explosion occurred in our President. Just as we rebuilt our belief in I am both saddened and angered by yester- nearby housing developments. It could not be our NASA space program following the 1986 day’s events. Like most Americans, I have the Pentagon. But no, it was much too close. tragedy when the orbiter Challenger exploded been watching these events in disbelief, and The Pentagon was on fire. after launch killing all crew including teacher praying for the families, the victims, the rescue I left my office exactly one minute before the Christa McAuliffe, we can come together as a workers, and those responsible for finding the second airliner crashed into the World Trade people and strengthen our national security guilty parties. I, along with the people of the Center, and I did not know at first that the and work internationally to rid the world of ter- Third District of Oklahoma, send condolences United States had been the victim of terrorist rorist attacks in the future. and prayers to those affected by these sense- attacks. Quickly, though, I could see that Mr. Speaker, I join with you and all mem- less and cowardly attacks. something was terribly wrong and was ush- bers to remember the victims of the terrorist Make no mistake: our Nation is at war. The ered out of the Capitol to safety. attacks in New York City, rural Pennsylvania, acts that were perpetrated against the United Like everyone else, I was shocked and sad- and at the Pentagon by observing this day, States yesterday were a willful act of destruc- dened at the events of that day. These were September 12, as a national day of unity and

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00094 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5585 mourning as called for in this resolution. For day our country was victimized. New York Those responsible for yesterday’s horrific the RECORD, I submit a number of personal re- City and the Pentagon were transformed events have seriously miscalculated the flections from members of my congressional into scenes from a war movie, and the United strength and resolve of Americans. Our sense States witnessed events of a magnitude staff. never before seen in our country. While our of security may be temporarily unsteadied, but Jon Atlas, Legislative Correspondent: country was slowed yesterday by these in- our unity is emboldened. Our bonds of liberty, In the wake of this disaster, our challenges credulous attacks, we were not stopped. As our bonds of freedom, our bonds of democ- are threefold: Congress convenes today, we demonstrate racy are stronger and run deeper than any in- First of all, we must continue to locate our nation’s resolve and our ability to rally survivors of the attack and work to comfort dividual, than any building, than any monu- together as we condemn the perpetrators of the friends and families of those most af- ment. No act of violence, no knives or sharp- these heinous acts. From Los Angeles to fected. My heart goes out to all those whose ened razors, can sever them. We will not be Washington, DC, Miami to New York, busi- family and friends have lost their lives or are ness in the United States will continue as intimidated by cowards. still missing in the rubble. In this darkest of usual. We will go on. We will survive. Today, We will remain committed until those re- moments in history. I am encouraged to as we begin another chapter of America’s sponsible learn the steep cost of taking inno- know that rescue workers from around the history, let us remember the innocent lives cent lives—innocent American lives—on country have convened upon New York for lost in yesterday’s tragedy. Let our hearts be no personal gain, but rather to help save the American soil. The flame of liberty remains with their families and friends, and let our lives of their fellow Americans. This heroism bright and will continue to shine upon the minds be on rebuilding our country. world, casting deep into that dark shadows of is an example of our country greatest assets: Scott Stark, Special Assistant: our spirit. In the face of this tragedy, our Broken buildings and shattered lives can- violence, intolerance, and extremism. There country will come together: to help our not shake the foundation of America. We are will be no corner of the earth where the de- neighbors cope, to ease the suffering, and to stronger than any act of terrorism and mons of September 11th will be safe from jus- restore American confidence. After watching greater than any sneak attack could ever be. tice. yesterday’s rescue efforts unfold, I’m ex- We cannot and will not be intimidated by For now, we must go on with our daily lives tremely honored to call myself an American terrorists. Indeed, we will continue to stand knowing that people with such a grand spirit because to do otherwise would be giving in to tall as a shining beacon of freedom through the evil behind these events. In our schools live within our borders. Secondly, we must the world. Our government is still running, ensure that we prevent future acts of terror our American leadership is united and com- and offices, in our neighborhoods and church- from reaching American soil. The terrorists mitted, and our resolution is only strength- es, we must begin the healing process. knew of our security weakness, and we must ened by these acts of cowardice. I urge my fellow Americans to donate blood, close these holes. Our airports must be safe, Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, America to volunteer, and offer their prayers and as- our roads must be safe, and our borders must suffered the most heinous acts of violence and sistance of help to those in need. be safe. One major area of concern for me is And as America recovers, we will also pur- that in an age of immeasurable techno- cowardice in her history yesterday, and it is logical advancement, it is possible for a com- with both a heavy heart and a strong will that sue our attackers and fight on. Mr. Speaker, mercial jumbo jet to simply ‘‘disappear’’ I address this body here today. we are at war with the most vicious, most from FAA communication. Each plane in the As we mourn the loss of yesterday’s victims cowardly, and most wicked enemy we have air should be accounted for at all time. By and offer our hopes and prayers to the fami- faced as a nation. But America ‘‘will not go restoring the secure feeling to which we have lies that have been shattered, it is important gentle into that good night.’’ For those we become accustomed, America will proceed that the United States remain resolute. Our have lost and for the future of our nation and down the road of prosperity. Finally, we friends and enemies alike must understand the freedom we hold dear—we will strive, we must seek out those who have shattered the dreams of so many innocent travelers, busi- that we will not, under any circumstances, be will persevere, and we will prevail. ness people and federal employees and pun- divided by terror or deterred from the defense Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, yes- ish them for their heinous act. Soon, foreign of freedom here and abroad. Our spirits will terday, the nation witnessed an evil, unspeak- governments will understand the con- not be broken, nor will the resiliency of this able act by an evil, despicable, and cowardly sequences of harboring terrorists. The nation. enemy. The terrorists who perpetrated these United States will send a clear message that This nation, and this Congress, will unite be- atrocities upon the United States, killing per- these types of actions against our citizens hind our President to deliver this message to haps thousands of innocent people, shall have will not be tolerated or forgotten. Yester- the world with swift and certain punishment for no place to hide. I am confident that this Con- day’s victims go beyond those within the those who committed this crime against free- area of the direct attack. America’s free- gress will support whatever action the Presi- doms and way of life were under siege, but dom. dent and his national-security team deem nec- our ideals held up. This morning, seeing the In the meantime, I am moved by the coun- essary to allow our military and law-enforce- Capitol building with the flags flying made try’s outpouring of love, support, and assist- ment officials to bring these terrorists to jus- me realize our country will not fold under ance in this time of need. And to those who tice. such massive disasters. Our citizens may anxiously await and anguish over the unknown By now, we are all aware of the scope of have been attacked, but our democracy will fate of their loved ones in New York and here this national tragedy. In light of this, we have persevere. in Washington—I hope you can find some pulled together as a country, demonstrating Nicki Cardwell, District Aide: comfort in Ezekial 34:11–13: From the heartland we send our hearts, our resolve to the world that such actions prayers and support for our fellow Americans For this is what the Sovereign Lord says: against this nation will not stand. The people personally suffering from this terrible atroc- I myself will search for my sheep and look of Indiana have joined their fellow Americans, after them. As a shepherd looks after his ity. In American tradition we will continue and indeed men and women of goodwill from with our daily work with heavy hearts and a scattered flock when he is with them, so will I look after my sheep. I will rescue them around the world, to pray for peace, calm, and quiet determination to preserve the freedom justice. Our hearts go out to the victims, their that this country represents. This injustice from all the places where they were has raised an awareness of how vulnerable scattered...and I will bring them into friends, and their families.’’ people of a free nation can be and we will their own land. Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ex- preserver as generations before us. God bless America. press my profound sympathy for the victims of Evan Pickford, Legislative Correspondent: Ms. PRYCE of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I thank this terrible tragedy and their families and The terrorist attack yesterday was an in- the honorable Chairman for yielding me this friends. I cannot begin to imagine their pain, credibly sad event for everyone in our coun- time. but my thoughts and prayers, and the try, particularly the families and friends of Today, first and foremost, our hearts go out thoughts and prayers of men and women the many victims of the attack. I feel incred- ibly fortunate that everyone close to me to the victims and families affected by yester- across America are with them during this dif- lived through the incident, but I am still day’s sad and shocking attacks. The stories of ficult time. deeply saddened by this tragedy. My utmost tragedy, and the compelling stories of her- It is hard to find words to express the sad- condolences go out to everyone who was hurt oism, that have begun to emerge from the ness and outrage I feel over this heinous act or lost a loved one from this terrible crime, smoke and shattered buildings will forever be of terrorism and cowardice. This is an assault and I hope for swift action to punish those a part of this black day that has been burned on democracy and the very freedom that, until responsible for these incidents. I hope that into our national memory. yesterday, many of us took for granted. We this tragedy brings together those survivors But let these days that follow be remem- must stand together to protect our freedom to show their love for each other and their bered not just for our sadness and anger, but and to ensure that the forces of terror do not appreciation of the value of human life. Beth Rosenberg, Legislative Assistant: for our national resolve. As a nation, we must diminish our spirit. September 11, 2001 will live forever in now pull together to overcome this vicious at- Congress and the President must now work American history as a day of infamy. Yester- tempt to break our national spirit. together in a bipartisan fashion to make sure

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00095 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5586 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 that our nation has the resources it needs to with the brave men and women of law en- to do all we can to help them now and in the overcome this tragedy, and to bring those re- forcement and fire rescue. These heroic and wrenching weeks ahead. sponsible for these terrible crimes to justice. fearless professionals have made America We must preserve the solidarity now shared Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I take proud. We owe you our gratitude and thanks, by all Americans and our allies in other coun- this opportunity to express my condolences to and we will be forever grateful to you for what tries in the wake of this horrific act of war. We the families of all the victims of yesterday’s you have done. are resolved to bring those responsible for this terrorist attacks. The attacks that destroyed Our country has been shaken and bloodied, atrocity to justice—swift and sure—and make the World Trade Center, damaged our Pen- but today the United States Congress speaks clear that America, that freedom itself, will tagon, destroyed four aircraft and claimed with one, unified voice. We speak to our never be held hostage to terror. An act of war thousands of lives shall not divide us. This is friends to say we thank you for your support, has been committed against the United one of the worst tragedies for the world com- aid, and prayers. To those responsible for yes- States, and we are justified in considering a munity. The attempt of the actors on yesterday terday’s unprovoked acts of war—today—we declaration of war in response, once we find was to strike a blow to democracy and free- will declare war on you. out who planned, executed, and enabled yes- dom. They will not succeed. We as a world You have awakened our anger, and you will terday’s terrorist strikes. In this, we stand community must unite and condemn terrorism be vanquished. You, who have perpetrated ready to support our President as the Com- wherever and whenever it occurs. The world these act’s of terror will be brought to justice, mander in Chief of our country. community has a responsibility to promote and we will leave you no quarter. The full With a fresh awareness of our vulnerability, peace and encourage diplomacy. We also force of America’s might and wrath is going to we must move forward to secure our nation. have a responsibility to bring to justice those be brought to bear on those who assaulted With hope that cannot be defeated, we must responsible for terrorist acts. freedom. turn to what is best within us, put aside our On behalf of all my constituents I want to We have entered a new chapter in our na- differences, respond to the continuing crisis commend the action of all the rescue workers, tional history—and as we have done so many and begin the process of rebuilding. In search- volunteers, hospital personnel and others who times in our past, we will be victorious. I urge ing for this hope, amid the sorrow, we need triumph over tragedy by their actions. Rescue my colleagues to support this Resolution of only turn to the firefighters, police officers, workers who did their jobs under extraordinary Condemnation. God bless America. medics, and rescue workers who have put conditions. Their actions and sacrifices shall Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland. Mr. Speaker, their lives on hold—and often in mortal dan- not be forgotten. The thousands of people Americans must defeat evil and uphold our ger—to respond to this crisis. Their courage, who have lost their lives or been injured shall Constitution. September 11, 2001 will be re- determination, and action are examples for us not be forgotten, or overlooked. membered in history. September 12, 2001, is all. I stand with President Bush and my col- a national day of unity and mourning. Mr. HOBSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with leagues in condemning this atrocious act of Today and in the days to come, we must a heavy heart to denonunce the savage, terror. I urge that we bring to justice all of unite in our response to an unconventional senseless and cowardly attacks upon our citi- those involved in yesterday’s despicable ter- asymmetric act of war against our freedom. zens, our property and two of our most en- rorist attacks. Finally, I urge that we work to We must unite in our resolve to take the steps dearing symbols of national strength in yester- make sure that communities and agencies necessary to defeat the forces of evil that de- day’s terrorist attacks on Washington, New have the resources to prevent such atrocities liberately targeted thousands of innocent men, York City and our nation’s passenger airlines. from occurring in the future. women, and children to perpetuate a bar- We have lived for years under the threat of God bless America. barous attack upon America’s and the world’s terrorism and have thwarted several significant Mr. WEXLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in preeminent symbols of democracy, a free mar- plots. We have invested a great amount of support of the resolution. No words can ex- ket economy, and its military defense. We time and money to try and create an effective press the sorrow and outrage we all feel in the must equally be united and vigilant in our re- system of countermeasures. Unfortunately, we wake of yesterday’s catastrophic events. The solve to protect and preserve the rights en- have now seen just how far some people will lives of countless Americans were forever dowed upon us by our Creator. go to harm the United States and what we shattered by the most barbaric act of terrorism We must reaffirm the purpose of our gov- stand for. ever committed against the United States. My ernment in our democratic republic as stated No political or religious agenda could ever prayers and profound sympathy go to the vic- in our Constitution’s Preamble: justify the hideous atrocities committed yester- tims, family, and friends of those affected in ‘‘We the People of the United States, in day, and America will have to respond appro- yesterday’s tragedy. In a very real way, all order to form a more perfect Union, establish priately to ensure that those who would use Americans and all people who believe in free- justice, ensure domestic tranquillity, provide terror against this country are never again in dom were victims of these atrocities. for the common defense, promote the general the position to strike us. There is absolutely no doubt that those welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to As an international hub of commerce, the guilty of this vicious and devastating attack will ourselves and our posterity do ordain and es- World Trade Center contained the offices of be hunted down and brought to justice. Any tablish this Constitution of the United States of individuals from around the world who have nations or individuals harboring or assisting America.’’ suffered as a result of this attack. For that rea- them in any way will be considered equally In responding to this heinous attack, we son, this was not only an attack on America, guilty of these crimes. It is also certain that must reaffirm our commitment to uphold our but on all the nations of the world that trade our nation will now embark on a relentless and Constitution, including the rights guaranteed to with us. unprecedented worldwide campaign to root every American in the Bill of Rights. These The mood is somber here in Washington out terrorism and those who sponsor its vi- precious rights have been secured by the today, but we are here and our government is cious and craven tactics. blood and sacrifices of Americans for more working. Because of our society and our free- This national nightmare will irrevocably alter than 225 years. I am confident in the ability of doms, we are always going to be susceptible. how we assess our nation’s security; and today’s generation of Americans to honor This heinous act will undoubtedly gain a new though our national psyche is imprinted for- those sacrifices and the memories of those urgency to reduce the risks we face from ter- ever with these devastating symbols of hatred, killed in the attacks on September 11, 2001. rorism. the madmen who perpetrated this act made a We have an obligation to overcome this latest It is also critical for our allies and the entire terrible and irreversible mistake. Ultimately, challenge to freedom while honoring our Con- world community to speak in one voice and this act of violence will not weaken America, stitution and preserving the rights it guaran- say ‘‘Terrorism in any form is wrong, and it will it will strengthen our dedication to democracy tees for ourselves, our children, and our chil- no longer be tolerated anywhere in the world. and bolster our commitment to keeping all dren’s children. America has been hurt by these attacks, but Americans safe and free. We will reaffirm our Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, as we we are far from defeated. We will care for our Nation’s fundamental values, and we will be come together today, in continued shock and wounded and we will mourn those who lost stronger than ever. deep mourning our hearts go out to all who their lives. We will then repair the physical Mr. BARCIA. Mr. Speaker, I rise on this day lost loved ones, friends, and colleagues in damage to our institutions and seek out those of grief and mourning to offer my condolences yesterday’s tragic attacks. As the terrible who have perpetrated this obscenity upon us. and prayers to all those who lost loved ones course of events unfolded yesterday, our na- We will have justice and we will emerge from during yesterday’s heinous and cowardly at- tion drew together in shared grief and in this catastrophe stronger than before. tack. Our nation stands with you, committed strong support for one another—especially for As Ohio’s Seventh District Representative to and resolute. Our prayers and hearts are also the families of those killed or injured. We need the Congress of the United States, my

