My decision to support President Obama's veto of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act came after much thoughtful consideration. Although I am deeply committed to fulfilling our country's assurance to honor the lives of those killed in the terror attacks of September. 11, 2001, I do not believe this bill supports this solemn promise.
Washington, DC – In response to her vote to support President Barack Obama’s veto of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act, legislation allowing lawsuits against foreign sponsors of terrorism, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:
"My decision to support President Obama's veto of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA) came after much thoughtful consideration. Although I am deeply committed to fulfilling our country’s assurance to honor the lives of those killed in the terror attacks of September. 11, 2001, I do not believe this bill supports this solemn promise.
"My respect and sympathy for the families who support this legislation knows no bounds. I certainly understand the passion and emotion behind this bill, but I cannot support any effort that will potentially have an adverse effect on our diplomatic capacities, our men and women in uniform, or our country’s effectiveness to respond to future threats. I truly believe the best way we can honor survivors, victims, and their families, is to continue working to prevent another attack from taking place on American soil."
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