Murphy's Statement on the Death of Osama bin Laden

Statement

Having just returned from Israel where he met with Israeli and Palestinian leaders to discuss security and terrorism concerns in the Middle East, Congressman Tim Murphy (PA-18) released the following statement regarding the death of Osama bin Laden:

"The death of Osama bin Laden at the hands of the United States military sends an unmistakable message to terrorists everywhere: America will not stop until the mission is complete. And we will continue this effort so long as terrorism remains a threat to freedom-loving people around the globe.

"As we approach the 10th anniversary of the events of September 11, 2001, we remember the lives lost and pray for the families who still struggle with the monumental loss but today may have a sense of closure knowing that the mastermind behind the attacks has had his day of reckoning.

"A grateful nation today commends the work of our armed forces for their service and sacrifice for a job well done. Both President Bush and Obama are to be commended for leadership in seeing this effort through to the end. But we must also recognize that terrorist groups like Al Qaeda, Hamas, Hezbollah and other terror cells remain active and engaged in terrorist activities, therefore, our vigilance to combating terrorism must remain. Now is not the time to let down our guard or to stop our pursuit of ending terrorism in all forms."

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