Congresswoman Matsui Statement on President's Address on Syria

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, September 10, 2013

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Congresswoman Matsui Statement on President's Address on Syria

Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-06) issued the following response to President Obama's address to the American public regarding the situation in Syria:

"I strongly condemn the Assad regime's use of chemical weapons against its own people in blatant and horrific violation of international law, human rights, and moral decency. As a result of pressure from the United States, I am pleased that Syria has purportedly indicated its willingness to hand over its chemical weapons under the control of the international community. I support the President's plan to engage in discussions at the United Nations to explore the viability of this proposal. A diplomatic response that engages the international community is absolutely the preferred path forward."

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