Pelosi Statement on Earthquate in South Asia

Pelosi Statement on Earthquake in South Asia

Tuesday, October 11, 2005

Contact: Brendan Daly/Jennifer Crider, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. â€" House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the deadly earthquake in South Asia:

â€Å"On behalf of my Democratic colleagues and my constituents in San Francisco, my thoughts and prayers are with those whose lives were devastated by the earthquake in South Asia.

â€Å"This tragedy and the disasters of the tsunami and Hurricane Katrina remind us of our shared humanity â€" and that tragedy anywhere affects us all. Americans have been touched by the dignity and strength of survivors who lost so much and are now focused on helping others in their community. Just as the world has opened its arms to us in our time of need, we stand ready to work quickly and provide assistance to help alleviate the horrible suffering and begin the long process of recovery.

â€Å"As Pakistan, India, and Afghanistan face years of rebuilding, I hope that out of the rubble, there is possibility for peace and shared hope.”