miércoles, 22 de abril de 2009

Ros-Lehtinen to Discuss Western Hemisphere, Israel During Wednesday Hearing with Secretary Clinton


Ros-Lehtinen to Discuss Western Hemisphere, Israel During Wednesday Hearing with Secretary Clinton

(WASHINGTON) – U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), Ranking Republican on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, will raise concerns from her constituents at Wednesday’s hearing with Secretary of State Clinton. Statement by Ros-Lehtinen:
“I look forward to discussing U.S. commitment to democracy, freedom, and human rights with Secretary Clinton, particularly in light of developments at the recently concluded Summit of the Americas. Dedication to these ideals, as well as to our allies who share them, must be the bedrock of U.S. foreign policy.
“Our continued partnership with Israel must remain a priority for this Administration. Israel is our key ally in addressing the threats posed by Iran, Syria, and Islamist extremists.
“Many people living in my district know first-hand the brutality of the Castro regime in Cuba. Still others have witnessed Chavez’s campaign against basic democratic principles in Venezuela; Ortega’s assault on the rights of the Nicaraguan people, and similar behavior by other tyrant apprentices. We must come to terms with the fact that we cannot help the people of these nations by making concessions to their oppressors.

more info:
http://foreignaffairs.republicans.house.gov/