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00096 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5587 thoughts and prayers are with those who have The world must know there is no middle No despicable act of terrorism can diminish been affected by these attacks and their fami- ground in this war, you either stand with us this spirit or take it away. lies. I would ask for all Americans to continue against terror, or you stand with the terrorist. Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- to pray for our nation in the difficult days Our friends will confidently stand with us—our er, yesterday’s horrific and cowardly display of ahead. enemies should fear us. America’s reach is terrorism against the United States has left the Mr. RILEY. Mr. Speaker, today I rise with a long, our memory is longer and our resolve is country in a state of mourning for the loss of heavy heart to express my deepest sorrow for unshakeable. Our fury will be clenched in an loved ones. This unprovoked and barbaric at- the victims and the victims’ families of yester- iron fist that will rid the world of this evil in a tack against democratic beliefs must not go day’s tragedy. Although I know that it offers lit- swift and terrible blow. unpunished. To test the resolve of the United tle solace, I hope that the families of those All Americans must stand united with our States, one must be prepared to encounter a maimed and murdered in this tragedy know President in condemnation of these unspeak- proud and unified citizenry whose love for this that the prayers and thoughts of our entire na- able acts. Our strength is not in our buildings country will never be diminished by acts of ter- tion are with them in their time of grief. and symbols but in our people and principles. rorism. Make no mistake about it, we will find and Let us join together, in this moment of national The cowardly acts of violence against the punish those responsible for this horrific act. tragedy, to show the world our true power. We World Trade Center in New York and Pen- Today we grieve, Mr. Speaker, not just for the have seen evil yesterday and we shall defeat tagon in Washington, D.C. unite the country in slain victims and their families, but also for all it. sorrow. My condolences and prayers go out to Americans. America has been attacked God Bless the United States of America. the families, many of which reside in my dis- through a cowardly act of war. Unlike previous Mr. KERNS. Mr. Speaker, today, our Nation trict, for the loss of their loved ones. To those conflicts, we now face a nameless and face- mourns the loss of life of so many innocent people, let me say I’ve witnessed firsthand less enemy. people as a result of this cowardly, insane at- There is an old saying: you can run, but you how individuals come together in a moment of can’t hide! To those responsible for yester- tack. Today, we cannot fully understand or ex- crisis, and I can assure you the country will be day’s atrocities—we will hunt you down and plain this vicious act, but we can pray that the there for you in your time of need. the punishment will be swift and severe. tragic loss of life and injuries to so many will As yesterday’s horrific events unfolded, I Throughout her history, America has always not be without some redemption. This tragedy watched brave firefighters, law enforcement been resilient. As Ronald Reagan often said, can and must bring the nations of the free and rescue personnel risking their lives to ‘‘America stands as the shining light on the hill world together—united to bring an end to ter- save others. I watched hospitals prepare for for all the world to see.’’ Unfortunately, as the rorism in the world. This may not be easily ac- the wounded and our armed forces go on high symbol of freedom and democracy, we serve complished, but we must lead the effort. Rest alert. I watched a stricken nation respond by as a constant target for the forces of evil assured, freedom and the powers of good will rushing to donate blood and volunteer their around the globe. America will rise from these prevail. time to help the injured. These are acts of ashes stronger and more resolute than ever! We, the people of west central Indiana, we honor and bravery that no barbaric act of vio- We often find that rather than be beaten, in the Congress stand united with the Presi- lence can penetrate. times of tragedy bring out the best in Ameri- dent to spare no expense or resource to bring Make no mistake, there is no honor in ter- cans. This strength is what made our nation to justice those responsible for this unjustifi- rorism. It is the ultimate form of cowardice that great—and what will ensure America’s contin- able, heartless act. This evil must be removed may shake a nation, but never tear down the ued greatness. The efforts of the first respond- from our world. Anything less is unacceptable. resolve of a proud country dedicated to the ers in New York and Washington have been Mr. Speaker, I strongly encourage my col- pursuit of freedom. This Congress is unified nothing short of heroic. I have said time and leagues to support the resolution. behind our President who will guide our coun- again that it was not a matter of if a terrorist Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, yesterday’s hor- try through this tragedy and hunt down those attack of epic proportions would hit our nation, rific, cowardly attack on the United States was responsible for these inconceivable acts of vi- but when. Sadly, the ‘‘when’’ occurred at 8:45 a senseless act of terrorism by enemies who olence against the United States. Tuesday morning. Had it not been for the abhor America’s principles of freedom and jus- Let this resolution not only signify the begin- trained first responders, the loss of life could tice. The terrorists who perpetrated this attack, ning our healing, but also our resolve to cap- have been double or triple the current known however, have a miscalculated view of Amer- ture those responsible. We will find you, and death toll. Sadly, many of those evacuating ica: they believe we are weak, but we are justice will be administered. the World Trade Center became casualties in strong; they believe we will cower in fear, but God bless America. the buildings’ collapse. Our gratitude and pray- we will stand tall in solidarity; they believe they Mr. ACEVEDO-VILA´ . Mr. Speaker, yester- er and go out to them and all the victims of can break our resolve, but our unity will only day we all witnessed in shock and disbelieve this senseless act of terror. be strengthened. the worst terrorist attack in the history of this Those who have perpetrated this crime First and foremost, my heart goes out to the great country. America was attacked by a must know that the United States will not allow victims and the victims’ families of this terrible, faceless enemy, a coward in the shadows. this injustice to go unpunished. Today we horrific attack. The Congress of the United Many innocent lives were shattered by these grieve with words, tomorrow we will respond States, along with all Americans, stands with horrendous acts of terrorism. I fully support with actions! I urge my colleagues to support you in this time of sorrow and tragedy. the President’s efforts to find the perpetrators this resolution of condemnation. Our thoughts and prayers also go to the and bring them to justice. I am confident that Mr. HANSEN. Mr. Speaker, yesterday firefighters, police officers, doctors, nurses, justice will be served and that these crimes America suffered a cowardly attack upon free- ambulance teams, hospital workers and all will not remain unpunished. dom itself. public servants who are working to rescue sur- My deepest sympathies go to those who Today, our first responsibility must be to vivors and to care for the injured. Your heroic yesterday lost their loved ones in Washington tend to the victims, and their families, in their hour of greatest need. This barbaric act is hor- efforts will be long remembered. and New York. May God Almighty give them Even as we care for our citizens who have rible in both its enormity, and in its closeness. peace and comfort them in their grief. We have all been touched forever. Brady been victimized by this horrible crime, the re- Terrorism will not undermine the strength of Howell, the husband of one of my office family sources of our government must now be di- this nation and the will of our people. There members, is still among the missing. Our pray- rected toward finding those who caused these are still many questions in our hearts. As we ers are with Liz and all of the families who acts of violence and bringing them to justice. look for answers, let us work together through grieve today. We must also examine the ways in which we these difficult times. America is at war against As we have been so painfully reminded— protect ourselves, and we, as leaders, must the forces of terror and destruction. Peace, lib- freedom is never free. It is now our duty to re- critically review how we allocate our resources erty, and democracy will prevail. America will mind the world that freedom is also never to defend this nation from terrorist attack. prevail. afraid. In the meantime, our nation stands resolute Mr. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in complete We must send an unmistakable message to in the face of this crisis. We are confident in unity with my colleagues in this great body to the world that we will spare no expense or ef- the foundations of our democracy and united condemn the most horrific acts of terrorism in fort to track down all those responsible and through out strength of spirit, which has with- our world’s history. ensure they never strike again. stood civil war, world war, the Cold War and Our country mourns together today for the These attacks were an act of war, not a encounted acts of discrimination and prejudice victims of yesterday’s brutal, cowardly attacks crime, and should be met with a swift and in our journey to becoming the strongest, most and our thoughts and prayers are with them overwhelming response. powerful, freedom-loving country in the world. and their loved ones. We commend and thank

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00097 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5588 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 the heroic efforts of the thousands of rescue nightmarish events which unfolded before the rorism did last year, that the threat is chang- workers who at this hour search tirelessly for nation’s eyes in New York, Washington, D.C. ing—from state-sponsored terrorism that tar- the victims and survivors of this national trag- and in rural Pennsylvania. geted Americans overseas, to the shadowy edy. America was the victim of a direct and co- acts of mass violence against civilians we ex- Make no mistake, what happened yesterday ordinated attack that is unprecedented in our perienced in its most evil force yesterday. in New York City and our nation’s capitol was country’s history. Terrorist forces have de- Everyone agrees that this cannot happen a deliberate Act of War against the United clared all out war on the United States and the again. But to be taken seriously, our vow must States of America and as assault upon the American people, and in response we must be backed up with adequate resources. De- freedoms of people worldwide. When the hi- declare war on all terrorists regardless of what spite space-age technological surveillance, my jackers steered our civilian airliners into the banner they fly, or, what country they seek experience is that there is no substitute for World Trade Center and the Department of safe harbor in. good ground-level intelligence. It’s tougher to Defense, they not only targeted America’s fi- The innocence of this nation has been shat- do, but our intelligence communities need the nancial and military centers, they attacked our tered and our peoples’ peaceful way of life resources and support that will allow them to culture, liberties, and way of life. has been forever changed. My thoughts and make the personal contacts that provide infor- Since our founding, America has served as prayers are with those injured, the families of mation you can’t get anywhere else. a symbol of freedom and stands today as the the many who lost their lives yesterday in One fear I have is that our law enforcement world’s greatest, most enduring democracy. these attacks, and those brave Americans officials are falling behind in their ability to While our democratic principles may make us desperately trying to recover the victims. monitor terrorist communications in the wire- In response to horrific injury, loss of life and a target for those fearful of freedom, they also less and Internet era. There was a newspaper destruction of our national institutions, the gov- bond and unite us in the face of adversity. article this year, and maybe we will find it pre- ernment and the people have rallied together This tragedy will only make our great nation scient, on Osama bin Laden’s use of to defend our country and our liberty. stronger in rebuilding from the rubble. There encrypted messages. Our authorities will for- I am very proud of our President for his shall be no doubt that justice will find all of the ever be a step behind the terrorists if they do quick response to this national crisis and I fully cowardly murderers who are in any way re- not have the legal authority and technical abil- support and endorse all efforts now underway sponsible or connected with these atrocious ity to intercept such communications. acts. to track down and swiftly punish those respon- This Congress and this government will sible for these despicable acts against Amer- Sadly, we also must make sure that our work with relentless resolve to bring the full re- ica and her citizens. communities are adequately prepared to resources of these United States and her allies America’s resolve has been put to the test spond to terrorist acts. Think about the crush- to bear upon the perpetrators of these heinous like no other time in living memory. We must ing demand being placed on hospitals and crimes. They will be brought to justice. I look respond to these terrible acts of cowardice emergency teams in New York City and forward to working in steadfast dedication with and evil with decisive and overwhelming mili- Washington. How would other communities my colleagues and with the President in tary force to annihilate those who planned and with far fewer facilities and trained personnel avenging these unspeakable acts. ordered these attacks on innocent Americans. respond if they were made targets? May God bless America. America is the greatest nation in the history This Congress and President will do every- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, of the world and its greatness will not be di- thing that must be done to respond to these it took only a matter of minutes to forever minished by these unspeakable acts of ter- disastrous incidents. We will move ahead to change our nation. The worst fears of a free rorism and fear. To those who would seek to protect Americans in this suddenly-uncertain society have come true, and we will live with destroy our land, let me be clear. We will not world. And we will continue to mourn the loss both the physical as well as the emotional only survive these attacks, but will become of a new breed of patriot—the innocent civil- scars from this tragedy for years to come. stronger in the process as citizens band to- ian. Today is a day for rescue, grieving and in- gether to show the world that Americans can- September 11, 2001 will indeed always be vestigation. We must do everything within our not and will not be defeated. frozen in our memory as a horrible day for power to help the rescue efforts in New York Mr. OXLEY. Mr. Speaker, September 11, America. But this day, and the days that fol- City and at the Pentagon and to extend a 2001 will be a date forever frozen in American low, are what we make of them, and history compassionate hand to the victims’ families. history. We will never forget the sickening will judge us on our response. The victims include not only the thousands sight of the World Trade Center and the Pen- Mr. COYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ex- who responded to save lives only to become tagon being attacked by hijacked airplanes. press my support for the victims of yesterday’s victims themselves. We will not rest until the criminals who com- terrorist attack, and to reiterate the United As a nation, we took immediate steps yes- mitted these terrible acts are made to pay. We States’ firm resolve not to give in to terrorism. terday to limit the scope of devastation: we will always remember the thousands of inno- I, like all Americans, am shocked and sad- sealed off airspace, closed federal buildings cent people who were killed, and the heart- dened by this horrible attack. I want to extend and heightened security across the country. break that weighs so heavily on their families my sympathy to the families and friends of the Today we continue to safeguard against the and friends. victims. Even one death would have been residual threats posed by these horrific events. But the terrorists did not win. Because while tragic. A disaster of this size is simply beyond Yet, a nation whose people are truly free to America mourns today, we know from our his- human comprehension. And yet each of the travel and communicate will always be vulner- tory that liberty and decency ultimately triumph thousands of families directly affected by this able to terrorist attacks. over tyranny and hate. These fanatics struck attack needs our consolation and support. We We need to investigate all the facts of yes- with unimaginable might at two symbols of our ache with grief for their loss, and we will work terday’s events so we can determine who is strengths—the financial district that fuels our to hold the individuals, groups, or states who responsible for this insidious action and re- economy and the fortress of our national de- participated in these despicable attacks ac- spond appropriately. As federal agencies and fense system—but the United States still countable for their actions. other government offices work together, we stands. can begin to match questions with answers. As the Chairman of the House Financial In the wake of this attack, life in this country We must make every effort to prevent this Services Committee, I watched solemnly as will inevitably change. In big ways and small, type of tragedy from occurring again. the World Trade Center, a towering icon of we will have to adapt to a threat that is ever- I have every faith that in this time of crisis American and world finance, collapsed into present and yet mostly invisible. and mourning, the world will see that the clouds. But our capital markets will survive Terrorist attacks are so brutally effective in American spirit of resilience remains and thrive, continuing their critical role in our part because they are usually unexpected, undeterred. Yesterday our nation came to- economy. I have been talking with federal reg- and because they are so difficult to guard gether as a united family. Today, that bond re- ulators and financial industry leaders, including against. Consequently they can create uncer- mains stronger than ever. My heart and prayer Federal Reserve Board Chairman Alan Green- tainty, fear, and even panic out of proportion are with the injured, the victims, and all their span, and plan to work with them to assure to the threat that they actually present. families. consumers, savers, and investors that our sys- We must work to protect our people from Mr. EVERETT. Mr. Speaker, like the millions tems remain fundamentally sound. terrorist attack. Accomplishing that goal will re- of other Americans who arrived at work Tues- As a former FBI agent, I have long been quire the dedication of substantial additional day morning ready for another day, I was concerned about terrorism. We need to recog- resources to combating terrorism. We must deeply shaken and in utter disbelief at the nize, as the National Commission on Ter- also accept the probability that despite the

