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Statement On 25th Anniversary Of The Civil Liberties Act Of 1988

Statement

Date: Aug. 9, 2013
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Arts, Entertainment, and History

Representative Jackie Speier (D- San Francisco/San Mateo) today released the following statement on the 25th Anniversary of the Civil Liberties Act of 1988:

"In one of the darkest times in our nation's history, Japanese Americans became the targets of mass hysteria and poor judgment. As World War II shook the globe, tens of thousands were separated from their families and forced into internment camps here in the United States. No one should ever suffer the loss of liberty simply because of race or background. I hope the survivors of that terrible period can take solace in their resolve. Today, hard-working Japanese Americans are an integral part of our society and the American Dream."


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