New York, NY – Congressman Charles B. Rangel released the following statement after the third Presidential debate, which focused on foreign policy and was held at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida on Monday, October 22nd.

“Before criticizing the President Obama for his ‘failed’ policies, Gov. Romney should take a look at the President’s record.  The President took out Osama bin Laden and has gone after al Quada’s leadership all over the world; has stood by Israel and has worked with our allies to put tough sanctions on Iran; has ended the war in Iraq and is working to end the war in Afghanistan.  

Throughout his first term, President Obama has proven that he is tough in protecting America’s security and that he understands what we need to do to restore our standing in the world.  The President presented a clear vision on how to move America forward, not backwards.  It is important that we continue to build on the progress that we have made over the last four years, honor our veterans, and do some nation building here at home."