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00098 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5589 best efforts of our intelligence and law en- innocent American families. The devastation He has publicly declared war on the United forcement personnel, some future acts of ter- are unspeakable, the consequences are un- States and stated that ‘‘America will face a rorism will succeed. But, perhaps the most im- imaginable. Every single American has been black fate . . . strikes will continue from portant of all, we must firmly resolve to pre- touched by tragedy like no other event in everwhere, and Islamic groups will appear one vent the terrorists from winning. American history, and our national will has after the other to fight American interests.’’ It In particular, we must not let terrorists de- been seared by images of death and destruc- is time for this threat to be eliminated. and if stroy the accomplishments of which our nation tion. Our hearts and prayers are with the fami- we find that someone else is responsible for should be the most proud. While changes in lies of those whose lives have been lost. We yesterday’s attack then we should eliminate security procedures are apparently required, have been hit at our hearts and we mourn our that threat as well. we should not sacrifice Americans’ remarkable national loss. Today, we put politics aside and The debate has already begun about the freedom or our civil rights in the battle against focus on our principles and our policy. We are shortcomings of the American intelligence— terrorism. not Republicans or Democrats, we are Ameri- whether we should have known and been able I also want to caution my fellow citizens cans, speaking with one united voice against to stop these horrific events before they oc- against leaping to unjustified conclusions or this terror that has been perpetrated against curred. It is true that America has in many taking inappropriate action against other citi- us. ways become complacent about our security zens. In this regard, I want to remind the I commend President Bush and the adminis- on our own shores. American people that our first thoughts after tration for their steady and unwavering leader- We have come to rely heavily on the bene- the Oklahoma City bombing were that foreign ship in this crisis and Gov. Pataki, Mayor fits of highly technical intelligence capabilities. agents were responsible for the attack; we Giuliani, DC Mayor Anthony Williams, and While these components are important in subsequently learned that that horrible attack Pennsylvania Governor Tom Ridge and all the keeping our people safe worldwide, it cannot was home-grown. And even if, as has been people who have answered the call of duty to replace the benefit of investing in human skill suggested, Osama bin Laden’s organization is respond in New York, Washington, and Penn- to infiltrate the ranks of would-be terrorists. behind this attack, we should not attack or dis- sylvania. America’s first responders are our Humans infiltrated our security yesterday, not criminate against Muslims or Arab-Americans. first line of defense and these professionals high technology. We must refocus on that lost By no means are most or even many Muslims deserve our gratitude and praise for the work component of our intelligence and security ef- and Arab-Americans anti-American or pro-ter- they are doing. forts. rorist. They are, rather, law-abiding and patri- However, today it is pointedly clear that we After the attack on Pearl Harbor, a Japa- otic citizens who deserve our respect and fel- continue to live in a dangerous world with very nese Admiral was heard to say I hope we lowship. They most definitely do not deserve real threats to our nation. There are still terror- have not awakened a sleeping giant. That to be vilified or attacked. ists who seek to destroy our country, chem- sleeping giant has awakened again and it will As we consider what action we should take, ical, biological, and nuclear demons still hover, rise quickly—Americans united behind our President—to punish those who would cripple we must carefully and objectively evaluate the and enemies of freedom and democracy still or destroy our freedom and our people. threats we face and the means we might use persist. Ms. KILPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, today, I ex- to address them. It is essential that we not un- Terrorists are becoming more and more so- press my shock and outrage at the attacks derestimate our enemies in this conflict. They phisticated and we have been warned that ter- that took place yesterday. First and foremost are dedicated, ruthless, and—as yesterday’s rorists acts against us are inevitable. The I send out my prayers and condolences to the attacks proved—willing to sacrifice their own United States has been tested. But our en- thousands of American families most directly lives for a cause they believe in. That being emies should not be deceived. We are firmly affected by this tragic event and the millions of said, there are a number of reasons for Ameri- resolved to find the perpetrators and punish Americans who feel the devastation of such a cans to remain calm and confident. We must those involved in any way in these despicable profound strike at the heart of our Nation. recognize that the number of active terrorists acts. Our determination is firm, our reach is While our pain is immense our actions will is small, and that their resources are limited. long, and our nation is united. This assault on be resolute. We will not stand idly by while We must also remember that most people our families and our values and our Nation will those who seek to destroy our democracy around the world are as appalled by these at- not stand. It is important now that as we re- wreak havoc on our country and the rest of tacks as we are, and that they are just as in- build we also recognize the road ahead of us. the world. I say to those who have perpetrated terested as we are in stopping terrorism. We Much work must be done to eliminate terrorist this attack: witness the American resolve evi- should also remember that most Americans threats around the world and to protect our dent in the immediate aftermath of these hor- are still remarkably safe; while certain sym- citizens at home and abroad. rendous attacks as our Nation’s citizens band bolic targets may be attacked, the risk for Mr. COLLINS. Mr. Speaker, yesterday our together to help one another in time of need; most Americans of experiencing a terrorist at- Nation was attacked, an act of war that when witness the increased sense of American tack is still significantly lower than the risk of all is told will have claimed thousands of unity, tradition, pride and patriotism your ac- experiencing commonplace mishaps like heart American lives. It was a day of disbelief, tions invigorate in the American conscious; attacks or traffic accidents. Finally, we must shock, and horror. I offer my most heartfelt witness the undying sense of hope and deter- remember that most terrorist attacks are condolences to the families and friends of the mination evidenced by the American people. thwarted before they can be carried out; I am victims of this terrorist attack on our Nation I say that your attack runs counter to your certain that Congress will provide the nec- and our people. goals, whatever they may be. You have only essary resources to increase security and ex- Today is a day of anger. The United States increased our determination to spread the pand our counter-terrorism operations. Con- will not tolerate a direct attack on its citizens. American spirit and our belief in freedom and sequently, I am confident that the American The full force and will of our government will justice to the far corners of the world. You people will demonstrate the resolve—and the be dedicated to punishing the terrorists who have only strengthened our condemnation of wisdom—necessary to win this fight. are responsible, as well as those who harbor undemocratic institutions, and you have re- We can take comfort from the fact that we and protect them. signed yourself to the retribution that your evil have dealt with bigger threats in the past. The We know who the most likely individual is acts warrant. threats posed by the Axis in World War II and behind these acts, because he has acted be- God bless America and God help the fami- by nuclear weapons during the Cold War were fore, killing Americans viciously and merci- lies and victims of yesterdays’ attack. real and potentially much more devastating. lessly. I strongly support our President in the Mr. CULBERSON. Mr. Speaker, the House The American people rose to those chal- effort to lead us in a swift, severe act of ret- is meeting today to lend 110 percent support lenges, and they did so admirably. They will ribution that will leave no question that Amer- to our Commander-in-Chief, President George rise to this challenge as well. ica will not allow her citizens to live under the W. Bush. Every Member of Congress is com- In closing, Mr. Speaker, let me reiterate my threat of terrorism. pletely unified in our support for President belief that our great nation will prevail in this Osama bin Laden is in the business of ter- Bush to do whatever is necessary to rescue difficult but unavoidable struggle. rorism, backed by millions of dollars of per- the wounded and attend to the victims and Mr. CHAMBLISS.1 Mr. Speaker, America is sonal wealth. We already know that he is re- their families, and to identify those responsible the most free, most open, most democratic sponsible for a number of terrorists attacks for this atrocity, hunt them down, and bring nation in the world and yesterday we paid tre- that include the first attack on the World Trade them to justice. mendous price for our freedom. Yesterday’s Center in 1993 and the 1998 attack on the These attacks are an act of war against the vicious attack on the United States was a hei- U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania which people of the United States. We will eradicate nous and despicable act of murder targeting killed over 200 people. these terrorists wherever they may be and

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00099 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 H5590 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2001 punish anyone who harbored them, anyone Goode Lowey Rush Payne Saxton Weldon (PA) Goodlatte Lucas (KY) Ryan (WI) Rangel Souder who gave them a nickel, and anyone who Goss Lucas (OK) Ryun (KS) Royce Weiner gave them comfort and aid. Graham Luther Sabo Members of Congress are furious and out- Granger Maloney (CT) Sanchez b 0107 raged, but we will be thoughtful and delibera- Graves Manzullo Sanders So the joint resolution was passed. Green (TX) Markey Sandlin tive in our response. Above all, we will support Green (WI) Mascara Sawyer The result of the vote was announced our Commander-in-Chief. Greenwood Matheson Schaffer as above recorded. As Congress and our President decide how Grucci Matsui Schakowsky A motion to reconsider was laid on Gutierrez McCarthy (NY) Schiff America should respond, we must be sure to Gutknecht McCollum Schrock the table. remember Benjamin Franklin’s warning that Hall (OH) McCrery Scott Stated for: those who ‘‘give up essential liberty to obtain Hall (TX) McDermott Sensenbrenner Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty Hansen McGovern Serrano er, during rollcall vote No. 338, H. Con. Res. Harman McHugh Sessions nor safety.’’ Hart McInnis Shadegg 61—Expressing the sense of the Congress re- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Hastings (FL) McIntyre Shaw garding the terrorist attacks launched against Speaker, I yield back the balance of Hastings (WA) McKeon Shays the United States on September 11, 2001, I our time. Hayes McKinney Sherman Hayworth McNulty Sherwood was unavoidably detained. Had I been The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Hefley Meehan Shimkus present, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ SIMPSON). All time for debate has ex- Herger Meek (FL) Shows The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Shuster pired. Hill Menendez SIMPSON). Pursuant to the order of the Hilleary Mica Simmons Pursuant to the order of the House of Hilliard Millender- Simpson House of earlier today, S.J. Res. 22 is today, the previous question is ordered. Hinchey McDonald Skeen passed. The question is on the engrossment Hinojosa Miller (FL) Skelton Without objection, the motion to re- and third reading of the joint resolu- Hobson Miller, Gary Slaughter Hoeffel Miller, George Smith (MI) consider S.J. Res. 22 is laid on the tion. Hoekstra Mink Smith (NJ) table, and H.J. Res. 61 is laid on the The joint resolution was ordered to Holden Mollohan Smith (TX) table. be engrossed and read a third time, and Holt Moore Smith (WA) There was no objection. Honda Moran (KS) Snyder was read the third time. Hooley Moran (VA) Solis f The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Horn Morella Spratt question is on the passage of the joint Hostettler Myrick Stark MESSAGE FROM THE SENATE resolution. Houghton Napolitano Stearns A message from the Senate by Mr. Hoyer Neal Stenholm The question was taken; and the Hulshof Nethercutt Strickland Monahan, one of its clerks, announced Speaker pro tempore announced that Hunter Ney Stump that the Senate has passed a bill of the the ayes appeared to have it. Hyde Northup Stupak following title which the concurrence Inslee Norwood Sununu Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Isakson Nussle Sweeney of the House is requested: Speaker, on that I demand the yeas Israel Oberstar Tancredo S.J. Res. 22. Joint Resolution expressing and nays. Issa Obey Tanner the sense of the Senate and House of Rep- Istook Olver Tauscher resentatives regarding the terrorist attacks The yeas and nays were ordered. Tauzin Jackson (IL) Ortiz launched against the United States on Sep- The vote was taken by electronic de- Jackson-Lee Osborne Taylor (MS) vice, and there were—yeas 408, nays 0, (TX) Ose Taylor (NC) tember 11, 2001. not voting 22, as follows: Jefferson Otter Terry f Jenkins Owens Thomas [Roll No. 338] John Oxley Thompson (CA) REPORT ON RESOLUTION WAIVING YEAS—408 Johnson (CT) Pallone Thompson (MS) REQUIREMENT OF CLAUSE 6(a) of Johnson (IL) Pascrell Thornberry Abercrombie Brown (SC) Delahunt Johnson, E. B. Pastor Thune RULE XIII WITH RESPECT TO Ackerman Bryant DeLauro Johnson, Sam Paul Thurman CONSIDERATION OF CERTAIN Aderholt Burr DeLay Jones (NC) Pelosi Tiahrt RESOLUTIONS Akin Burton DeMint Jones (OH) Pence Tiberi Allen Buyer Deutsch Kanjorski Peterson (MN) Tierney Mrs. MYRICK, from the Committee on Andrews Callahan Diaz-Balart Kaptur Peterson (PA) Toomey Rules, submitted a privileged report Armey Calvert Dingell Keller Petri Towns (Rept. No. 107–204) on the resolution (H. Baca Camp Doggett Kennedy (MN) Phelps Traficant Bachus Cannon Dooley Kennedy (RI) Pickering Turner Res. 236) waiving a requirement of Baird Cantor Doolittle Kerns Pitts Udall (CO) clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to Baker Capito Doyle Kildee Platts Udall (NM) consideration of certain resolutions re- Baldacci Capps Dreier Kind (WI) Pombo Upton Baldwin Capuano Duncan King (NY) Pomeroy Velazquez ported from the Committee on Rules, Ballenger Cardin Dunn Kingston Portman Visclosky which was referred to the House Cal- Barcia Carson (IN) Edwards Kirk Price (NC) Vitter endar and ordered to be printed. Barr Carson (OK) Ehlers Kleczka Pryce (OH) Walden Barrett Castle Ehrlich Knollenberg Putnam Walsh f Bartlett Chabot Emerson Kolbe Quinn Wamp AMERICA WILL NOT REST UNTIL Barton Chambliss Engel Kucinich Radanovich Waters Bass Clay English LaFalce Rahall Watkins (OK) TERRORISTS ARE BROUGHT TO Becerra Clayton Eshoo LaHood Ramstad Watson (CA) JUSTICE BEFORE THE WORLD Bentsen Clement Etheridge Lampson Regula Watt (NC) Bereuter Clyburn Evans Langevin Rehberg Watts (OK) (Ms. KAPTUR asked and was given Berkley Coble Everett Lantos Reyes Waxman permission to address the House for 1 Berman Collins Farr Larsen (WA) Reynolds Weldon (FL) minute and to revise and extend her re- Berry Combest Fattah Larson (CT) Riley Weller Biggert Condit Ferguson Latham Rivers Wexler marks.) Bilirakis Cooksey Filner LaTourette Rodriguez Whitfield Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, as the Bishop Costello Flake Leach Roemer Wicker Blagojevich Cox Fletcher profound tragedies in New York, Penn- Lee Rogers (KY) Wilson sylvania, and Washington flashed be- Blumenauer Coyne Foley Levin Rogers (MI) Wolf Blunt Cramer Forbes Lewis (CA) Rohrabacher Woolsey fore the world, I was struck again by Boehlert Crane Ford Lewis (GA) Ros-Lehtinen Wu the greatness of our people, their valor, Boehner Crenshaw Frank Lewis (KY) Ross Wynn their order, their dignity; indeed, their Bonilla Cubin Frelinghuysen Linder Rothman Young (AK) Bonior Culberson Frost LoBiondo Roukema Young (FL) actions of honor, one by one, shown to Bono Cummings Gallegly Lofgren Roybal-Allard the world, loving mercy more than life Borski Cunningham Ganske itself. Boswell Davis (CA) Gekas NOT VOTING—22 Boucher Davis (FL) Gephardt As one Member, I can certainly say Boyd Davis, Jo Ann Gibbons Conyers Gordon Maloney (NY) our Nation will not rest until the ter- Brady (PA) Davis, Tom Gilchrest Crowley Kelly McCarthy (MO) rorists responsible for yesterday’s car- Brady (TX) Deal Gillmor Davis (IL) Kilpatrick Meeks (NY) Brown (FL) DeFazio Gilman Dicks Largent Murtha nage are brought to justice before the Brown (OH) DeGette Gonzalez Fossella Lipinski Nadler entire world.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 12:42 Sep 14, 2001 Jkt 010199 PO 00000 Frm 00100 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\PICKUP\H11SE1.REC txed01 PsN: txed01 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5591 b 0110 The motion was agreed to. 3582. A letter from the Director, Policy Di- rectives and Instructions Branch, INS, De- I have also been overwhelmed by the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ant to the previous order of the House, partment of Justice, transmitting the De- outpouring of sympathy that our office partment’s final rule—‘‘K’’ Nonimmigrant is receiving from throughout the world. the House stands adjourned until 10 Classification for Spouses of U.S. Citizens We thank President Putin. We thank a.m. today out of respect to the vic- and Their Children Under the Legal Immi- the Prime Minister of Great Britain, tims of the terrorist attacks. gration Family Equity Act of 2000 [INS No. Tony Blair, and all the world leaders Accordingly (at 1 o’clock and 10 min- 2127–01] (RIN: 1115–AG12) received August 14, utes a.m.), on Thursday, September 13, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the who are sending us condolences and Committee on the Judiciary. sympathies to our people. 2001, (legislative day of Tuesday, Sep- tember 11, 2001), under its previous 3583. A letter from the Chief, Regulations But yesterday I received another and Administrative Law, USCG, Department offer of sympathy, this time from a order, the House adjourned until today, of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Roman Catholic vicar general from the September 13, 2001, at 10 a.m. out of re- ment’s final rule—Safety Zone; Fireworks nation of Ukraine: spect to the victims of the terrorist at- Display, Columbia River, Astoria, Oregon tacks. [CGD13–01–021] (RIN: 2115–AA97) received Au- I would like to present to you and through gust 17, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. f you, Congresswoman, to all the American 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- people our condolences because of the ter- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, tation and Infrastructure. rible tragedy that has stricken the whole ETC. 3584. A letter from the Chief, Regulations world. and Administrative Law, USCG, Department As the profound tragedies in New York, Under clause 8 of rule XII, executive of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Washington, and Pennsylvania flashed before communications were taken from the ment’s final rule—Safety Zone; Lake Michi- the world, I was struck again by the greatness Speaker’s table and referred as follows: gan, Pentwater, MI [CGD09–01–087] (RIN: 3575. A letter from the Alternate OSD FR 2115–AA97) received August 17, 2001, pursuant of our people—their valor, their order, their to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on dignity. Indeed, their acts of honor—one by Liaison Officer, Department of Defense, transmitting the Department’s final rule— Transportation and Infrastructure. one shown to the world. At every turn loving TRICARE; Civilian Health and Medical Pro- 3585. A letter from the Chief, Regulations and Administrative Law, USCG, Department mercy more than life. To America’s enemies gram of the Uniformed Services of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- let me say; our Nation will not rest until the (CHAMPUS); Nonavailability Statement Re- ment’s final rule—Safety Zone; Blue Water terrorists responsible for yesterday’s carnage quirement for Maternity Care—received Au- Offshore Classic, St. Clair River, MI [CGD09– gust 14, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. are brought to justice before the entire world. 01–099] (RIN: 2115–AA97) received August 17, I have also been overwhelmed by the out- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Armed 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the pouring of sympathy coming to our people Services. Committee on Transportation and Infra- from throughout the world—President Putin, 3576. A letter from the Alternate OSD FR structure. Liaison Officer, Department of Defense, Prime Minister Blair of Great Britain. 3586. A letter from the Chief, Regulations transmitting the Department’s final rule— and Administrative Law, USCG, Department I would like to present to You and Through Civilian Health and Medical Program of the of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- You—to all the American people—our condo- Uniformed Services (CHAMPUS); TRICARE ment’s final rule—Safety Zone; Irish Fes- lences because of the terrible tragedy that Prime Enrollment—received August 14, 2001, tival 2001, Milwaukee Harbor, Wisconsin has stricken the whole world. pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- [CGD09–01–044] (RIN: 2115–AA97) received Au- We have been very shaken to learn about a mittee on Armed Services. gust 17, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. series of acts of terrorism that happened in 3577. A letter from the Alternate OSD FR 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- the United States of America yesterday. Liaison Officer, Department of Defense, tation and Infrastructure. It has been an awful blow by its cruelty transmitting the Department’s final rule— 3587. A letter from the Chief, Regulations and scale that struck not only the USA but TRICARE; Civilian Health and Medical Pro- and Administrative Law, USCG, Department all humanity. I received the notice during gram of the Uniformed Services of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- spiritual retreats in our Higher Spiritual (CHAMPUS); Bonus Payments in Medically ment’s final rule—Safety Zone; Lake Erie, Seminary [in Vorzel] where all priests of our Underserved Areas—received August 14, 2001, Cleveland Harbor, Cleveland, OH [CGD09–01– Diocese came. As a sign of our unity and pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- 104] (RIN: 2115–AA97) received August 17, sympathy in your grief we celebrated Holy mittee on Armed Services. 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Mass for the souls of the departed and prayed 3578. A letter from the Alternate OSD FR Committee on Transportation and Infra- for all victims. May the Lord strengthen Liaison Officer, Department of Defense, structure. them by His grace that they may outlive transmitting the Department’s final rule— 3588. A letter from the Chief, Regulations this horrible disaster. Civilian Health and Medical Program of the and Administrative Law, USCG, Department In all our churches there are Divine Serv- Uniformed Services (CHAMPUS); Expansion of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- ices and prayers said for the souls of the de- of Dependent Eligibility for TRICARE Re- ment’s final rule—Safety Zone; Seafair Blue parted victims and for all those who have tiree Dental Program—received August 14, Angels Performance, Lake Washington, WA suffered. 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the [CGD13–01–010] (RIN: 2115–AA97) received Au- These days our hearts and our prayers are Committee on Armed Services. gust 17, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. with your people. 3579. A letter from the Executive Director, 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Sincerely Yours, Committee For Purchase From People Who tation and Infrastructure. BISHOP STANISLAW SHYROKORADIUK, Are Blind Or Severely Disabled, transmitting 3589. A letter from the Chief, Regulations and Administrative Law, USCG, Department Roman Catholic Vicar the Committee’s final rule—Additions to the of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- General Ukraine. Procurement List—received August 14, 2001, ment’s final rule—Safety Zone; Rochester pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- f Harborfest Fireworks Display, Genesee mittee on Government Reform. River, Rochester, New York [CGD09–01–014] ADJOURNMENT OUT OF RESPECT 3580. A letter from the Office of Sustain- (RIN: 2115–AA97) received August 17, 2001, TO VICTIMS OF TERRORIST AT- able Fisheries, NMFS, National Oceanic and TACKS pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- Atmospheric Administration, transmitting mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- Mr. ARMEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask the Administration’s final rule—Fisheries of ture. unanimous consent that, consistent the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; 3590. A letter from the Chief, Regulations Atka Mackerel in the Eastern Aleutian Dis- and Administrative Law, USCG, Department with the language of the joint resolu- trict and Bering Sea Subarea of the Bering tion just passed, when the House ad- of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Sea and Aleutian Islands [Docket No. ment’s final rule—Vessel Identification Sys- journs on this legislative day, it stand 010112013–1013–01; I.D. 083001A] received Sep- tem [USCG–1999–6420] (RIN: 2115–AD35) re- adjourned out of respect to the victims tember 10, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. ceived August 17, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. of the terrorist attacks. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Resources. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there 3581. A letter from the Director, Policy Di- tation and Infrastructure. objection to the request of the gen- rectives and Instructions Branch, INS, De- 3591. A letter from the Chief, Regulations tleman from Texas? partment of Justice, transmitting the De- and Administrative Law, USCG, Department partment’s final rule—V Nonimmigrant Clas- There was no objection. of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- sification; Spouses and Children of Lawful ment’s final rule—Licensing and Manning for f Permanent Residents [INS No. 2117–01; AG Officers of Towing Vessels [USCG 1999–6224] ADJOURNMENT Order No. 2502–2001] (RIN: 1115–AG08) re- (RIN: 2115–AF23) received August 17, 2001, ceived September 10, 2001, pursuant to 5 pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- Mr. ARMEY. Mr. Speaker, I move U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on the mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- that the House do now adjourn. Judiciary. ture.

