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Thursday, October 10, 2002
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A Word from Joe:
SENIORS INSPIRE ME
It was my great fortune to attend and be part of the Masters Games of Alabama's senior citizens in Valley, Alabama this week. Seniors from around the third district and the whole state participated in games and sport...an Olympics of Alabama seniors.
From rook to shuffleboard to tennis...these seniors found the competitive drive and spirit that helped build the greatest nation. The concentration and physical fitness of many of these seniors serves as a great example to many younger Alabamians who need to get in shape. Many seniors doned medals and were justifiably proud of their accomplishments.
These seniors clearly know the political scene better than their younger counterparts as well. I was greatly pleased to hear from them and share my dream of a greater America.
I salute you Alabama seniors who continue to inspire me and make me believe that you are truly one of America's greatest generations. Go for the gold Alabama! Joe
SEEK THE CONSENT OF THE AMERICAN PEOPLE AND THE WILL OF CONGRESS BEFORE INVADING IRAQ
As our country readies itself for a war with Iraq, it is imperative that the President and his cabinet confront the American people and Congress to fully inform us about the missions, costs and exit strategies associated with military action.
Saddam needs to go. He is a threat to the whole civilized world. He has hurt his own people and rules with terror, not democracy. His actions threaten peaceful nations and people. Acts of terror cannot be tolerated. I fully support his ouster and and civil, democratic rule in Iraq.
How do we proceed? Over 3,000 Alabamians and 62 Guard and Reserve Units are on active duty. Many active military personnel from Alabama are deployed in the war on terror. I support the troops and will fight to see that they have what they need to succeed and return home safely.
There is a process and a debate that needs to take place before commiting this nation to protracted war in the Middle East. It begins with assessing the threats, risks associated with geo-political instability in the region. Most importantly, is the cost to our own nation. American soldiers are the best in the world. They are ready to go and succeed on any mission given to them. Let's not compromise their safety, mission, or certainty of return by forfeiting a chance to get full cooperation of the American people, our international allies, and Congress, before massive troop commitments are made to this war.
When America commits, let us commit! Let's be 'One America', but we must be together. Let's have a real debate now on the appropriate use of force, the duration of occcupation, the financial cost and the consequences to our actions to world stability. But let's put America First. This land is our land and our interests must be defined and defended.
Let us all pray for peace in our world and in our land. Let us pray for the leaders of our nation as they deal with matters at hand. May God Bless America!
