Mary-Catherine: Paris aftermath

The Sydney Opera House on November 14

 

Dear AWG Members, 

This morning’s news is shocking and horrifying, leaving us in sad disbelief.  Many of us have family and friends in Paris, and I’m praying, while confirming, that all are safe.  The next few days will be very tense for everyone in France and worldwide.

President Obama has reiterated that France is the oldest ally of the United States, adding that Americans draw strength from the French commitment to life and liberty.  U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter said that the attacks in Paris are "an assault on our common human dignity. The United States stands with the people of France and its vibrant, multicultural democracy”.

San Francisco City Hall observing the attacks on Paris

This is a time to unite and to support one another.  If AWG can help our members in any way, please let me know.

Sincerely,
Mary Catherine

The Brandenburg gate in tricolor in Berlin. People lay flowers along a security barrier across from the French embassy (and that's the United States Embassy there also).