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3592. A letter from the Chief, Regulations By Mr. ROSS (for himself, Mr. BERRY, H.R. 919: Mr. ISSA and Mr. BLAGOJEVICH. and Administrative Law, USCG, Department Mr. PICKERING, Mr. SHOWS, and Mr. H.R. 959: Mr. RADANOVICH and Ms. ESHOO. of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- THOMPSON of Mississippi): H.R. 968: Mr. MATHESON and Mr. BROWN of ment’s final rule—Drawbridge Operating H.R. 2879. A bill to improve migratory bird Ohio. Regulation; Green River, Spottsville, Ken- management by the Animal and Plant H.R. 1011: Mr. LAHOOD. tucky [CGD08–01–014] (RIN: 2115–AE47) re- Health Inspection Service of the Department H.R. 1035: Mr. GORDON and Mr. ROSS. ceived August 17, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. of Agriculture, and for other purposes; to the H.R. 1143: Ms. MCKINNEY. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Committee on Resources, and in addition to H.R. 1265: Ms. LOFGREN. tation and Infrastructure. the Committee on Agriculture, for a period H.R. 1353: Mr. KILDEE, Mr. WALSH and Mr. 3593. A letter from the Chief, Regulations to be subsequently determined by the Speak- BARTON of Texas. and Administrative Law, USCG, Department er, in each case for consideration of such pro- H.R. 1478: Ms. LEE. visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- H.R. 1509: Mr. LAMPSON and Mr. OWENS. ment’s final rule—Raising the Threshold of committee concerned. H.R. 1543: Mr. ROYCE. Property Damage for Reports of Accidents By Mr. WATKINS (for himself, Mr. H.R. 1556: Mr. GONZALEZ. Involving Recreational Vessels [USCG–1999– CARSON of Oklahoma, Mr. KILDEE, H.R. 1701: Mr. LARSON of Connecticut, Mr. 6094] (RIN: 2115–AF87) received August 17, and Mr. CONDIT): ROYCE, and Mr. SHIMKUS. 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the H.R. 2880. A bill to amend laws relating to H.R. 1734: Mr. ABERCROMBIE. Committee on Transportation and Infra- the lands of the citizens of the Muscogee H.R. 1771: Mr. LEVIN. structure. (Creek), Seminole, Cherokee, Chickasaw, and H.R. 1798: Mr. MCNULTY. 3594. A letter from the Chief, Regulations Choctaw Nations, historically referred to as H.R. 1908: Mr. REHBERG. Unit, Internal Revenue Service, transmitting the Five Civilized Tribes, and for other pur- the Service’s final rule—Examination of re- poses; to the Committee on Resources. H.R. 1992: Mrs. ROUKEMA, Mr. HOEKSTRA, turns and claims for refund, credit, or abate- By Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania (for Mr. GREENWOOD, Mr. NORWOOD, Mr. KELLER, Mr. TERRY, and Mr. BACA. ment; determination of correct tax liability himself, Mr. ORTIZ, Mr. REYES, and [Rev. Procedure 2001–48] received September Mr. SCHROCK): H.R. 2073: Mr. THOMPSON of California. 10, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to H.R. 2881. A bill to authorize emergency H.R. 2138: Mr. PASTOR and Mr. MARKEY. the Committee on Ways and Means. appropriations for fiscal year 2002 for the De- H.R. 2142: Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. DELAHUNT, Ms. 3595. A letter from the Chief, Regulations partment of Defense to respond to the infra- HOOLEY of Oregon, Mr. THOMPSON of Mis- Unit, Internal Revenue Service, transmitting structure sustainment and restoration crisis sissippi, Mr. MATSUI, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. the Service’s final rule—Exempt Organiza- and spare and repair parts shortages ad- REYES, Mr. RODRIGUEZ, Mr. RUSH, Mr. tions [Notice 2001–55] received September 10, versely affecting the readiness of the Armed THOMPSON of California, Mr. WAXMAN, and 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Forces and the quality of life of members of Ms. WATERS. Committee on Ways and Means. the Armed Forces and their families on mili- H.R. 2148: Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD and Mr. tary installations; to the Committee on FROST. f Armed Services. H.R. 2219: Mr. WOLF and Mr. SCHAFFER. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON By Mr. ARMEY (for himself and Mr. H.R. 2220: Mr. CALVERT, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. PRICE of North Carolina, Mr. SERRANO, Mr. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS GEPHARDT): H.J. Res. 61. Joint resolution expressing MATSUI, and Mr. SMITH of Washington. Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of the sense of the Senate and House of Rep- H.R. 2349: Mr. TIERNEY, Mr. LEWIS of Geor- committees were delivered to the Clerk resentatives regarding the terrorist attacks gia, Mr. MATSUI, and Mr. BONIOR. for printing and reference to the proper launched against the United States on Sep- H.R. 2373: Mr. PETERSON of Pennsylvania. calendar, as follows: tember 11, 2001; considered and agreed to. H.R. 2374: Mr. ENGLISH, Mr. POMEROY, Mr. By Mr. NEY (for himself and Mr. KINGSTON, and Mr. MCINNIS. [September 13 (legislative day of September 11), HOYER): H.R. 2492: Mr. ROEMER, Ms. CARSON of Indi- 2001] H. Con. Res. 223. Concurrent resolution per- ana, and Mr. MCNULTY. Mrs. MYRICK: Committee on Rules. House mitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol H.R. 2520: Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Resolution 236. Resolution waiving a require- for a prayer vigil in memory of those who H.R. 2623: Ms. PELOSI and Mr. MCDERMOTT. ment of clause 6 (a) of rule XIII with respect lost their lives in the events of September 11, H.R. 2683: Mr. JENKINS, Mr. DUNCAN, Mr. to consideration of certain resolutions re- 2001; to the Committee on House Administra- GIBBONS, and Mr. FROST. ported from the Committee on Rules (Rept. tion; considered and agreed to. H.R. 2688: Mrs. ROUKEMA. 107–204). Referred to the House Calendar. By Mrs. EMERSON (for herself and Mr. H.R. 2693: Mr. TOWNS, Mr. CROWLEY, Mr. f SKELTON): HINCHEY, Mr. KIRK, and Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. H. Con. Res. 224. Concurrent resolution ex- H.R. 2708: Mr. SCHAFFER. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS pressing the sense of the Congress that, as a H.R. 2709: Mr. HAYWORTH. symbol of solidarity following the terrorist H.R. 2714: Mr. CANNON, Mr. MANZULLO, Mr. Under clause 2 of rule XII, public attacks on the United States on September bills and resolutions were introduced LINDER, and Mr. TOOMEY. 11, 2001, every United States citizen is en- H.R. 2719: Mr. GIBBONS. and severally referred, as follows: couraged to display the flag of the United H.R. 2740: Mr. MCINTYRE, Mr. GOODE, Mr. States; to the Committee on the Judiciary. [September 12 (legislative day of September 11), ROSS, and Mr. BROWN of Ohio. 2001] f H.R. 2817: Ms. HART and Ms. DELAURO. By Mr. BRADY of Texas: ADDITIONAL SPONSORS H.R. 2866: Ms. HARMAN, Mr. SHAYS, Mrs. H.R. 2877. A bill to require that United TAUSCHER, Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD, Mr. States assistance may be provided to the Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors BLAGOJEVICH, Mr. FROST, Ms. NORTON, Mr. government of a foreign country only if a were added to public bills and resolu- DOOLEY of California, Mr. BALDACCI, Mr. treaty of extradition between that country tions as follows: LEVIN, Mrs. LOWEY, Mr. BRADY of Pennsyl- and the United States is in force, or the gov- [September 12 (legislative day, September 11), vania, and Mr. BACA. ernment of that country and the United 2001] H.R. 2869: Mr. SAWYER. H.J. Res. 54: Mr. SCHAFFER. States have entered into negotiations to con- H.R. 15: Mr. NUSSLE, Mr. PENCE, Mr. HALL H. Con. Res. 119: Mr. WELDON of Florida. clude a treaty of extradition; to the Com- of Texas, and Mr. COOKSEY. H. Con. Res. 184: Mrs. EMERSON, Mr. WATTS mittee on International Relations. H.R. 19: Mr. GOODE, Mr. MCINNIS, Mr. of Oklahoma, Mr. RADANOVICH, and Mr. By Mr. HOLDEN: TANCREDO, Mr. JONES of North Carolina, Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. H.R. 2878. A bill to amend title 38, United SESSIONS, and Mr. SOUDER. States Code, to provide for the payment of H.R. 25: Mrs. JOHNSON of Connecticut. H. Con. Res. 188: Mr. CAPUANO. dependency and indemnity compensation to H.R. 31: Mr. CRANE. H. Con. Res. 197: Mr. KILDEE and Mr. BARR the survivors of former prisoners of war who H.R. 154: Ms. DELAURO. of Georgia. died on or before September 30, 1999, under H.R. 537: Mr. FROST. H. Con. Res. 204: Mr. WOLF and Mr. the same eligibility conditions as apply to H.R. 600: Mr. RILEY. ETHERIDGE. payment of dependency and indemnity com- H.R. 606: Mr. ROHRABACHER. H. Res. 226: Mr. WATT of North Carolina, pensation to the survivors of former pris- H.R. 770: Mr. MATHESON. Mr. FROST, Mr. GILLMOR, Mr. HILLIARD, Mr. oners of war who die after that date; to the H.R. 876: Mr. GOODE and Mr. UDALL of New TIERNEY, Mr. KLECZKA, Mr. SESSIONS, and Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. Mexico. Mr. FILNER.

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ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES ing over your shoulder, and you should never The attacks yesterday remind us of the have rest because we will find you. Justice will shock and horror experienced at Pearl Harbor. HON. TODD TIAHRT be done. We must—and will—work to ensure that this OF KANSAS f kind of barbarism will never occur again. So my colleagues it is clear that the U.S. is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ATTACK ON AMERICA at war like December 7, 1941 but a new kind Tuesday, September 11, 2001 of war. The U.S. won WWI, WWII and the cold Mr. TIAHRT. Mr. Speaker, September 11, HON. HENRY BONILLA war. But now we must prevail in what could be 2001 is the day the landscape of America was OF TEXAS called the gray war. We will prevail here also. changed forever. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f We will rebuild structures, but we cannot re- Tuesday, September 11, 2001 build the thousands of loved ones that have IN HONOR OF THE DEDICATED been lost to this world forever. Our thoughts Mr. BONILLA. Mr. Speaker, yesterday was SERVICE OF JAMES L. CUBBAGE, and prayer go out to the families and friends a day we never thought we would see in our JR., AND JULIA MAST TO THE of the victims of the reprehensible and cow- lifetimes. Unfortunately, we are just learning DELAWARE FIREFIGHTER COM- ardly attack against our country. As we at- the depths of the devastation. In the true MUNITY tempt to rescue possible survivors and con- American spirit, we are also learning about he- sole those who have lost, we begin our deter- roes across this country who rose to the chal- HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE mined quest to find their murderers and im- lenge to save and comfort their fellow Ameri- OF DELAWARE pose a tough and appropriate punishment. cans. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES President Bush has the full support of this Make no mistake, the act of war perpetrated Tuesday, September 11, 2001 against the United States will be met with the Congress. In the long days and months full force of the U.S. military. President Bush, ahead, we must unite to follow through on his Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, during my serv- Congress and the American people are re- pledge to track down those responsible for ice as a Member of the House of Representa- solved to take on and defeat the forces of evil these cowardly acts against the American tives, it has been my honor and privilege to that attempt to disrupt our way of life. The people. rise and pay tribute to organizations and peo- principles of democracy in a free and open so- Those who have declared war on the Amer- ple who really make a difference in the Dela- ciety are at stake. This is a war against all na- ican people must now face the full might and ware community. Today, I rise to recognize tions who enjoy the liberties and freedom of power of the United States. Americans will James L. Cubbage, Jr., President of the Dela- democracy, and all peaceful nations should stand strong and will not let these terrorists ware Volunteer Firemen’s Association (DVFA) band together in a unified force against those take our freedom. and Julia Mast, President of the Ladies Auxil- that wreak hatred and terror. The men and women in our Armed Forces iary of the DVFA. Mr. Speaker, yesterday was a dark day in serve our country with brave hearts every sin- On behalf of my fellow Delawareans I would America. Today, the light of freedom shines gle day. But today is a new day in their duty, like to commend these two outstanding indi- bright and we move forward as the greatest a new day of a monolithic fight against evil. viduals, not only for their tireless efforts on be- nation in the world. We must provide our military and intelligence half of the First State, but for their tremendous God bless the victims and their families and agencies with the resources they need to win contributions to the DVFA and the Ladies Aux- God bless America. this fight. iliary of the DVFA. f America must stand together with strength James L. Cubbage, Jr., has been a tremen- and resolve so America remains free, safe dously active and influential member of the fire ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES and secure. America must stand together in prevention community for years. He has prayer for the lives that were lost. America will served as an active member of the DVFA HON. DARRELL E. ISSA prevail and we will win. since the early 1970’s, is a Board Member of OF CALIFORNIA God Bless America. the International Association of Arson Inves- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f tigators (IAAI) Education Foundation, and also former President of the Delaware Chapter of Tuesday, September 11, 2001 ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES the IAAI. Jim Cubbage has shown exceptional Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, like many Ameri- leadership skills throughout his career, re- cans, I woke up this morning after not getting HON. CLIFF STEARNS flected in his election as Director of the DVFA much sleep, with a broken heart and a tre- OF FLORIDA in 1987 and serving in that capacity until 1998, mendous feeling of sadness and anger. There IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES when he was then elected as 2nd Vice Presi- are still so many questions unanswered and dent of the DVFA, followed by being elected so much emotion tied in our hearts. Tuesday, September 11, 2001 President in 2000. While we see these horrible events, feel Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, the bloodiest Mr. Cubbage has also worked diligently for these tremendous feelings, and listen to these attack in America history occurred yesterday the Clayton Fire Company, No. 1, Inc., being unbearable stories, we must remember that September 11, 2001—a date which will live in a life member, having joined in 1965. There we are Americans. Throughout history Ameri- infamy. Life in America, as we know it, will he has served on the Board of Directors for cans have shown the world what freedom is, change. Let us as Members of Congress, and over 15 years and is a former Chief and Presi- and more importantly, what freedom costs. more importantly, as Americans resolve to dent. He is a member of the New Castle While we share this planet with evil, we will help those families who lost loved ones in the County Fire Association and former President. not let evil triumph. cowardly attacks, and provide the necessary He also serves as Chief Deputy Fire Marshall To the victims and to the friends and fami- resources to both New York and Washington, for the state of Delaware. Jim’s devotion and lies of those who have perished, I want you to DC to aid in the recovery and assist these dedication to fire prevention was acknowl- know that your country—your American fam- families. edged when he was recognized as ‘‘Firemen ily—is praying for you and shares this burden We will work to identify those responsible of the Year’’ in 1969. with you. for these acts of savagery and bring them to Julia Mast has also played a critical role in To those responsible for the unspeakable justice. We will also, as the President has keeping our communities safe through her horrors our country has endured, I say to you: mentioned, hold those groups or states that work in the Ladies Auxiliary of the DVFA. Julia You should not sleep another night peacefully, harbor these cowards responsible for what has served as a member since 1959, a tribute you should not eat another meal without look- has occurred. to her devotion and commitment. She is a

