fortunately with your assistance we were able to present the flip side of the coin and let the American public know about our progressive and secular movement who wants to rebuild the country in a different way far from violence, terrorism, and of course occupation.

various factors had contributed in making the tour absolutely successful and fruitful and I can summarize them in some points:

1. the variety of people who we met with from different sectors, ages, political positions, and different beliefs.

2. the press coverages and interviews

3. the variety of the cities and locations 4. the curiosity of the public who decided to get first hand info rather than relying on the corporate media 5. the tied security that the delegations were under, to be well protected in their tour 6. the huge number of volunteers who played a major and indispensable role in making the tour great. and the worm welcome we received in every where our feet stepped without any exception.

7. the joint statement that we consider it as a historical document that demonstrated the international solidarity among the workers no matter where they are coming from, regardless of any background finally I would say that was an excellent well orchestrated, coordinated, organized, historical and unforgettable tour.

again on behalf of the Iraqi labor movement and in particular the

(FWCUI) I would like to thank you very much for this unique opportunity.

actually I can't find the word to express my feelings however I believe you understand me as you always did.

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Amjad Aljawhary