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Responses from the President:
"Because of the large number of similar requests received by the White House, I must decline your request"
06-22-01 President - Director of Presidential Messages
INAPPROPRIATE
"I believe Government should be active but limited, engaged but not overbearing. Your views are helpful
as my staff and I work with Congress to address our obligations to our citizens and to meet the Nation's pressing needs."
07-31-01 President George W. Bush
VIEWS IN MIND
"This is to acknowledge that your correspondence has been received by our office. At this time, we have forwarded it to the appropriate individual for review"
05-22-01 Vice President - Director of Correspondence
NOT MY DEPT
"Thank you very much for your letter about energy solutions. The First Lady welcomes the perspective of people like you who clearly care a great deal about important issues and have taken time to write. We have noted your comments and shared your letter with the appropriate members of the White House staff"
07-02-01 President - Director of Correspondence for the First Lady
VIEWS IN MIND
"On behalf of President Bush, thank you for your letter. He appreciates hearing from the American people about their concerns and welcomes their suggestions. President Bush is strongly committed to pursuing policies and programs that meet America's priorities and address our needs. By working with Congress and focusing on results, his Administration is making significant progress on an agenda that is worth of our great country. In support of this goal, President Bush welcomes the ideas and opinions of all Americans. Thank you for writing him, and best wishes."
08-07-01 President - Presidential Director of Correspondence
NOT A PRIORITY
"I have been asked to respond to your recent letter to President Bush inviting him to attend the Campaign
for Disclosure tour stop in Washington, DC on October 7, 2001 or in New York on October 19, 2001.
While the President appreciates your extending this opportunity, due to the heavy commitments of his schedule we must unfortunately regret. I know you will understand that with the tremendous demands on his time, he must often miss events such as this. The President has asked me to thank you for thinking of him and to covey his best wishes for a successful tour."
08-14-01 President - Deputy Assistant to the President
NOT A PRIORITY
Responses from Representatives:
"I found the information very intriguing. Please continue to let me know your views on this"
05-23-01 MI Joe Knollenberg
INTEREST
"While it is important to pay close attention to these issues, I am not on the committee of jurisdiction"
05-24-01 OH Sherrod Brown
NOT MY DEPT
"Thank you for contacting my office regarding the Disclosure Project. I appreciate your thoughts on this issue. Unfortunately, you have been victimized by an internet hoax. The Disclosure Project is nothing more than a fund raising device for its founders. To my knowledge, no investigative work of any substance has been performed by this organization. There also are no technologies in existence that have come from an extraterrestrial origin."
06-26-01 GA Johnny Isakson
INAPPROPRIATE
"As you know, the possibility of this phenomena has been long-debated, To further your reading on the matter, I have enclosed a Congressional Service Research Report entitled 'The UFO Engima' "
07-02-01 OK Steve Largent
EVIDENCE DENIAL
"Please be assured that I have noted your concerns and will be back in touch with you with a more detailed response. I am always eager to hear the views of constituents of the Fifth Congressional district because they help me evaluate the many issues that come before Congress"
06-11-01 SC John M. Spratt Jr.
INTEREST
"Thank you for your recent e-mail expressing strong support for an open dialogue on potential interface between humans and life forms from beyond our own solar system. I appreciate you taking the time to share your insights with me. As you are aware, the issue of establishing a national defense system, which may incorporate space based sensors, is currently being discussed by the Administration. As those talks extend to the Congress, I will be certain to keep your concerns in mind."
05-02-01 AZ Ed Pastor
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for bringing to my attention the conference regarding extraterrestrial issues and Unidentified
Flying Objects (UFO). I appreciate your taking the time to get into touch. Unfortunately, I was unable to attend the conference. But knowing of your interest in these issues, I will keep your comments in mind should topics related to the extraterrestrial come before the House for debate. Likewise, I hope you will continue to share your concerns with me regarding such matters."
05-24-01 CO Mark Udall
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for expressing your support for congressional hearings on Unidentified Flying Objects
and extraterrestrial events. While it is important to pay close attention to these issues, especially with our continuous
presence in space, I am not on the committee of jurisdiction. Please be assured should relevant legislation come before the House, I will keep your views in mind."
05-24-01 OH Sherrod Brown
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for sharing your views with me on UFOs. I always appreciate knowing about the concerns and opinions of my constituents, and will certainly take your views under advisement should this issue ever be deliberated by the House of Representatives."
05-25-01 AZ J D Hayworth
VIEWS IN MIND
"I am enclosing the information you requested. As your Congressman, I am happy to be of service to you. If I or my staff can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me."