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To Tuesday, September 11, 2001 ily and Julia Mast has done a praiseworthy job further demonstrate that she is a well rounded of keeping this tradition going. person, Robbie has lettered for two years on Mrs. THURMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am here James L. Cubbage, Jr. and Julia Mast are the school’s track team, is a district champion today to pay tribute to the remarkable students both exemplary models of commitment and in hurdles and will be co-valedictorian of her and faculty of West Hernando Middle School. excellence and valuable members of the Dela- Senior class next spring. West Hernando Middle is located in Hernando ware community. I salute James L. Cubbage, County, Florida which is one of the fastest Such a rich menu of accomplishments has Jr. and Julia Mast for their efforts to keep the growing counties in the state and the nation. not gone unnoticed at the national level. Delaware Volunteer Firemen’s Association and The faculty at West Hernando Middle works Robbie was just chosen to be the Co-Chair of Ladies Auxiliary a strong and vital part of extremely hard to serve students with highly the Executive Board of the National Associa- Delaware. diverse educational needs, with 23% of its stu- tion of Student Councils, a position in which f dents receiving Exceptional Student Education she represents seven states. As a member of services ranging from Educational Alternative THE HORRIFIC ACTIONS OF the national board, she also participates in Treatment classes for gifted students. TERRORISTS setting national goals for student councils and In 1995, West Hernando resembled many directing those activities as co-chair. other middle schools in the district. It was hin- HON. JOHN LINDER It is clear that this young lady is motivated dered with problems such as overcrowding OF GEORGIA and focused. Part of her commitment is seen and poor socioeconomic conditions and it be- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in a personal habit of keeping a list of her came evident that change was needed. In that goals with her everywhere she goes. Robbie same year, Ken Pritz was appointed the new Tuesday, September 11, 2001 has to update the list every six months! Our principal of the school. Along with their new Mr. LINDER. Mr. Speaker, when the prayers country would benefit if more could achieve principal, students at West Hernando Middle are said; when the tears are dried; when the their goals as quickly and stay as committed received a new approach to learning. This bodies are buried—we must go on remem- and focused as Miss Rader. new approach was founded on the shared vi- bering. Always. sion of the staff that, ‘‘We at West Hernando The war against terrorism has been casually Robbie has benefitted from a supportive Middle believe that all students can and will engaged for nearly thirty years. Now we must family and caring teachers who have encour- learn.’’ get serious and win it. aged and guided her along the path of learn- Building on this vision, Ann Bristol, the There are only two sides in this war, ours ing and achievement. Robbie continues to graphic arts instructor at the school, came up and the enemy’s. To those who believe that work relentlessly toward her goals, earning the with the theme known as ‘‘Dream Extreme.’’ there is a neutral ground we must say that you respect of classmates and teachers. It is a Ms. Bristol, a teacher known for her infectious are on the side of the enemy and we will pun- testament to the strength of her character that enthusiasm and ability to motivate, encour- ish you. To those who believe that they can despite all of her accomplishments, her teach- aged her students to learn by creating many quietly harbor and help the terrorists we must ers still praise her as ‘‘humble.’’ different exciting activities. Her unique teach- say that you are the enemy and our military Robbie Rader is leadership in action. It is a ing methods soon spread throughout the will bring you to your knees. To those who comfort to know that young people such as school, consuming the faculty and students. commit these acts we must say that we will Robbie are preparing themselves today to our ‘‘Dream Extreme’’ became reality when in find you and kill you. future leaders. I know that my Colleagues join the 1998–99 school year the sixth-grade Gem- America has been changed forever through me in commending Robbie for her national of- ini Team accepted a challenge to build an 87- this tragedy. If falls upon us to rebuild the con- fice and her commitment to excellence in her foot wooden foot bridge over a water retention fidence in our society that great nations will personal life. area adjacent to the school. Students began not cower, that you will be safe again, that using the Internet as well as cable television freedom works! f technology to research and implement the de- f sign and construction of the bridge. The ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES project, known as ‘‘Bridging the Gap in Edu- TRIBUTE TO ROBERTA ‘‘ROBBIE’’ cation,’’ was a huge success and the bridge RADER was honored as the cover story for the March HON. F. JAMES SENSENBRENNER, JR. 2000 issue of Cable in the Classroom. The HON. ROY BLUNT entire project was evidence that the trans- OF WISCONSIN OF MISSOURI formation of abstract knowledge to an actual IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES applied and concrete learning process had indeed ‘‘bridged the gap in education.’’ Tuesday, September 11, 2001 Tuesday, September 11, 2001 During the 1999–2000 academic year, the Mr. BLUNT. Mr. Speaker, all too often in the Gemini Team embarked on a second project, Mr. SENSENBRENNER. Mr. Speaker, Sep- news, the only young people we hear about equally as interesting, just as difficult and even are those who are in trouble for one reason or tember 11, 2001, is a date that will forever be more ambitious than the first. Working along- another. It is an honor today to rise and share etched in our memories as a day our very way side the Southwest Florida Water Manage- with my Colleagues information about an out- of life was attacked. These acts of cowardice ment District, students began researching the standing young woman in my district who took the lives of innocent souls away from process of xeriscaping (a form of landscaping demonstrates exemplary character and leader- their families and friends. My thoughts and involving drought resistant vegetation) as well ship skills in her Southwest Missouri school prayers go out to the families who lost loved as the compatibility of various species of and community. ones and my thanks go out to all of the emer- plants and animals for the construction of a This exceptional young leader is Roberta gency personnel who risked their lives to save 60x40x30-foot aviary to be placed in the cen- Rader, or ‘‘Robbie’’ as everyone in Mount others. ter of the school grounds. Students then se- Vernon, Missouri knows her. In many ways The perpetrators believe that our weakness lected the appropriate plant life and ground she is just a typical teenager in her senior is our freedom. They are so wrong. This will cover native to the region in order to recreate year at Mount Vernon High School. But at the unite our country and they will soon know that a natural habitat for tropical birds which would same time, this typical teen is doing extraor- freedom is our greatest strength. We should live in the aviary. By actively involving the stu- dinary things. Robbie is active in Student support President Bush and we should expedi- dents, the faculty at West Hernando Middle Council where she serves as the Community tiously make available all necessary means so School provided their students with a better Service Chair. Because of her personal com- that justice can be carried out. God Bless understanding of environmental concepts. The mitment she has helped build houses through America. students have enjoyed the hard work involved

VerDate 112000 05:53 Sep 13, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.005 pfrm04 PsN: E11PT1 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1629 with building and maintaining the aviary. In At the age of ninety-nine, Cole is the oldest says. ‘‘I heard her say it. And he didn’t sell fact, they are so proud of their accomplish- certified pilot in the nation. For over half a it.’’ ment that they provide tours. West Hernando century, Cole sat side by side in the cockpit The transaction happened almost by chance, when local veterinarian Lynn Fer- sixth graders contact elementary schools, set with his wife Mildred, soaring in one of the six guson, whose grandparents had flown with up dates and times, conduct tours, and actu- planes he has owned. Flying safely at any age the Kugels, called to talk flying. Ferguson ally teach younger students about the impor- is a challenge. To have done it for as long as had offered to buy the plane three years ear- tance of the environment in our lives. Cole has is truly an accomplishment. Cole lier, but Kugel, citing his wife’s admonition, The imagination and determination of West began flying in 1929 and never once crashed had declined. Hernando Middle School has not stopped or even damaged a plane. But in May, as Mildred’s health failed in a there. Students and faculty are currently work- Many people might say that flying for over nursing home—and Kugel would go nowhere ing on a ‘‘Birds and Beyond‘‘ unit which in- seventy years without a scratch to show for it without his flying partner—Ferguson found is just plain lucky. I’m told that while luck that things had changed. volves students in plant and bird care as well ‘‘He said, ‘Maybe we ought to take it up as developing a market for the sale of young might keep you flying, it is good judgment that and see if you like it,’‘‘ Ferguson says. They birds raised in the aviary. The project also is brings you home at the end of the day. Cole struck a deal just days before Mildred died. meant to serve as an adoption agency for un- Kugel has been blessed with an abundance of Kugel has tried not to dwell too much on wanted birds. Other projects undertaken by good judgment. For over seventy years he has the sale of the Cessna and the larger loss the Gemini Team included an iguana habitat used his head to safely bring back every plane that accompanied it. But he takes some sol- and a prairie dog encounter. he has taken off in. Today, he continues to ace in the fact that the plane will remain The success of the Gemini Team has in- use that judgment. He has said that when his nearby, where he can still go see it. spired other teams such as the Saturn Team certificate comes up for renewal by the FAA And a stipulation in the sale agreement provides that he be allowed to take it up and the seventh grade Navigator Team to un- this year, he probably will not renew it. To will- next March 14—‘‘if I’m still here’’—on his dertake such projects as a butterfly garden en- ingly walk away from something you love 100th birthday. circling a 2,500 gallon koi fish pond. That when you realize that you may not be able to The FAA requires a physical exam every project increases student knowledge of do it like you used to I believe is the epitome two years for medical certification for a drought tolerant plants and water consump- of good judgment. I applaud Cole for loving third-class pilot’s license, and some minor tion. The garden has been dedicated to the flying so much yet still walking away from it vision trouble with one eye gives Kugel memory of a former West Hernando student while he is on top. pause, although he doesn’t think that would whose life was taken by a drunk driver. A new Mr. Speaker, I am attaching an article about necessarily keep him from passing the exam. Cole from a recent edition of the Denver Post. ‘‘But as old as I am, maybe I ought not to hoop greenhouse supplies plants and bushes be flying anyway,’’ he says. ‘‘I feel com- used to landscape the campus and there are I ask my colleagues to join me in saluting this petent, but as you get older, everything plans to implement a working nursery to teach heroic individual and to wish him a safe land- about you gets out of order and slows down. entrepreneurship and economics. Through ing wherever the winds shall take him. And a plane is an expensive item to have sit- other projects, students can learn about hydro- OLDEST U.S. PILOT FACES END OF ERA ting around and not use it.’’ ponic gardening and aqua farming. A group of (By Kevin Simpson) If he doesn’t get recertified, he said, he’ll still take his century flight with Ferguson. seventh graders is constructing a live coral Monday, September 10, 2001— Kugel embraced aviation as a young man for reef and the eighth grade Voyager Team has LONGMONT—Throughout the rambling the most prosaic of reasons: ‘‘Because I house where Cole Kugel lives alone, air- designed and constructed a memorial garden wanted to go someplace.’’ in memory of children who died in the Holo- planes still take flight—images in photo- In 1943, Kugel and his wife left their Okla- caust. graphs, models on pedestals, even a replica homa farm to farm cheap land near This innovative approach to teaching has constructed entirely of 7-Up cans that dan- Longmont. He remained a farmer most of his gles from a perch on the patio. life, resuming the flights of fancy that had carried over from academics to the physical But Kugel let go of the plane he cared for been grounded by the Depression. He bought education department as well. The department most—the single-engine Cessna Skylane his first plane in 1946, 17 years after he now offers alternative activities, such as the hangared at nearby Vance Brand Airport— learned to fly in an open-cockpit biplane. design and construction of a 25x100-foot last spring, just about the same time he lost Over the years, he owned six before selling climbing wall, a mountain bike trail and a the bigger love of his life, his wife, Mildred. Together, the events signaled the end of an the Cessna. kayaking program. ‘‘I never busted one up,’’ Kugel says. ‘‘I era. Ken Pritz, along with his assistant principals, miss it, but maybe it’s better.’’ Mary Krabel and Joseph Clifford, and the rest Kugel, who at 99 is the oldest certified pilot in America—and one of only 30 over the Rempel tries to put it in perspective. of the faculty at West Hernando Middle age of 90, according to the Federal Aviation ‘‘When a guy goes to 99 before he sells his School, firmly believe that the instructional Administration—figures that maybe he has plane, and still has his physical certifi- changes which they have implemented have soared long enough. The man who helped lay cation, he’s done pretty well,’’ he says. ‘‘At had a profound influence on the students. down the gravel that formed the city’s first this point, I’d have to say Cole represents the goal we’d all like to attain in terms of They have witnessed an increase in knowl- airstrip may not try to renew his certification when it expires in a few weeks. longevity and mental acuity. He’s alone at edge and enthusiasm that could not have the top.’’ been imagined at the outset of ‘‘Dream Ex- And he sold the plane emblazoned with the registration 29CM. f treme.’’ The results are evident. West ‘‘Twenty-nine Charlie-Mike,’’ Kugel says Hernando Middle School students have shown wistfully, echoing the words he’d radio to TRIBUTE TO LUCY CARLTON a lower failure rate, lower retention rate and the airport tower. ‘‘But the letters really fewer disciplinary problems as a result of inno- meant Cole and Mildred.’’ HON. ZOE LOFGREN vative changes in the school’s instructional As early members of a group of aviation OF CALIFORNIA methods. enthusiasts called the Colorado Flying Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring Farmers, they sat side by side in the cockpit IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for more than half a century before a succes- Tuesday, September 11, 2001 West Hernando Middle School for its excep- sion of strokes finally took her in June at tional and creative efforts to connect students age 97. Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to with important learning experiences. The ‘‘It just indicates that plane was their congratulate Los Altos Police Chief Lucy school’s clear commitment to enhancing the baby,’’ says Warren Rempel, who has known Carlton, who will be retiring on September 28, quality of education for all of its students is the couple for 40 years. ‘‘They were in the 2001 after 32 years of service. Chief Carlton really making a significant difference. flying game together. Then came the day she couldn’t get out anymore. And he said if she began her law enforcement career in 1969 f couldn’t go, then he wouldn’t be doing a lot with the Milpitas Police Department. Chief TRIBUTE TO COLE KUGEL of it either.’’ Carlton served in a variety of assignments, Mildred never was certified, but took which included Patrol, Criminal Investigation enough lessons to know how to put the plane and Community Relations. HON. MARK UDALL down safely if anything ever happened to her Lucy Carlton was the first female in the or- OF COLORADO husband in mid-flight. In the last year and a ganization to be assigned to patrol duty and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES half, though, her health declined to the point during her tenure, promoted through the ranks Tuesday, September 11, 2001 where she could no longer take her accustomed seat in the Cessna. to Police Captain in 1988. In 1991, Ms. Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I ‘‘She told him on many occasions, ‘‘Don’t Carlton was appointed Chief of Police for the would like today to pay tribute to Cole Kugel. you sell that plane until I’m gone,’‘‘ Rempel City of Los Altos, becoming the second

