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No Military Occupation of Haiti
Ron Paul
Campaign
For Liberty
Friday, January 22nd, 2010
Statement of Congressman Ron Paul
United States House of Representatives
Statement in Opposition to H Res 1021, Condolences to Haiti
January 21, 2010
I rise in reluctant opposition to this resolution. Certainly
I am moved by the horrific destruction in Haiti and would without
hesitation express condolences to those who have suffered and
continue to suffer. As a medical doctor, I have through my career
worked to alleviate the pain and suffering of others. Unfortunately,
however, this resolution does not simply express our condolences,
but rather it commits the US government "to begin the reconstruction
of Haiti" and affirms that "the recovery and long-term
needs of Haiti will require a sustained commitment by the United
States. . . ." I do not believe that a resolution expressing
our deep regret and sorrow over this tragedy should be used
to commit the United States to a "long-term" occupation
of Haiti during which time the US government will provide for
the reconstruction of that country.
I am concerned over the possibility of an open-ended US military
occupation of Haiti and this legislation does nothing to alleviate
my concerns. On the contrary, when this resolution refers to
the need for a long term US plan for Haiti, I see a return to
the failed attempts by the Clinton and Bush Administrations
to establish Haiti as an American protectorate. Already we are
seeing many argue that this kind of humanitarian mission is
a perfect fit for the US military. I do not agree.
Certainly I would support and encourage the efforts of the
American people to help the people of Haiti at this tragic time.
I believe that the American people are very generous on their
own and fear that a US government commitment to reconstruct
Haiti may actually discourage private contributions. Mr. Speaker,
already we see private US citizens and corporations raising
millions of dollars for relief and reconstruction of Haiti.
I do not believe the US government should get in the way of
these laudable efforts. I do express my condolences but I unfortunately
must urge my colleagues to vote against this resolution committing
the United States government to rebuild Haiti.
"When the people find they can vote themselves
money, that will herald the end of the republic."
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