Speaker. I do want to say one thing. It strikes me. as we are having this debate here. that I cant help but take note of their response in France toward the Syrian refugees. Yesterday. French President Francois Hollande promised to honor his commitment to take in tens of thousands of refugees. welcoming 30.000 refugees over the next 2 years. That is 6.000 more than he committed to in September. He also announced $53.3 million to develop housing for refugees. We have all invoked the terrible tragedy that happened in France. Lets follow Frances example and be a secure shelter for those most in need. As I listen to the debate here. one of the troubling things to me is that there doesnt ever seem to be a tragedy that my friends on the other side of the aisle dont want to exploit for political gain. and I think today is no exception. A horrendous terrorist attack happened in Paris. an attack that has shocked the entire world. This is being used as an excuse to pass what I consider an ugly bill because this would shut down a refugee resettlement for Syrians and Iraqis. This bill is aimed at fueling fear rather than protecting the American people. We have an exhaustive screening process for refugees already in place. It takes years for a refugee from Syria to be able to be admitted to the United Statesyears. Can we improve the system? Absolutely.
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