06-06-01 FL Peter Deutsch
UNKNOWN
"Thank you for your letter about outer space and the possible development of space-based weapons. Outer space is the next frontier for exploration and development. We agree that we need to proceed in a scientific manner when considering space research. Should legislation affecting the possible deployment or regulation of space-based weapons come before the House, I will have your views in mind."
06-13-01 TX Lamar Smith
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for contacting me regarding the possibility of extraterrestrial activity in the United States. I support full and open disclosure by all government agencies of any information regarding Unidentified Flying Objects. As you may know, both the United States Air Force and the General Accounting Office (GAO) have conducted reviews of available government information on UFOs. I have enclosed a copy of the GAO's report on the alleged crash of a UFO in Roswell, New Mexico in 1947. Although I support efforts to ensure that citizens have full access to relevant information on these issues, I am unaware of any legislation currently before the Congress regarding this matter."
06-19-01 CA David Dreier
EVIDENCE DENIAL
"Thank you for your letter regarding space based weapons and extraterrestrial relations. I am unaware of any current legislation to develop and cultivate a relationship with extraterrestrials. While I do not sit on any of the appropriate committees, I will certainly monitor future hearings and will keep your views in mind should pertinent legislation be heard
on the House floor. The Outer Space Treaty of 1967 contains an undertaking not to place in orbit around the Earth any objects carrying nuclear weapons or any other kinds of weapons of mass destruction. The actions taken by the Pentagon to date do not appear to violate this provision, but do protect our national security and our troops stationed abroad. There may be a day that outer space is used as a battlefield. I do not wish for that day to come, but I do not want our
country to be caught unaware when it does. The Constitution directs Congress to provide for the common defense. I would be derelict in my duty and to my oath of office if I did not review carefully defensive measures that may maintain our way of life and system of government. But, once again, there is a difference between reviewing developing technology and supporting its deployment. I, therefore, pay careful attention to debates on the defense budget before deciding how to cast my vote."
06-28-01 FL Karen L Thurman
VIEWS IN MIND
"thank you for sharing your support for congressional hearings and legislation regarding extraterrestrial phenomena, space development, and space-based weapons. You may be aware that there are currently no congressional hearings scheduled with regard to extraterrestrial phenomena. However, please be assured that I will keep your thoughts in mind, should Congress consider such issues, and as questions of national defense and space exploration are addressed."
07-18-01 TX Dick Armey
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for recently contacting me regarding the Campaign for Disclosure, which seeks to bring to light information concerning UFOs and other extraterrestrial events. I believe that it is very important for the United States to consider testimony from a variety of sources on these issues, and for this testimony to take place without fear of
repercussions. I am encouraged that you are providing an opportunity for such an exchange to take place. As a member of the House Science Committee and House Armed Services Committee, I spend a good deal of time considering issues such as energy, propulsion, and defense. I strongly support the U.S. space program and the development of space propulsion systems, which will boost our economy and national defense. The House Science Committee is actively encouraging
the development of space propulsion, and NASA is funding the Advanced Space Transportation Program to develop future reusable launch vehicles. As you know, Secretary of Defense Rumsfeld has proposed possible space-based military applications, which are currently under consideration by the Department of Defense. I believe that our national security is a very important issue and I am considering Secretary Rumsfeld's proposal. As this issue comes before Congress, I will keep your concerns in mind."
07-23-01 MO W Todd Akin
INTEREST
"Thank you for contacting our office to express your concern with the events surrounding Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs). We appreciate hearing from you. As you know Project Disclosure recently produced witnesses
who testified to the existence of UFOs and the existence of extraterrestrial life. We were aware of the briefing by Dr. Greer and the Disclosure Project, but were unable to attend. We appreciate your sharing your concerns along with the sample letter with our office. While the existence of UFOs and extraterrestrial life will continue to be examined, the United States has a policy of developing and deploying a missile defense system as soon as technologically feasible. President George W. Bush has not outlined the plans for the national defense system, but he has indicated that space-based defense will be a part of the total structure of the system. We will keep your views in mind as the missile defense system plan is debated on the floor of the House."
07-25-01 NC Howard Coble
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for contacting me regarding your concerns about UFO technologies. I appreciate your being in touch.
Currently there are no hearings scheduled regarding allegations of suppressed knowledge by the U.S. government of Ufos or UFO technologies. additionally, the only major new space endeavor that I am currently aware of is the Bush Administration plan to create a missile defense shield. while the Administration has not yet provided specific details about the project, I plan to monitor the issue closely. Please be assured that I will keep your thoughts in mind should hearings be held or relevant legislation be considered regarding UFOs or UFO technologies during the 107th Congress."
