Rick Perry - Libya
Summary
Governor Perry has remained largely silent on actions in Libya. After the death of Ghaddaffi, he stated that it was good news for the people of Libya and that the U.S. must also take an active role in ensuring the security of any remaining stockpiles of Qaddafi’s weapons.
Response to the Death of Ghaddafi
In October of 2011, Governor Perry responded to the death of Ghaddafi by stating that it was good news for the people of Libya. He also stated that the U.S. must also take an active role in ensuring the security of any remaining stockpiles of Qaddafi’s weapons.
Statement on the Death of Muammar el-Qaddafi
Posted on October 20th, 2011
AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today released the following statement on the death of Muammar el-Qaddafi:
“The death of Muammar el-Qaddafi is good news for the people of Libya. It should bring the end of conflict there, and help them move closer to elections and a real democracy.
“The United States should work closely with Libya to ensure the transition is successful, and that a stable, peaceful nation emerges.
“The U.S. must also take an active role in ensuring the security of any remaining stockpiles of Qaddafi’s weapons. These weapons pose a real danger to the United States and our allies, and we cannot help secure them through simple observation.”