Politics & Government

Reaction: Area Legislators Talk about Bin Laden's Death

A roundup of your elected officials' reactions to the news of Osama bin Laden's death.

We've reached out to your elected officials to get their reactions to the news of Bin Laden's death. Here's what they have to say:

U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.):

"Osama bin Laden’s death is heartening news and an important event for our nation and the war on terror. I commend the president, his national security team and our military forces for this successful operation. I also want to thank the U.S. intelligence community and its operatives who have spent years hunting down this terrorist. Osama bin Laden is responsible for the deaths of thousands of innocent lives, and his death is a testimony that America will not tolerate brutal acts of terror on its people."

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U.S. Rep. Charlie Dent (R-15):

"The death of Osama Bin Laden represents a major victory in the global war on terror. I am extremely proud of our military and intelligence communities, whose unswerving determination and perseverance led to this important achievement.... Thousands of innocent Americans lost their lives during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks orchestrated by Osama Bin Laden, and many more sacrificed life and limb in the years following 9/11 working to bring the world’s most dangerous terrorist to justice. Today, we pay tribute to these individuals and reaffirm our commitment to ensuring the security of the American people.... While the death of Osama Bin Laden is certainly a major step forward in international efforts to dismantle terrorist organizations like Al-Qaeda, it does not signal an end to the global war on terror. We must remain dedicated to combating extremism and vigilant in working to prevent terrorist attacks in the United States and abroad."

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State Sen. Bob Mensch (R-24):

"This provides a deep feeling of closure and relief for all Americans. The events of 9-11 will remain a part of us and has changed our lives and our society forever. There is a feeling of justice and satisfaction with the elimination of the mastermind of those terrorist attacks; and, there is also a reiteration of our national resolve to hunt down and prosecute to the fullest degree those who would perpetrate and promote violence against innocent victims."

State Rep. Justin Simmons (R-131):

"Nearly 10 years ago, the United States was viciously attacked in an effort organized by Osama Bid Laden. Today we can take solace in the fact that the ruthless mastermind behind the attacks, Osama Bin Laden, has been killed. I thank everyone that has helped bring this terrorist to justice. I also thank our Armed Forces at home and abroad."


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