Only ISIS and the Republican Party want a clash of civilizations
Originally published in The Hill Disturbing statements from Republicans running for the White House demand our close attention. They complain that President Obama is not doing enough militarily in Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan Libya, and in dealing with the threat from the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS). They either insist that the president do […]
Read MoreRanking Member Smith Statement on Donald Trump’s Irresponsible Rhetoric
Washington D.C. – Ranking Member Smith released the following statement in response to Donald Trump’s recent remarks: “Our nation’s diversity is our greatest strength. In the strongest possible terms, I condemn Donald Trump’s recent proposal to bar all Muslims from entering the United States. This rhetoric follows earlier absurd statements from Mr. Trump calling […]
Read MoreRanking Member Adam Smith Statement on Secretary Carter’s Announcement to Open All Combat Positions to Women
Washington D.C. – House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith released the following statement on the announcement that Secretary Carter will allow for all military positions to be open to women: I applaud Secretary of Defense Ash Carter for taking action on policy guidelines that close certain combat occupations to women. As a result of these changes, anyone, regardless […]
Read MoreRanking Member Adam Smith Statement on Syrian Refugee Bill Offered by Chairman McCaul
Our number one priority is protecting the United States and the American people from terrorist attacks. In the strongest possible terms, I condemn the cowardly attacks in Paris and send my deepest sympathies to the victims. As we fight terrorism, we must stay true to the values enshrined in our Constitution, remember that we […]
Read MoreCongressman Smith Applauds Funding to Provide Housing for Homeless Veterans
Washington D.C. – U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) has awarded $83,860 in project based vouchers for King County Housing Authority and $67,576 for Seattle Housing Authority. There is an epidemic of homelessness in our community. This crisis is having a terrible impact on our region and combatting it is critical to addressing inequities […]
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