07-31-01 WV Alan B Mollohan
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for your letter regarding UFO's. I appreciate knowing your thoughts. I have reviewed your comments and always enjoy the opportunity to hear first-hand from constituents such as yourself about the matters that are important to you. I will keep your comments in mind"
08-01-01 ID Mike Simpson
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for your recent communication regarding Unidentified Flying Objects (UFO) and related
government projects. The subject of UFOs is often overlooked, but it seems that many people have
encountered similar sightings. As you mentioned, a conference at the National Press Club on May 9, 2001,
included more than 20 military, government, and corporate witnesses who testified on the subject of UFOs and extraterrestrial events. The even was webcast live, and over 250,000 people were waiting online for the press conference to being. It is evident that this is an issue that affects American citizens and deserves careful consideration. I understand that the Disclosure Project calls for open, secrecy-free hearings on the UFO/Extraterrestrial presence on and around Earth. IF such hearings occur, I will carefully review the testimony while keeping your thoughts in mind. In your fax, you also mentioned your desire to keep space free of nuclear weapons as the weapons might be used against extraterrestrial civilizations. However, threats from rogue nations are a serious threat toward our national security. These threats demand a theater high altitude defense system and ultimately these weapons. For these reasons, I believe we should commit to the deployment of a national missile defense system. I realize we disagree on the merits of deploying a missile defense system, however, I respect your position and thank you for sharing it with me."
08-02-01 WI F James Sensenbrenner Jr.
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for contacting me regarding congressional activity related to the existence of extraterrestrial civilizations. I am unaware of any current legislation or House committee activity related to the existence of extraterrestrial civilizations. Although I am not a member of any House committees with jurisdiction over such matters, I will keep your concerns in mind if the House should consider legislation in this area"
07-09-01 NC David Price
VIEWS IN MIND
"I would like to see some factual examples of electro-gravitices. If you have any concrete and specific examples, I would surely like to know about them."
07-24-01 VA Virgil H Goode Jr
INTEREST
"The Administration is currently reviewing the technological feasibility of developing a national missile defense. Although it is too early to draw a definitive conclusion, it certainly appears that constructing a space-based system capable of intercepting Chinese or Russian nuclear missiles may not be feasible given our current technological abilities. Moreover, such a system might be easily evaded by the construction of new missiles or decoys at a rate and cost beyond our ability to meet with these additional defensive measures. Finally, establishing an NMD with this purpose in mind would be incredibly expensive, might potentially undermine our relations with these countries, or lead to a renewed arms race. A realistic missile defense system might specifically target small, extremist states, such as North Korea and Iraq. If so, we should focus our efforts on boost-phase defenses. Boost-phase defenses use ground-based interceptors to shoot down enemy missiles early in their flights and are very resistant to counter-measures and decoys. In addition, any program developed may be required to extend protection to our allies. Otherwise, a rogue nation could blackmail us by targeting London or Paris instead of Los Angeles or San Francisco. A national missile defense system must be approached cautiously and with careful attention paid to the possible diplomatic and financial consequences. for now, the Bush Administration will be best
served by seeking international support for a realistic system and accept allied consultation on its design. This issue is highly controversial and many aspects of a proposed system have yet to be finalized. Please be assured that I will continue to keep your views in mind as I carefully review this issue."
07-25-01 CA Adam B Schiff
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for contacting me with your concerns regarding the theorized UFO/Extraterrestrial
presence on and around Earth. I have taken the liberty of forwarding a copy of your letter to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Science to obtain additional information. I will be sure to forward the information
on to you as soon as I receive it."
