Iraq Liberation has Brought the Hope of Freedom to Millions

IRAQ LIBERATION HAS BROUGHT THE HOPE OF FREEDOM TO MILLIONS -- (House of Representatives - March 17, 2004)

(Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)

Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, 1 year ago this Friday the historic liberation of the Iraqi people from Saddam Hussein's vicious tyranny began. Thanks to the leadership of President George W. Bush and the courage of our military with coalition partners, Iraqis no longer fear Saddam's torture chambers and executions. Instead, millions
enjoy the hope of freedom and democracy.

Today, Iraqi women have the freedom to participate in government and children are going to newly renovated schools.
Decades of neglect by Saddam are being reversed in record time as health clinics, water sources, electricity and sanitation are being restored throughout the country.

Most importantly, the world no longer lives under the constant threat of a madman who harbored and supported terrorists.

After World War II, we helped rebuild Germany to assist it from becoming a breeding ground for communists, and we were successful. Today we are rebuilding Iraq to assist it from being a breeding ground for terrorists, and we will be successful in protecting American families.

In conclusion, God bless our troops. And we will never forget September 11.