Wilson Condemns Terrorist Act in Kashmir

Rep. Joe Wilson, R-SC, today on the House Floor made the following remarks in response to recent terrorist attacks in Kashmir, India."Mr. Speaker, I rise to condemn the recent terrorist attack in Kashmir that killed 30 innocent civilians, including almost two-dozen women and children, and which injured nearly 50 more. This terrorist attack is yet another aimed at civilians, specifically Hindus in Kashmir. Just last month, a suicide squad attacked and killed innocent worshipers at one of the largest Hindu temples in Kashmir," said Rep. Wilson."Innocent Hindus, Sikhs, and Muslims have been targeted by terrorists in Kashmir. An editorial in yesterday's Washington Post entitled "The General's Broken Promise," states that Pakistani President General Pervez Musharraf has not done enough to rein in these terrorists who attack Kashmiri civilians. While President Musharraf has taken steps to assist America in the war on terrorism, he must do more to stop these terrorist attacks from occurring in Kashmir and in India."Once Pakistan moves away from the path of supporting terrorism, a real peace initiative can begin between India and Pakistan. After more than fifty years of hostility, it is time for India and Pakistan to live in peace as neighbors. This can only begin after Pakistan stops supporting terrorism in India," said Rep. Wilson.###