Dear Coloradodem
Thank you for taking the time to contact me about the nomination of John
Bolton to be Ambassador to the United Nations. This issue is of great
importance for Coloradans and all Americans.
It is my strong belief that John Bolton is qualified to be the United
States Ambassador to the United Nations.
Although some have questioned his role as Under Secretary of State for
Arms Control and International Security, I believe he was instrumental in
closely working with the international community to build a coalition of
more than 60 countries to help combat the spread of dangerous weapons.
Additionally, Mr. Bolton led negotiations of the Treaty of Moscow, signed
by President Bush and Russian President Putin to reduce nuclear warheads
by two-thirds, and led negotiations of the successful G-8 global
Partnership against the proliferation of WMDs.
When President Bush and Secretary Rice announced their intent to nominate
John Bolton to be Ambassador, they spoke of his desire to fulfill the
hopes and aspirations of UN's original promise to save succeeding
generations from the scourge of war, to reaffirm faith and fundamental
human rights, and to promote social progress and better standards of life
in larger freedom. Unfortunately, the U.N. has shifted away from its
original charter, leaving the United States, the single largest
contributor to the U.N., with no other option but to send a strong voice
committed to the future success of this international body.
Thank you for writing to share your concerns. I look forward to hearing
from you again. If you would like more information on issues important to
Colorado and the nation, please log on to my website at
http://allard.senate.gov.