VerDate 112000 05:53 Sep 13, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.010 pfrm04 PsN: E11PT1 E1630 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 11, 2001 woman in the State of California to serve as BIPARTISAN PATIENT care provided’ or ‘any treatment decision a Chief of Police for a municipality. Chief PROTECTION ACT made’. . . as such, it would appear to fore- Carlton has been a trailblazer throughout her close, for example, a contribution or indemnity career, breaking the ‘‘glass ceiling’’ for every SPEECH OF claim by a group health plan or health insur- one of her promotions. Lucy Carlton’s efforts HON. W.J. ‘‘BILLY’’ TAUZIN ance issuer for negligent treatment by a physi- have paved the road, so that others might fol- OF LOUISIANA cian or hospital which was the sole cause of low. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a patient’s injury. . . ’’ (emphasis added) The Congressional Budget Office Cost Esti- Police Chief Carlton holds a Bachelor of Thursday, August 2, 2001 mate of H.R. 2563 states ‘‘. . . It would pre- Arts Degree in Administration of Criminal Jus- vent any recovery by plans from doctors or tice from San Jose State University and has The House in Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union had under hospitals resulting from medical mal- completed graduate work in Public Administra- consideration the bill (H.R. 2563) to amend practice. . . ’’ (emphasis added). A memo- tion at California State University, Hayward. the Public Health Service Act, the Employee randum from the Congressional Research also holds a lifetime Teaching Credential from Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and Service further confirms this point. It says: the State of California and has taught classes the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to protect ‘‘. . . This language appears to supersede all at San Jose State University, and Evergreen, consumers in managed care plans and other causes of action under state law, arising from health coverage: Gavilan, San Jose City and Chabot Colleges. state statutory or common Ms. Carlton has lectured throughout the Mr. TAUZIN. Mr. Chairman, the Ganske- law. . . Presumably, causes of action for re- United States in the field of adult and child Dingell bill does not guarantee a right to sue covery, indemnity or contribution arising from sexual abuse investigation. During her assign- for patients. Indeed, the bill makes it difficult a contract between the health plan and the ment in the investigation bureau, she was cer- for states to create or maintain a cause of ac- physician would also be superseded. . . ’’ tified as an expert witness in the area of child tion because such causes of action must meet (emphasis added) sexual abuse. pages of very complicated requirements. A The CRS memorandum continues: State could, in the future, pass a law con- ‘‘. . . Based on this preemption, health plans Lucy Carlton is the past chair of the Santa sistent with these many requirements. Until or health insurance issuers providing health in- Clara County Domestic Violence Council, the they did so, however, patients who were surance coverage would not be able to seek Santa Clara County Police Chiefs Association harmed may have no recourse for damages at contribution from a treating physician or hos- and the Administration of Justice Foundation all. The preemption language under Ganske- pital for damages incurred as a result of [a] at San Jose State University. Ms. Carlton has Dingell is so fraught with ambiguity that it may cause of action brought against the plans pur- served on the board of the California Peace take decades to determine whether patients in suant to the provisions of this legislation or Officers’ Association and currently serves on certain states even have a cause of action under common law based upon the quality of the board of the California Police Chiefs’ As- and can hold HMO’s responsible for neg- care received. Nor would they be able to re- sociation. During her career, Chief Carlton has ligence. cover costs incurred in the form of benefits worked on a number of Peace Officer Stand- Professor Larry Alexander, Warren Distin- paid due to the negligence of a treating health ards and Training (POST) projects, which re- guished Professor at the University of San care professional or hospital. . . (emphasis sulted in the development of training guide- Diego Law School, has reviewed the bill and added) lines for officers in the area of sexual assault concludes: ‘‘. .. state common law is quite un- It is for these and other policy reasons that and child abuse investigations. She also likely to contain these specific features, and I support the Norwood Amendment as a better served on the Department of Justice task state judges are unlikely to possess the au- liability proposal. force, which developed State guidelines for thority to read them without legislative assent f the implementation of Megan’s Law. . . . Professor Alexander also states that the literal reading of the provisions of the bill ap- THE SOLIDARITY FLAG Lucy Carlton has mentored dozens of men pear to be ‘‘. . . an attempt to directly impose RESOLUTION and women preparing for entry into law en- Federal conditions on state law . . .’’ without forcement, as well as those preparing for pro- offering state governments a choice. Professor HON. JO ANN EMERSON motional exams. In 1998 she assisted in the Alexander states such a reading would be a OF MISSOURI development of a series of classes for both Constitutional problem. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES men and women on the subject of Women’s Professor A.J. Bellia of Notre Dame Law Tuesday, September 11, 2001 Issues in Law Enforcement. Chief Carlton has School in a letter dated August 1, 2001 re- taught in the program since its inception. viewed the Ganske-Dingell approach and stat- Mrs. EMERSON. Mr. Speaker, today, the ed: ‘‘. . . H.R. 2563 raises substantial con- men and women of the United States are fac- Lucy Carlton has volunteered hundreds of ing a tragic loss. But in that adversity we see hours to the Milpitas-Berryessa YMCA and stitutional issues. I anticipate, that if enacted, these provisions will spawn significant con- men, women, and children who possess an served on their board for eight years. In 1995 unbreakable, unwavering, and unshakable she was named their volunteer of the year. stitutional litigation .... He cites several courts and several reasons for these findings. spirit and a commitment to preserving freedom She also serves on the advisory boards of and democracy, said Emerson. So, in a uni- WATCH (a transitional housing program for The Ganske-Dingell approach also forces employers, plans and issuers to follow con- fied show of support, Congress is asking that battered women and their children) and the flicting definitions, rules, and standards of con- for the next 30 days everyone, in every com- Support Network for Battered Women. In duct. The resulting uncertainty and litigation munity across America, fly their American 1990, she was named ‘‘Woman of the Year’’ will not help patients, will drive costs, and will flags. Whether it is at home, work, in public by former Assemblywoman Delaine Eastin and increase the number of uninsured. buildings, schools, or places of worship, this is honored for her outstanding service and dedi- As drafted, the Ganske-Dingell bill also pre- a symbolic gesture to remember those individ- cation to the people of the State of California. empts State law to reduce liability for negligent uals who have been lost and to show the soli- In 1996, the Women’s’ Fund of Santa Clara or reckless conduct by health professionals darity, resolve, and strength of the greatest County and the San Jose Mercury News hon- and treating hospitals. That means reducing nation on earth—the United States of America. ored her as a ‘‘Woman of Achievement’’ in the the liability for health care professionals who f category of Public Service. In 1998 she was issue faulty diagnoses, leave an instrument in honored as a ‘‘Distinguished Alumni’’ from San JOYCE MESKIS—A CHAMPION OF during surgery, or inject the wrong medicine. Jose State University’s Department of Admin- INTELLECTUAL FREEDOM Indeed, virtually any medical error would be istration of Justice. The Los Altos Kiwanis shielded from a state cause of action where Club honored her last year as their 2000 HON. MARK UDALL employers or the plan seek recovery or con- ‘‘Kiwanian of the Year.’’ OF COLORDAO tribution. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Police Chief Lucy Carlton has been a valu- The Department of Justice (DOJ), Congres- able asset to the State of California and to our sional Budget Office (CBO) and Congressional Tuesday, September 11, 2001 district. Though her commitment and dedica- Research Service (CRS) all confirm this inter- Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise tion will be sorely missed, I am grateful to her pretation. A DOJ memorandum dated July 25, today to pay tribute to Joyce Meskis. for her years of service and wish her the best 2001 states: ‘‘. . . This provision is broadly Owner of Denver’s famous Tattered Cover in the next phase of her life. drafted to apply to claims arising out of ‘any Bookstores, Joyce is an ardent supporter of

VerDate 112000 05:53 Sep 13, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.013 pfrm04 PsN: E11PT1 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1631 reading and literacy and a strong defender of When the Tattered Cover offers controver- I, along with many others, thank her for her intellectual freedom. She has served as presi- sial books, it loses customers. ‘‘Perma- years of service to the State of California and dent of the Colorado Citizens Against Censor- nently,’’ Meskis emphasizes. Critics accuse to our District. ship, was a founder of the American Book- her of seeking profit at the expense of mor- als. Meskis said she has found, ‘‘When we f sellers Foundation for Free Expression, and a have a controversial author, there’s a far leader in the National Coalition Against Cen- RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE MEDI- greater likelihood’’ that offended customers CARE PRESCRIPTION DISCOUNT sorship. will never return. Meskis also worries about Her leadership in this area now has been the shrinking harbor for ideas outside the CARD PROGRAM recognized by her receipt of the National Intel- mainstream. In the closing of a ‘‘Dear Read- lectual Freedom Award given by the National er’’ letter to customers, Meskis makes this HON. STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES Council of Teachers of English. declaration: ‘‘I increasingly wonder how will OF OHIO we ever continue to be a viable bookstore A strong supporter of the freedoms that are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES guaranteed to all of us by the Constitution’s presenting the variety of books and authors First Amendment, Joyce recognizes how these that, in their diversity, strengthen our de- Tuesday, September 11, 2001 mocracy in the debate of ideas. I worry that freedoms make our democracy great. She is all of these forces may interfere with our Mrs. JONES of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, Where- an outstanding American who has dedicated freedom to read, and faster than a lightening as, President George W. Bush unveiled his herself to ensuring that intellectual freedom bolt, zap away the soul of our First Amend- principles for Medicare reform on July 12, and diversity will continue to enrich our lives ment, thereby diminishing our democratic 2001; and and the lives of our children. Her contributions society.’’ Whereas, under the program, Medicare have been well summarized in the words of f beneficiaries would be able to purchase Medi- Carol Edmonds Sullivan, a professor at the care-endorsed prescription drug discount Colorado School of Mines who nominated TRIBUTE TO JUDY EVANS cards with access to lower cost drugs at the Joyce for the National Intellectual Freedom point of sale; and Award: ‘‘Bookseller Joyce Meskis is nurturing HON. ZOE LOFGREN Whereas, the Program was conceived by a democracy’s vital need for access to books, OF CALIFORNIA select group of pharmacy benefit management even unpopular ones.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES companies without the deliberation of the larg- Mr. Speaker, I am attaching an article on er pharmacy community; and Joyce that recently ran in the Denver Post and Tuesday, September 11, 2001 Whereas, Community pharmacies will bear ask my colleagues to join me in this tribute. Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to the greatest financial burden for this Program [From the Denver Post, September 2, 2001] congratulate Judy Evans, who for the past thir- to discount prescription drugs; and (By Carl Edmonds Sullivan) ty-three years served as the Executive Direc- Whereas, drug manufactures account for Confronted a year ago by five police offi- tor of Friends Outside National Organization. nearly 80% of the cost of prescription drugs cers expecting to execute a search warrant Judy Evans retired as of July 1, 2001. sold in the U.S. but will bear very little of the for the purchasing records of one of her Friends Outside National Organization pro- financial burden created by this Program; and bookstore customers, Denver’s Tattered vides parenting education programs and case Whereas, The Program does not provide Cover owner Joyce Meskis refused access to management services in all 33 California state seniors with access to prescription drugs or the store’s files, on behalf of the First Amendment rights of her customers. prisons. Under Judy Evans’ leadership Friends the pharmacist’s professional services; and Later, she wrote her customers a ‘‘Dear Outside National Organization has grown to a Whereas, seniors take more prescription Reader’’ letter, admitting that, ‘‘When you $3.9 million dollar agency with 139 employees. drugs than any other population group in the get served, or even threatened with a sub- Over 9,000 children and 21,000 adults receive U.S. and need the accessibility and expertise poena or search warrant, it’s pretty scary.’’ services at their prison visitor centers each of their community pharmacist; and Meskis and her bookstore, which she pur- month. Whereas, peer-reviewed research has dem- chased in 1974, have consistently protected Judy was instrumental in developing an in- onstrated that discount programs have been readers’ rights by offering a diversity of materials and author events ‘‘without preju- novative family reunification partnership with proven not to be effective; and dice.’’ In other words, she explains, ‘‘We can- the San Francisco Department of Human Whereas, The Program is not insurance not abrogate our responsibility to the First Services. Through this program, Friends Out- coverage nor will it provide drug coverage to Amendment, which we believe to be the cor- side National staff members are able to facili- those millions of seniors who cannot currently nerstone of our democratic tradition and of tate successful reunifications between incar- afford even inexpensive prescription drugs; our bookstore. And make no mistake, it is cerated parents and their children in conjunc- and just as much a censorial act to prevent an tion with county social workers. These children Whereas, the Program promotes the under author signing because one doesn’t like the are all in foster care or kinship placement. The utilization of generic drugs, heavy use of mail view of the author as it would be if the book were disallowed on the shelf.’’ goal is to assist the birth parent, whenever ap- order, and limits senior citizens to the option In October 2000, Denver District Judge Ste- propriate, to regain physical custody after re- of only one drug per therapeutic class; phen Phillips ruled that Meskis was obli- lease, with the ongoing support of social serv- Therefore be it resolved, that the National gated to turn over her purchase records to ices. This program directs resources to where Pharmaceutical Association representing all of law enforcement officials. Meskis appealed they can be used most effectively: to the fam- America’s minority pharmacists at its House of the ruling to the Colorado Supreme Court, ily. Delegates assembly during the 54h Annual where it is still pending. Meskis’ love of Judy Evans has mentored a generation of Meeting July 20–24, 2001 in Cleveland, Ohio reading is rooted in her childhood, when, she says, ‘‘I read my way through the library.’’ social service professionals who continue the joins other national pharmacy associations in One can readily picture her as Roald Dahl’s difficult work of counseling families caught up opposing the Prescription Drug Discount Card Matilda, particularly in the fourth grade in the criminal justice system. Her example will program as presently composed and urges the when an adult (whom she declines to iden- serve as an inspiration, not only to them, but President of the United States, the Secretary tify) told her she couldn’t read a particular to all of us. of the Department of Health and Human Serv- book since it was for adults, not children. Previous to her Executive Director position ices, and the Administrator of the Center for ‘‘But my mother wouldn’t mind,’’ she pro- at Friends Outside National, Judy served as Medicare and Medicaid Services to imme- tested. That was among the earliest of Meskis’ in- the Santa Clara County chapter’s Executive diately revisit this flawed and potentially un- defatigable efforts to protest actions that Director for ten years, as well as its Director constitutional Program; and would muzzle intellectual freedom. When she of Family Services for twelve years. Addition- Be it further resolved, that the Secretary of was a young woman working at the Littleton ally, Judy has served the community through HHS appoint a blue ribbon committee con- Public Library, a parent chastised her be- the YMCA, Correctional Institutions Chap- sisting of all facets of the national pharmacy cause Meskis recommended Margaret Mead’s laincy, Justice System Advisory Board, The community to study this issue and make rec- ‘‘Coming of Age in Samoa’’ to a teenager. Women’s Fund and the Association of United ommendations to solve America’s pressing Meskis has organized or led various coali- Way Executives. issue of prescription drug coverage for those tions to assert intellectual freedom—including her service as president of the Colorado Judy has received awards of recognition by Americans over the age of 65; and finally Citizens Against Censorship, a founder of the the Pathway Society, California Association of Be it resolved that a copy of this Resolution American Booksellers Foundation for Free Marriage and Family Therapists, California De- be forwarded to the President, Secretary of Expression, and a leader in the National Coa- partment of Corrections and the Community HHS, Administrator of CMMS, and all the na- lition Against Censorship. Alliance Program for Ex-Offenders. tional pharmacy organizations.

