Rep. McGovern's opening statement at the Lantos Human Rights Commission's Hearing on Creating Peace and Finding Justice in Colombia

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I believe that one day we will see a more peaceful, socially just, strong Colombia. But I caution that now is not the time for half-measures, for symbolic laws, and unfulfilled promises. Now is the time to come together, to think creatively and act affirmatively – so that day arrives sooner rather than later.

Congressman McGovern joins letter on Syria to White House

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Today, Congressman Jim McGovern joined Congresswoman Barbara Lee and 52 other Members of Congress on a letter to President Obama condemning the reported use of chemical weapons in Syria and calling for full congressional debate and appropriate response. The letter comes on the heels of rumors surrounding a military strike in Syria.The letter reads, in part: “While we understand that…