Pelosi Statement on Fort Hood Shooting

WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the
following statement today on the tragic shooting at the Fort Hood Army base in
Texas:

"The shooting at Fort Hood is an unspeakable tragedy for the families,
soldiers, civilians, and support staff on the base. Our brave men and women in
uniform train day in and day out to preserve our security. They should never
have to face the forces of violence here at home.

"The entire United States Congress stands with the members of our military
every day. We offer our prayers and condolences to the victims of this
horrible attack and to their families."

SOURCE Office of the Speaker of the House

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