VerDate 112000 05:53 Sep 13, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.018 pfrm04 PsN: E11PT1 E1632 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 11, 2001 THE BUDGET APPROVING EXTENSION OF NON- University of Colorado is also a school for the DISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT people of Colorado. She travels tirelessly WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCERS around the state to ‘‘bring CU back to the peo- HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN OF THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF ple of Colorado.’’ She has quickly gained the VIETNAM support of the people of our state in her en- OF RHODE ISLAND deavors. Governor Owens says, ‘‘She’s been IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEECH OF very good at representing the university around the state. I give her an A plus.’’ She Tuesday, September 11, 2001 HON. MIKE ROSS OF ARKANSAS is also supported by state legislators on both Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sides of the aisle and by members of the Col- express my frustration with the state of the orado congressional delegation. Thursday, September 6, 2001 Under Betsy’s leadership, I have no doubt budget. Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, the catfish industry that CU will become the world class university As we all know, during August recess, the is an important part of the economy of my she is steering it toward. I am including an ar- Congressional Budget Office announced that congressional district that covers all of south ticle about her that was recently published in the federal government will tap $29 billion Arkansas. Thirty-six states either produce or the Denver Post. Mr. Speaker, I ask for my from the Medicare Trust Fund and $9 billion process farm-raised catfish, with Arkansas colleagues to join me in praising the work of from the Social Security Trust Fund to pay for being the third largest producer in the nation. a visionary and an educator. government operations in this year alone, and The catfish farmers in my district and across [From the Denver Post, September 2, 2001] America are being hurt by the unfair practice another $30 billion from Social Security and CU CHIEF EARNS FANS, HIGH MARKS of ‘‘so-called’’ catfish from Vietnam being $170 billion from Medicare over the next five HOFFMAN’S FIRST YEAR BRINGS RECORD dumped into our markets and sold as ‘‘farm- years. This grim scenario will occur without a FUNDRAISING, LOFTY GOALS raised’’ catfish. (By Dave Curtin) single dime of additional spending, despite the Last year, imports of Vietnamese catfish to- ever-increasing need to fund critical priorities taled 7 million pounds, more than triple the 2 The glow of a 10-inch TV illuminates the like defense and education. Nor will we be darkened office of University of Colorado million pounds imported in 1999 and more President Betsy Hoffman at 8:15 on a rainy able to deliver on our promise of a com- than 12 times the 575,000 pounds imported in Thursday morning. She’s trying to decide prehensive prescription drug benefit for Medi- 1998. In Vietnam, these so-called catfish, also which of four infomercials she likes best to care without dipping into Social Security and known as ‘‘basa,’’ can be produced at a much tout CU before 35 million football viewers. Medicare. And perhaps worst of all, the long- lower cost due to cheap labor and less strin- As Hoffman enters her second year as CU’s awaited opportunity to finally pay down our na- gent environmental regulations. In fact, many president, she’s looking for a commercial that sets the tone for the CU she dreams of— tional debt has been squandered. of these fish are grown in floating cages in the Mekong River, exposing the fish to pollutants a school that is among the top three public universities in the nation. The CBO estimates represent the most ob- and other conditions. They are then dumped jective and accurate budget projections avail- Hoffman’s first year was record-setting for into American markets and often marketed as CU in private gift-giving, federal research in- able. Today, these projections show that the farm-raised catfish. come and state capital construction funding. Bush tax cut, which disproportionately favors Vietnam says they are taking the necessary She’s worked to improve faculty salaries. the most affluent citizens, combined with the steps to fix the problem of mislabeling and She’s received bipartisan support in the leg- slowing economy have eliminated virtually the dumping. However, this problem is not new islature—a feat skeptics said a rookie presi- and has been discussed with Vietnam for sev- dent would struggle mightily to accomplish. entire surplus—the surplus that at one point ‘‘There’s no way I could have ended up in offered us the rare chance to tackle major ini- eral years. We have yet to see any results to show that they are truly addressing this issue. a better place than here,’’ she says. ‘‘This is tiatives like improving education, making pre- the luck of the draw and I came out on top. America is a country founded on the prin- To be the president of CU is one of the great- scription drugs affordable for our nation’s el- ciples of fairness and good faith, but Vietnam derly and paying down the national debt. By est opportunities in this country.’’ must still prove that their actions are, indeed, Every school in the Big 12 Conference gets enacting an irresponsible $1.7 trillion tax cut in good faith. They must stop the dumping of a free 30-second spot to promote themselves we have ensured that CEOs get a tax break this so-called catfish into America’s markets during televised sporting events. while their employees get pink slips, students and allow our catfish farmers to have the level Hoffman wanted something other than the are forced to learn in crumbling schools, sen- playing field that they deserve. Therefore, I do usual students in labs with test tubes. So the not support extending trade relations to Viet- infomercial features a technical climber on a iors face skyrocketincy drug prices, and the rock wall. A creek rushes below. The first current workforce is left to wonder whether nam at this time. version proudly brags of CU’s Fulbright and Social Security will be there for them when f Rhodes scholars and Nobel Prize winner. they retire. Hoffman balks. TRIBUTE TO ELIZABETH HOFFMAN ‘‘We want to recruit students and their When I was elected to Congress, I promised parents—not scholars—in this spot,’’ she my constituents that I would protect the Social HON. MARK UDALL says. Security and Medicare Trust Funds. And I was OF COLORADO In one version Hoffman concludes by saying, ‘‘Come join us.’’ But when it was test- not alone. Over one hundred of my colleagues IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES marketed on employees some complained have co-sponsored legislation that would pre- Tuesday, September 11, 2001 that ‘‘it sounds like she’s asking you to join vent Congress from spending the Social Secu- Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise a cult,’’ an aide offers. Hoffman laughs. ‘‘Oh, rity and Medicare surpluses, and this chamber give me a break!’’ she says. It’s the first 10 today to pay tribute to Elizabeth Hoffman, minutes of an 11-hour day. has voted seven times in the past three years President of the University of Colorado. As 8:30–10 a.m. to establish lockboxes for these funds. Betsy enters her second year on the job, I can proudly say that CU is well on its way to ful- Vice presidents’ meeting, president’s of- Past and present adi-ninistrations made the fice: Seven people, including four vice presi- very same pledge to not touch these vital trust filling her vision of becoming one of the top dents and the treasurer, gather around a con- ftinds, We must honor our promises by ac- three public research universities in the coun- ference table in Hoffman’s quaint cottage of- knowledging that the economy is slowing and try. fice in Boulder. During her first year in office, CU has set working together to find a solution to the budg- Hoffman runs a cordial meeting. She pokes records in private gift giving, federal research fun at one person’s microscopic handwriting. et crisis that is fair, and based on an honest, income and state capitol construction funding. ‘‘Students at the California Institute of realistic budget. It has become clear that rely- One of these gifts, a $250 million donation, is Technology compete to see who can get an ing on tax relief to the exclusion of all other the largest gift ever to a public university. This entire semester’s notes on one page,’’ she priorities is not the answer. Let us find a better says. ‘‘They write bigger than this.’’ She’s donation allowed for the creation of a CU insti- ribbing chief of staff J.D. Beatty, one of a way before it Is too late. tute that will help twenty million Americans handful of her new recruits this year. with cognitive disabilities. That light-heartedness is typical of Hoff- In addition to her drive to make CU a world man. Recently before a regent’s meeting, the class university, Betsy Hoffman knows that the 6-foot president doffed her high heels and

VerDate 112000 05:53 Sep 13, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.021 pfrm04 PsN: E11PT1 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1633 challenged the veeps and regents to a pick- Hoffman will film a 15-second welcoming in the exclusive Flatirons Club, chatting up basketball game at the Coors Events Cen- video splashed across the 96-foot-wide screen with legislators, mingling with regents’ ter. Today, she’s left her shoes on. The brain at the new Mile High stadium that was to be guests and doing radio in the third quarter. trust meets routinely to review the discus- played during Saturday’s game against Colo- ‘‘And I would like to see the game,’’ she sion at the regents’ meeting a week earlier. rado State. She’ll also film a 30-second spot says. ‘‘It happens that I like football.’’ This time there had been a tense discussion for home games at Folsom. The filming must 1–2 p.m. among regents about offering health benefits be done today rain or shine, so they’ve set up Lunch in her office: Three catered salade to partners of gay employees. The debate has inside the athlete’s dining hall. ‘‘Her sched- nicoise costing $22.50 await the president and been ongoing for 15 years, but regents will ule is so wall-to-wall this has to be done two guests. Hoffman talks excitedly about vote on it again Thursday. now,’’ says Bob Nero, an assistant vice presi- her 10-year plan to catapult CU into the na- Hoffman keeps the meeting moving as talk dent who oversees Hoffman’s external relation’s top three public research universities. turns to Gov. Bill Owens’ new panel to study tions. ‘‘When people talk about Michigan, Wis- reorganizing state higher education. It’s the Hoffman has a film wardrobe of black and consin or Berkeley, I want them to talk third state-ordered study remapping Colo- gold hanging in the back seat of her Cadillac about CU,’’ she says. ‘‘Colorado is an after- rado’s higher-ed system in two years and STS donated by a Boulder dealership. thought on the national scene. We need to be Hoffman takes it very seriously. ‘‘I hope Rachel likes my outfit because I at the top.’’ ‘‘It’s extremely important that CU speaks don’t feel like dragging all my clothes in,’’ But is it realistic? in a single voice so the task force hears the she says. ‘‘Absolutely,’’ says Gov. Owens. ‘‘Even if same message from us,’’ Hoffman says. Rachel Dee is a contract stylist hired to she fails we might have the fourth or fifth At the east end of her office is a mahogany coordinate the president’s clothes, hair and best research university in the country. You desk. But she rarely uses it. Most of her makeup for the camera. have to strive mightily. And she does.’’ What work is done outside the office. A gold-plated On Hoffman’s short ride to the stadium, a will it take for CU to be among the nation’s plaque on the corner of the desk is etched call is broadcast over her car phone. It’s CU’s top three? with the names of all CU presidents since director of federal relations, Tanya Mares It will take each of CU’s four campuses in 1963, with the exception of CU’s 17th presi- Kelly, who splits time between Washington, Denver, Colorado Springs, Boulder and the dent, Judith Albino, who brought her own D.C., and Denver. ‘‘I want to make sure you Health Sciences Center at Fitzsimons to be desk. ‘‘Not me,’’ Hoffman says. ‘‘I wanted my heard that Bush will make his stem-cell an- nationally ranked on their strengths, Hoff- name on that plaque.’’ nouncement today. I’m guessing you’ll be man says. A 3-foot replica of a $250 million check is asked to comment,’’ Mares Kelly says. It will require CU to amass a $5 billion en- displayed on top of a book case. It marks Hoffman splashes into the dining hall dowment by 2010 (its current endowment is Hoffman’s crowning moment in her first damp but not drenched. ‘‘Can you restore $500 million) and $1 billion annually in feder- year: the largest gift ever to a public univer- me?’’ Hoffman asks Dee, as the stylist plops ally sponsored research, and to collect more sity. a pink beauty bib over her shoulders and than $1 billion by 2004 in a revamped private- The gift from software entrepreneurs Bill dabs at a tray of makeup. gifts campaign she’ll announce in November. and Claudia Coleman created a CU institute A 280-pound lineman fresh off of lunch In 10 years, all CU colleges and programs to help 20 million Americans with cognitive comes over to introduce himself. Then the should be named for donors who pay $25 mil- disabilities. president spies star running back Marcus lion to $50 million, Hoffman says. Hoffman boldly asked the California cou- Houston. ‘‘He better be fast because he’s not ‘‘Ten years from now,’’ she says, ‘‘I want ple, who are not CU alums, for the record that big,’’ Hoffman says. people to think of the CU Hospital like they gift, and it put CU in the national spotlight. Houston, wearing a T-shirt that reads ‘‘The think of the Mayo Clinic or Johns Hopkins.’’ In hindsight, she says, it was a risk. They Competition Starts Here,’’ comes over to 2–3:30 p.m. could have taken their money somewhere greet Hoffman. She tell him she’s just read Speech writing: Hoffman will give five else. an article in Reader’s Digest about his foun- speeches in four days in Gunnison, Alamosa ‘‘You have to take risks to be excellent. If dation for inner-city school kids, ‘‘Just Say and Denver. you take the safe route, you’ll remain medi- Know.’’ And Campbell has offered help with She doesn’t have jokes written into her ocre,’’ Hoffman says. ‘‘I had done my home- the foundation, which puts a smile on Hous- speeches. ‘‘I don’t read jokes well,’’ she says. work. I knew Bill liked bold approaches. ton’s face. Instead she spontaneously spices her talks That’s his M.O. And I knew they had a desire ‘‘Are you shooting some ‘‘Go Buffs’’ with personal anecdotes. to make a big impact.’’ Just before that, video?’’ he asks. ‘‘I’ll let you go back to She’ll come off the trail ride near Keystone Hoffman had surprised everyone at a CU being presidential.’’ on Sunday to give a noon speech to a com- Foundation dinner when she and her husband Dee wipes a spot off Hoffman’s black jack- munity group in Gunnison on Monday. announced they were donating $100,000 to CU. et. ‘‘Is there lipstick on my teeth?’’ Hoffman That’s followed by three talks in Alamosa on She’s the first president to make a six-figure asks. Tuesday and Wednesday. She’ll be in Denver donation, which represented more than a No. on Thursday to speak at the CUDenver con- third of her first-year salary of $285,000. She ‘‘Action! Camera!’’ says videographer vocation. recently received a 15 percent raise, bumping Shane Anthony. The three-day San Luis Valley trip is one her salary to $327,750. Hoffman, smiling on camera: ‘‘’’Everyone in a series of rural Colorado ‘‘community ‘‘I can’t ask anyone to make a significant in the CU family is delighted that you can tours’’ Hoffman initiated. When she became contribution to this university unless I’ve join us for the 2001 Rocky Mountain Show- president she vowed to ‘‘bring CU back to done so myself,’’ she said at the time. down!’’ the people of Colorado.’’ Rarely does she take a day off—and that 11:45 a.m.-l p.m. ‘‘She comes over to the Western Slope and includes weekends, her colleagues say. Most that’s played very well over here,’’ says state Meet with Athletic Director Dick Tharp at mornings she leaves the president’s residence Rep. Gayle Berry, R-Grand Junction. Folsom Stadium: Hoffman heads downstairs in Boulder at 7–6 if she has a breakfast meet- Hoffman’s goal when she took office was to to Tharp’s office for an update on CU’s $45 ing in Denver. And she has a late-night event meet Colorado’s federal delegation and all million stadium expansion—28 new luxury nearly every night. She had one evening off 101 state lawmakers before the legislature boxes and 1,950 club seats with views of the earlier in the week. She went grocery shop- convened in 2001. She came within five. Flatirons and scheduled to be ready for the ping. And bought a rain cover for a Sunday Still, some skeptics wondered how a rookie 2003 season. All but eight are sold for $50,000 trail ride organized by Sen. Ben Nighthorse president could pull purse strings in the leg- each. But there’s one piece of business that Campbell to show support for a Continental islature. takes her aback. Associate athletic director Divide transnational trail. ‘‘I think she’s been a refreshing breath of John Meadows asks the president if she On football Saturdays she’ll host a brunch fresh air,’’ says Berry, a member of the pow- would accept a stadium box on the 20-yard at her house and then a breakfast on campus. erful Joint Budget Committee. ‘‘She has a line. Presently the president’s box is on the On Sundays she finds herself at the State very engaging personality and she’s worked 30. Meadows is trying to place corporate buy- Fair in Pueblo or departing for Monday very hard in the legislature.’’ ers. ‘‘All the seats are good between the While the rural tours are equal doses stu- morning speeches in the far corners of the zeros,’’ Tharp says. dent recruitment and PR, Hoffman sees them state. But Hoffman is starting a new fundraising ‘‘It’s a very intense schedule,’’ she says. on a higher plane. ‘‘Getting out there and program on football Saturdays. She’s invited ‘‘Of all the job requirements, no one ever being part of all the communities is ex- 200 potential donors to be her guests in her tells you about the stamina. That’s the No. tremely important,’’ she says. box throughout the season, followed by din- On the tours she hosts ‘‘mini-colleges’’—a 1 criteria for this job.’’ ner after the game. lecture by top professors such as anthropolo- 10:30–11:45 a.m. ‘‘What does that tell them?’’ Hoffman wor- gist Dennis Van Gerven talking about mum- Videotaping at Folsom Field: Hoffman is ries. ‘‘That they’re no more important than mies in the Nile Valley. ‘‘People can see hustled over to Folsom for another video the 20? 1 think there’s a big difference be- what a student gets to experience,’’ Hoffman shoot as an aide holds a People magazine tween the 20 and the 30.’’ says. ‘‘It erases the myths about Boulder and umbrella over her head in pouring rain. They During football games Hoffman splits her the image of the ‘‘People’s Republic of Boul- scamper from office to car. Car to stadium. time hosting guests, visiting donors seated der.’’’

