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Issue Position: Caribbean Issues

Issue Position

Date: Jan. 1, 2011
Issues: Foreign Affairs

As a second generation Jamaican American, I am deeply rooted in my Caribbean heritage. In addition, as the Representative of a one of the most diverse districts in the country, full of first and second generation Caribbean Americans, I am committed to the success and prosperity of the Caribbean region. In this 112th Congress, I will work with my colleagues, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Organization of American States and the CARICOM Diplomatic Corps on the following issues to ensure the successful future of the Caribbean:

* Trade
* Security
* Economic Development
* Disaster Preparedness
* Accurate Census Data

The impact of the Caribbean Diaspora is immeasurable. It has made tremendous contributions to American history and has fostered good-will towards the Caribbean American community. The issues that threaten the prosperity of the Caribbean are critical to our community and our nation as a whole. That is why it is important the United States continues to foster good-will and helps to promote diplomacy and cross-cultural understanding between the United States and Caribbean.


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