Rep. Mike Thompson Condemns Attack on UC Davis Professor, Violence in Cairo
“On February 2, University of California, Davis Professor Noha Radwan was attacked by an angry mob in Cairo after appearing on the television show Democracy Now. Thankfully, Professor Radwan's injuries were relatively minor. However, given the increasingly unpredictable situation in Egypt, my staff and I are working closely with the State Department to ensure her safe return to the U.S.
“The violence Professor Radwan experienced is not only unacceptable, but antithetical to the principles of free and open government. I am especially concerned by the treatment of journalists and human rights advocates, many of whom are directly threatened by the turmoil permeating Egypt. Action must be taken to ensure these brave men and women are able to continue their important work.
“Ultimately, violence and intimidation will not address the grievances of the Egyptian people, nor can they form the foundation of a truly democratic government. I urge President Mubarak to quickly and peacefully begin the transition to an interim government and, ultimately, democratic elections. Only then can the Egyptian people experience the social, political, and economic renewal that they so greatly deserve."
Congressman Mike Thompson is proud to represent California's 1st Congressional District, which includes Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino, Napa, and portions of Sonoma and Yolo counties. He is a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Rep. Thompson is also a member of the fiscally conservative Blue Dog Coalition and sits on the bipartisan, bicameral Congressional Wine Caucus.