Written by Administrator Saturday, 23 January 2010 14:13

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The bi-partisan American Engagement Caucus launched on January 20, 2010.  It is intended to provide a forum for interested House members and key policy makers to learn about the United Nations, and promote active United States participation in international organizations.  The Caucus will convene briefings, help lawmakers join together in support  of important legislation, and cultivate congressional support for multilateral diplomacy and international cooperation.  Briefings will be given to members of the Caucus and their staffs by United States and UN officials.

The Co-chairs of the Caucus are: Russ Carnahan:  Democrat from Missouri;  and Anh ("Joseph") Cao:  Republican from Louisiana.  Their announcement appeared in the publication, The Hill,

Margaret (Molly) Bruce, Advocacy Chair,  invites Members of the UNA-USA Southern New York State Division and of its constituent chapters to contact their House Representatives and urge them to join the Caucus.  New York State has 29 members, many in our area.  To reach the home page of your Member and contact information, click here:  http://www.house.gov/house/MemberWWW_by_State.shtml#ny