[Peace] Durbin non-response response on Saudi arms deal
C. G. Estabrook
carl at newsfromneptune.com
Wed Aug 24 23:49:44 UTC 2016
Another indication that electing Democrats to Congress will do nothing to end the Obama-Clinton administration’s murderous Mideast policy.
> On Aug 24, 2016, at 5:25 PM, Robert Naiman via Peace <peace at lists.chambana.net> wrote:
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> From: "Senator Richard J. Durbin" <correspondence_reply at durbin.senate.gov>
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> Date: Monday, August 22, 2016 at 3:47 PM
> Subject: Message from Senator Richard J. Durbin
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> August 22, 2016
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> Dear X:
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> Thank you for contacting me with your concerns about U.S. arms sales to Saudi Arabia. I appreciate hearing from you.
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> The U.S. export control system is enforced by several federal agencies. Items with both civilian and military applications, called "dual-use" goods, are licensed by the Department of Commerce while munitions are licensed by the Department of State. Restrictions on exports are administered by the U.S. Treasury.
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> Saudi Arabia is an important American ally with which we share many common concerns, including countering the Islamic State and the ongoing conflict in Syria. However, I also remain concerned about human rights in Saudi Arabia, as well as the country's intolerant teachings and involvement in Yemen.
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> While in Congress, I have advocated for greater accountability in our relationship with Saudi Arabia as well as improvements in human rights. I have sent letters to the Saudi Government and met with the Saudi Ambassador to the United States to call for the release of many political prisoners. I have also called on the Saudis to implement reforms to better uphold the rights of women, religious minorities, foreign workers, and others.
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> Ensuring that military-grade international arms are sold only to legitimate governments or organizations is a paramount national security concern for the United States. I will continue to monitor events in Saudi Arabia and will keep your thoughts in mind as the United States considers policies toward that nation.
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> Thank you again for contacting me. Please feel free to keep in touch.
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> Sincerely,
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> Richard J. Durbin
> United States Senator
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