Congresswoman Barbara Lee Responds to Iran Nuclear Deal
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 23, 2013
Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661
Washington, DC-- Congresswoman Barbara Lee released the following statement tonight regarding President Obama's announcement of a deal with Iran on its nuclear program:
"On tonight's announcement from President Obama on the deal with Iran regarding their nuclear program, we must note the significance, but also recognize that there are challenges ahead.
"This is indeed a triumph for diplomacy, and I'm pleased that President Obama reasserted Congress' role in these negotiations.
"It is my hope that this deal is a step towards a more peaceful and secure world. I urge Congress to oppose any new sanctions that could undermine negotiations."
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Congresswoman Barbara Lee is a former Co-Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) and currently serves as CPC Whip and Chair of the Task Force on Global Peace and Security. Congresswoman Lee serves as a representative from the United States to the 68th General Assembly of the United Nations.