Congressman Gregory W. Meeks Statement on Continued Chilean Miner Rescue

(WASHINGTON, DC)–Congressman Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY) released the following statement in regards to the Miner Rescue in Chile:

“As the rescue of the thirty three brave miners continues in San Jose Mine, Chile, I am reminded of how their journey began 69 days ago when rocks collapsed trapping the men 2, 000 feet underground. This has been a life changing experience for the miners, the Chilean people and has been a true inspiration for our nation and indeed across the globe. Both the miners and their families’ strength and endurance through this trying time is a testament to the capacity of the human spirit. The 33 miners fought to survive with steely determination and sheer will, believing that hope was not lost. I commend President Pinera of Chile for relentlessly charging to bring the miners to safety, and for not losing faith. I also applaud the efforts of both of our countries working together as well as the global communities coming together to ensure the safety of the miners who had been trapped for such a long time. My thoughts go out to the miners and their families and I pray for their speedy recovery.”