VerDate 112000 05:53 Sep 13, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.025 pfrm04 PsN: E11PT1 E1634 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 11, 2001 Now it’s time to make her speeches sing Slope for a year. The family we lived with per- Father Zdinak’s genuine vision for the Ca- with speechwriter Brad Bolander. ‘‘The in- fected the ice pad drilling technique, which thedral community was to establish a much troduction’s too long,’’ she says. She sug- leaves virtually no footprint. We can drill in greater presence in the Cleveland community, gests condensing three paragraphs into one easy-to-understand sentence. ANWR safely and in an environmentally re- and more specifically the Tremont area. He ‘‘The talking points are too dense,’’ she sponsible way. We should do this to secure worked to reclaim the former Rectory located says. ‘‘I’m not going to read all this. I want America’s future energy needs. behind the Cathedral and developed the Par- to keep eye contact.’’ Mr. Speaker, the American people deserve ish Ministries Center. His love, vision, and As for her 10-year game plan—she can talk the affordable and reliable energy supply that hope for the cathedral community has bene- about that from the heart. this bill can provide. I commend the bill’s fited the congregation in incredible ways. At a dinner party the night before, she was sponsor and the many members and staff who asked to elaborate extemporaneously on her Although Father Zdinak worked extensively vision after a couple glasses of wine. ‘‘I was have devoted so much time to this effort, and to expand the Cathedral community, he also afraid I would forget one of the points,’’ she I ask my colleagues to support this com- spent quite some time improving the physical says. prehensive energy policy for the future of our structure of the Cathedral. Over the years, ‘‘It was one of your best speeches ever,’’ country. soot and dust have accumulated on the exte- says husband Brian Binger, an adjunct eco- f rior of the beautiful Cathedral, much due to nomics professor, who has stopped in to the the nearby steel and coal mills. Father Zdinak office to lend a hand with the speech writing. TRIBUTE TO MORT MARKS ‘‘Maybe you should always work that way.’’ spent months cleaning the exterior with his fel- Hoffman’s the morning person in the fam- low colleagues, friends, and countless mem- ily; Binger the night person. He often drives HON. BOB SCHAFFER bers of the congregation. Inside the Cathedral, her home from late-night, out-of-town din- OF COLORADO Father Zdinak removed and replaced copper ners while she sleeps. On the way to an en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES roofing on domes, upgraded the electrical sys- gagement in Alamosa last spring, he drove Tuesday, September 11, 2001 tem, removed worn carpet, and much more. while she did the taxes. Binger and Hoffman will head to campus Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, it is my privi- Father John Zdinak has brought countless for the Economics Institute graduation din- lege to rise today to honor an uncommon Col- improvements to St. Theodosius Cathedral, ner, where Hoffman will give the commence- oradan, Mr. Mort Marks of Aurora. Mort has and for that we are grateful. His love and dedi- ment address. been a tireless worker for the Republican cation to Christian belief is an inspiration to all. The institute is a 30-year-old summer-long Party and its ideals. A self-described supporter Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing program in Boulder to prepare non-U.S. citi- and celebrating a man who has touched the zens to go to business graduate schools in of the Republican big-tent, Mort has been in- the U.S. For years it’s used a textbook co- strumental in bringing the party into the major- lives of hundreds, Father John Zdinak, on this authored by Hoffman and Binger. Graduates ity in Colorado, and in the United States Con- very special day. include former Mexican President Ernesto gress. Zedillo, the president of the Central Bank of A veteran of World War II and the Battle of f Buenos Aires, ministers of finance in Mexico the Bulge, Mort continued to work for Amer- HONORING THE 30TH ANNIVER- and Indonesia and the director of Fuji Bank ican freedom even after entering civilian life. SARY OF LA CLINICA DE LA in Japan. Wherever the hard work of campaigns and The graduation will be preceded by a RAZA champagne reception. ‘‘I don’t think I better elections is needed, Mort’s face is the first have any champagne,’’ Hoffman tells her seen. From writing for a number of state husband. ‘‘Yeah, it’s only 4 p.m.,’’ Binger newspapers, to being a tireless advocate for HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK says. ‘‘The day’s only half over.’’ our outstanding Governor Bill Owens and OF CALIFORNIA f former U.S. Senator Bill Armstrong, Mort has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES done much for our party, our state, and our SECURING AMERICA’S FUTURE country. Tuesday, September 11, 2001 ENERGY ACT OF 2001 I am proud to recognize Mort Marks, the Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, La Clinica de La skinny kid from Texas, today and wish him the Raza, one of the largest community-based SPEECH OF best of luck with all of his future endeavors. I healthcare facilities in the East Bay, will cele- HON. HON. ROBIN HAYES want he and his wife Edie to know how much brate 30 years of exemplary service to the OF NORTH CAROLINA I have appreciated his years of service. residents of Alameda and Contra Costa Coun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mort is the type of person we need more of ties with an anniversary ceremony on Sep- Wednesday, August 1, 2001 in politics. A man of honor who you want on tember 13, 2001. Under the leadership of its your side, Mort’s political sense is more often CEO, Jane Garcia, La Clinica De La Raza’s The House in Committee of the Whole right than wrong. On behalf of the citizens of innovative community-based health clinic phi- House on the State of the Union had under Colorado, I ask the House to join me in ex- losophy has earned the healthcare provider a consideration the bill. (H.R. 4) to enhance tending congratulations to Mort on his years of national reputation. energy conservation, research and develop- service to America. ment and to provide for security and diver- Community activists, healthcare profes- sity in the energy supply for the American f sionals and volunteers established La Clinica people, and for other purposes. IN HONOR OF FATHER JOHN in 1971. From its modest beginnings on Oak- Mr. HAYES. Mr. Chairman, oil imports are ZDINAK land’s Fruitvale Avenue, La Clinica has now at 57% and growing rapidly. If we are to evolved into a $22 million multiple-service meet our domestic energy needs, we must de- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH healthcare institution and is the sixth largest crease our reliance on foreign imports by nonprofit employer in the East Bay. OF OHIO The founders of La Clinica believed that boosting domestic energy supply. A workable IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES energy plan requires attention to all areas, quality healthcare should be available to all conservation, production, alternative fuels, re- Tuesday, September 11, 2001 people regardless of their ability to pay. They search, and especially common sense. Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to also believe healthcare resources should be Over the last 20 years, the increase in de- honor a great man, Father John Zdinak, for close to the community, controlled by the con- mand for energy has outpaced the increase in his life of dedicated service to St. Theodosius sumers who use them and services should be supply. Since 1980, the supply has only in- Orthodox Cathedral of Cleveland on this very sensitive and culturally appropriate. Staff and creased by 18%, while energy demand has in- special day of reconsecration. volunteers provide services in English, Span- creased 24%. The United States is also far Father John Zdinak has served Theodosius ish, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, too dependent on foreign oil. Today, 57% of Cathedral in Cleveland, Ohio in many capac- Tigrinya, Arabic and other languages. our oil comes from other countries; compared ities and has touched the lives of his con- La Clinica’s success has made it a model to 35% in 1973, and 48% 10 years ago. gregation. Father Zdinak was assigned Rector healthcare facility. It is considered by many to Drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge of St. Theodosius in 1999, and has since then be one of the best community-based clinics in may provide the necessary increase in pro- served the cathedral in many positions. Per- the country serving low-income neighbor- duction of energy. The U.S. Geological Survey haps his most well-known act within the cathe- hoods. With a staff of more than 300 individ- estimates there are up to 16 billion barrels of dral happened within his first year of installa- uals including 25 primary physicians, La oil in ANWR; this would be enough to replace tion. Father John completed a $400,000 Cem- Clinica de La Raza serves more than 13,000 all imports from Saudi Arabia for the next 30 etery Expansion project that developed much families a year. Last year the clinic provided years. My family and I lived on the North of the parish cemetery. primary care visits to more than 100,000 East

VerDate 112000 05:53 Sep 13, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.028 pfrm04 PsN: E11PT1 September 11, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1635 Bay residents. It administers the largest pre- members of the congregation and I join them Born in New York City in 1911, Mr. Darion natal and pediatric program of any community- in their sorrow. worked throughout his life in every genre of based clinic in Alameda County and is the This highlights to me how so many people, music from popular songs to opera. Mr. Darion only licensed outpatient mental health clinic from every part of this huge country, have attended City College before serving his na- servicing the Spanish-speaking population of been directly affected by these terrible, inex- tion in World War II. In the early 1950’s he northern Alameda County. cusable and cowardly terrorist acts. We pray had three Top-10 hits; the Patti Page ballad As community needs have grown, La Clinica that the number of people who have lost their ‘‘Changing Partners’’, the Teresa Brewer nov- has grown to meet them. La Clinica’s com- lives is a great deal smaller than the thou- elty ‘‘Ricochet’’, and Red Buttons’ comedy hit prehensive medical program now includes sands feared. Whatever the final figure may ‘‘The Ho Ho Song’’. dental, eye and mental healthcare, as well as be, it is already clear that far too many people Mr. Joe Darion is most known for his beau- pharmacy and laboratory services, social serv- have had their lives devastated by terrorists. tiful lyrics of ‘‘The Impossible Dream,’’ which ices support, and a progressive program of We are all both shocked and angry, but this quickly became one of the most beloved pop health and nutritional education. anger will now be channeled towards finding anthems of our time. ‘‘Man of La Mancha’’ More than three decades ago, out of con- the terrorists and bringing them to justice. opened in New York in 1956 and ran for an cern about the lack of healthcare access to I hope to see a quick and decisive response incredible 2,328 performances. In recognition the poor, La Clinica was established as a against the perpetrators of this attack on our of his heart-warming lyrics, Mr. Darion was re- community-based free healthcare facility. nation. I am glad to see that the federal gov- warded a Tony Award for best score. Since then, La Clinica has evolved as a major ernment is back at work and that we have not ‘‘The Impossible Dream’’ has affected thou- asset to Alameda County’s healthcare system. become a government in exile. I hope that se- sands of people, young and old. His lyrics Congratulations La Clinica on your success. vere action will be taken within days, rather have inspired and touched countless Ameri- I join your community of clients, friends and than weeks or months. I would prefer that the cans. His words dive deep into the human supporters in thanking you for providing exem- operation be immediate and successful, but I soul and character. His words, plary healthcare services. do not wish to see it be too hurried and ‘‘To dream the impossible dream, botched. To fight the unbeatable foe, to bear with un- f I would like to take this opportunity to ex- bearable sorrow, SIXTH DISTRICT MOURNS tend our condolences to all of those affected To run where the brave dare not go. To right the unrightable wrong, by the events of yesterday, and in particular TERRORIST VICTIM To love pure and chaste from afar, Sandy Bradshaw’s family and her many To try when your arms are too weary, HON. HOWARD COBLE friends. Let it be known that this crime will not To reach the unreachable star. This is my go unpunished, the terrorists will be found, quest, OF NORTH CAROLINA and the most severe action will be taken To follow that star—— IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES against them. On behalf of the citizens of the No matter how hopeless, no matter how far. Tuesday, September 11, 2001 Sixth District of North Carolina, we offer our To fight for the right Without question or pause, hope that the Bradshaw family and all of us Mr. COBLE. Mr. Speaker, today the Sixth To be willing to march into hell will make it through this difficult time. District of North Carolina is mourning the loss For a heavenly cause. And I know if I’ll only of life of one of our own in the tragic, sense- f be true less violence which has assaulted our nation. To this glorious quest IN MEMORY OF MR. JOE DARION That my heart will be peaceful and calm Sandy Bradshaw, who was just 38 years old, When I’m laid to my rest. And the world will and lived in Greensboro, was a flight attendant be better for this, on United Airlines flight 93 that was hijacked HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH That one man scorned and covered with and crashed outside Pittsburgh. She leaves OF OHIO scars still strove with his last ounce of courage. behind her husband, Phil, her daughter, Alex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES andria, 2, and her son, Shenan, not yet one. To reach the unreachable stars.’’ Members of the Bradshaw’s church, West- Tuesday, September 11, 2001 Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the minster Presbyterian Church, have described Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to memory of a man who touched millions of Sandy as friendly, outgoing, bubbly and de- honor the memory of a man who inspired the Americans with his inspiring lyrics and, en- voted to her family. I have spoken at West- American people with beautiful song, Mr. Joe abled countless people everywhere to ‘‘Dream minster Presbyterian Church, have met many Darion, lyricist of ‘‘Man of La Mancha.’’ the Impossible Dream’’, Mr. Joe Darion.

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HIGHLIGHTS The Senate and House passed S.J. Res. 22, expressing the sense of the Senate and House of Representatives regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001. The House agreed to H. Con. Res. 223, permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a prayer vigil in memory of those who lost their lives as a result of these attacks. House of Representatives ory of those who lost their lives as a result of the Chamber Action terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Measures Introduced: 5 public bills, H.R. Pages H5502–03 2877–2881; and 3 resolutions, H.J. Res. 61, and H. Terrorist Attacks Against the United States: The Con. Res. 223–224, were introduced. Page H5592 House passed H.J. Res. 61, expressing the sense of Reports Filed: Reports were filed as follows: the Senate and House of Representatives regarding H. Res. 236, waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) the terrorist attacks launched against the United of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain States on September 11, 2001 by a yea-and-nay vote resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules of 408 yeas with none voting ‘‘nay,’’ Roll No. 338. (H. Rept. 107–204). Page H5592 Pages H5503–90 Recess: The House recessed at 9:20 a.m. and recon- Pursuant to the earlier order, the House passed vened at 9:52 a.m. Page H5493 S.J. Res. 22, expressing the sense of the Senate and House of Representatives regarding the terrorist at- Recess: The House recessed at 9:53 a.m. and recon- tacks launched against the United States on Sep- vened at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 12 con- tember 11, 2001 and H.J. Res. 61 was laid on the tinuing the legislative day of Sept. 11, 2001. table. Page H5590 Page H5493 The joint resolution was considered pursuant to a Honorable John Howard, Prime Minister of unanimous consent order made earlier by the Major- Australia—Cancelation of Joint Meeting: The ity Leader providing that following passage, and Speaker announced that the joint meeting scheduled upon receipt of a message that the Senate has passed for today to receive the Honorable John Howard, an identical joint resolution, the House shall be con- Prime Minister of Australia, was canceled. The sidered to have passed the Senate joint resolution. Speaker acknowledged the presence of Prime Min- Page H5590 ister Howard in the House Chamber and extended Respect to the Victims of the Terrorist Attacks: his appreciation for the solidarity of the Australians Consistent with the language of the joint resolution, with the United States following the terrorist attack agreed that when the House adjourns, it stand ad- on the American people. Page H5493 journed out of respect to the victims of the terrorist Recess: The House recessed at 11:25 a.m. on attacks. Page H5591 Wednesday, Sept. 12 (Legislative Day of Sept. 11, Quorum Calls—Votes: One yea-and-nay vote de- 2001) and reconvened at 2:53 p.m continuing the veloped during the proceedings of the House today legislative day of Sept. 11, 2001. Page H5502 and appears on page H5590. There were no quorum Prayer Vigil in the Capitol Rotunda: The House calls. agreed to H. Con. Res. 223, permitting the use of Adjournment: The House met at 9 a.m. and at the rotunda of the Capitol for a prayer vigil in mem- 1:10 a.m on Thursday, Sept. 13 (Legislative Day of D884

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Sept. 11, 2001), the House stands adjourned out of two-thirds vote to consider a rule on the same day respect to the victims of the terrorist attacks. it is reported from the Rules Committee) against certain resolutions reported from the Rules Com- Committee Meetings mittee. The resolution applies the waiver to a special INTERNET TAX FAIRNESS ACT rule reported on the legislative day of Thursday, Sep- tember 13, 2001, providing for consideration or dis- Committee on the Judiciary: Held a hearing on H.R. position of a bill making emergency supplemental 2526, Internet Tax Fairness Act of 2001. Testimony appropriations for the fiscal year 2001 for additional was heard from a public witness. disaster assistance, for anti-terrorism initiatives, for MISCELLANEOUS MEASURES assistance in the recovery from the tragedy that oc- Committee on Resources: Ordered reported the following curred on September 11, 2001, and for other pur- bills: H.R. 107, amended, to require that the Sec- poses, any amendment thereto, any conference report retary of the Interior conduct a study to identify thereon, or any amendment reported in disagreement sites and resources, to recommend alternatives for from a conference thereon. commemorating and interpreting the Cold War; f H.R. 1161, amended, to authorize the Government of the Czech Republic to establish a memorial to COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR THURSDAY, honor Tomas G. Masaryk in the District of Colum- SEPTEMBER 13, 2001 bia; H.R. 1230, amended, Detroit River Inter- national Wildlife Refuge Establishment Act; H.R. (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) 1384, amended, Navajo Long Walk National His- House toric Trail Study Act; H.R. 1456, Booker T. Wash- ington National Monument Boundary Adjustment Committee on Resources, Subcommittee on Energy and Act of 2001; H.R. 1814, amended, Metacomet-Mo- Mineral Resources, hearing on H.R. 1913, to require the nadnock-Sunapee-Mattabesett Trail Study Act of valuation of non-tribal interest ownership of subsurface 2001; H.R. 1989, amended, Fisheries Conservation rights within the boundaries of the Acoma Indian Res- Act of 2001; H.R. 2062, amended, to extend the ef- ervation, 2 p.m., 1324 Longworth. fective period of the consent of Congress to the Subcommittee on Fisheries Conservation, Wildlife and interstate compact relating to the restoration of At- Oceans, oversight hearing on the Hydrographic Services lantic salmon to the Connecticut River Basin and Improvement Act of 1998, and other National Ocean Service programs, 10 a.m., 1324 Longworth. creating the Connecticut River Atlantic Salmon Subcommittee on Water and Power, to mark up H.R. Commission; and H.R. 2385, amended, Virgin River 1985, Western Water Enhancement Security Act, 10 Dinosaur Footprint Preserve Act. a.m., 1334 Longworth. SAME DAY CONSIDERATION OF CERTAIN Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- RESOLUTIONS REPORTED BY THE committee on Aviation, hearing on the Update on the COMMITTEE ON RULES Status of the STARS Program, 10 a.m., 2167 Rayburn. Committee on Rules: Granted, by voice vote, a resolution waiving clause 6(a) of rule XIII (requiring a

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Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 10 a.m., Thursday, September 13

House Chamber Program for Thursday: Consideration of a bill making emergency supplemental appropriations for additional disaster assistance, anti-terrorism initiatives, and assistance in the recovery from the terrorist attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Issa, Darrell E., Calif., E1627 Sensenbrenner, F. James, Jr., Wisc., E1628 Jones, Stephanie Tubbs, Ohio, E1631 Stark, Fortney Pete, Calif., E1634 Blunt, Roy, Mo., E1628 Kucinich, Dennis J., Ohio, E1634, E1635 Stearns, Cliff, Fla., E1627 Bonilla, Henry, Tex., E1627 Langevin, James R., R.I., E1632 Tauzin, W.J. (Billy), La., E1630 Castle, Michael N., Del., E1627 Linder, John, Ga., E1628 Thurman, Karen L., Fla., E1628 Coble, Howard, N.C., E1635 Lofgren, Zoe, Calif., E1629, E1631 Tiahrt, Todd, Kans., E1627 Emerson, Jo Ann, Mo., E1630 Ross, Mike, Ark., E1632 Udall, Mark, Colo., E1629, E1630, E1632 Hayes, Robin, N.C., E1634 Schaffer, Bob, Colo., E1634

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