08-09-01 TX Sam Johnson
INTEREST
"Thank you for informing me of your strong support for prohibition of space-based weapons and your concerns about President Bush's proposed National Missile Defense (NMD) system. I appreciate hearing from you on this important issue and understand your concerns. In the race to explore the unknown that is space, the United States has been a forerunner. Billions have been spent since the 1950s in an attempt to explore our universe. Currently, the international space Station (ISS) has been completed to the point that astronauts from all nations can live aboard it. This is the latest attempt to explore space. In these efforts to find other life forms, every precaution will be taken to ensure that both parties can grow from the meeting. Each year, Congress provides funding for several space exploration projects. In the upcoming months, I suspect that I will have the opportunity to consider the future of many of these programs as part of the legislation that provides funds for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Throughout these debates, you can rest assured that I will keep your thoughts about space exploration in mind and take action as appropriate. From my perspective, continued space exploration is the only way that we can discover more about the universe in which we live. In your correspondence to me, you also note your concerns about the effects that space-based weapons may have on space exploration and extraterrestrial events. As you may know, President Bush has signaled his desire to implement a system that my include space-based weapons as part of the National Missile Defense (NMD) system. The NMD is a system that has been pursued as early as the 1950s in order to provide america security against foreign threats. It gained widespread attention in the 1980s when then President Ronald Reagan launched a research and development effort into more extensive defenses. During the 106th Congress, the U.S. House of Representatives considered the issue of NMD on several occasions. Last year, for example, we considered H.R. 4, commonly called the Missile Defense bill. This legislation states that the policy of the United States is to deploy a national missile defense system. After careful consideration of all sides of this issue, I decide to vote for H.R. 4, which passed the House by a vote of 345 to 71 and was subsequently signed into law by former President Clinton. From my standpoint, rogue states such as North Korea, Iraq, Iran, Libya, and Syria have a long history of acting in unpredictable and often irrational ways. We cannot rely on the strategic measure that kept us a peace with the soviet Union throughout the Cold War to protect us from these nations. but because any NMD deployment must be subject to the authorization and funding process, Congress has an opportunity to review the technological effectiveness of a NMD and the actual national security threats that would warrant the deployment of NMD every year. At present, I remain doubtful that the technology would be effective if deployed and therefore will carefully review all requests for funding aimed beyond NMD research. Finally, you can rest assured that I will take your thoughts and views into consideration should I have the opportunity to consider any proposal that seeks to further expand NMD into space during the 107th Congress. Again, thank you for contacting me to express your support for peaceful space relations."
08-14-01 PA Paul Kanjorski
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for contacting my office to express your support for the Disclosure Project. As your Representative, i appreciate the opportunity to respond to your concerns. You will be pleased to learn that in May I met with representatives from the Center for the Study of Extraterrestrial Intelligence (CSETI). Clearly, the issues surrounding UFO and ETI
secrecy have many implications. The detailed issue brief I received from CSETI on the Disclosure Project intrigued me. I will certainly take your views into consideration as I continue my work in Congress. Once again, thank you for bringing this UFO/ETI issue to my attention. If I can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me."
08-15-01 CA Lois Capps
INTEREST
"Thank you for contacting me regarding your support for the Disclosure Project. Your views are important, and I appreciate your taking the time to share them with me. As you know, the Disclosure Project calls on Congress to hold open hearings on advanced energy and propulsion systems, enact legislation that will ban all space-based weapons, as well as comprehensive legislation to research, develop and explore space peacefully and cooperatively with all cultures on Earth and in space. Legislation regarding this issue has not been introduced, but please rest assured that I will keep your views in mind should such a bill come before me on the House floor for a vote."
08-20-03 NC Sue Myrick
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for sharing your concerns regarding the unidentified flying objects (UFOs)
and the nonprofit organization dedicated to researching them the Disclosure Project. Be
assured I will keep your views in mind should legislation regarding UFOs come to the House
floor for a vote. I am always very interested in knowing the concerns of Third District
Kansas on the major issues of the day. It is only through the efforts of concerned
Kansans, such as you, who take the time to contact their elected Representatives that I can become
fully aware of hte diverse spectrum of views held by residents of the Third District.
I have enclosed "Unidentified Flying Objects Research Guide" I found on the U.S. Navy's Web site
for your review. Thank you again for contacting me. I hope you will continue to keep in touch
and please feel free to let me know whenever I may be of assistance."
02-23-05 KS Dennis Moore
VIEWS IN MIND
Responses from Senators:
"However, in the recent absence of recent UFO activity, the absence of any
scientific gain from the past study of UFOs, and the absence of hostility from
any previously reported UFOs, it would be irresponsible to spend taxpayer money
on hearings and legislation related to such phenomena."
05-25-01 OK James Inhofe
NOT A PRIORITY
"Thank you for your letter and enclosures about Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and
Extraterrestrial events. I have noted your comments about legislation that would ban
space-based weapons. You may be assured that I will keep your views in mind should pertinent
legislation be considered by the Senate"
08-01-01 WV Robert C Byrd
VIEWS IN MIND
"it appears the Department of Defense needs to respond to your request. I have sent a copy of your letter to the agency and asked that they respond directly to you"
07-18-01 NV John Ensign
NOT MY DEPT
"I appreciate hearing your support for a congressional investigation into the existence of UFOs,
Please know, should this issue come before the Senate, I will certainly keep your comments in mind."
07-09-01 WA Maria Cantwell
VIEWS IN MIND
"I read your comments with interest and will keep your comments in mind as my staff
and I review legislation."
06-25-01 CA Dianne Feinstein
07-10-01 CA Dianne Feinstein
VIEWS IN MIND
"Having researched the issues you raised, I found no record of legislation regarding the
existence of extraterrestrial presence. In addition, there is no pending legislation, which would
ban all space-based weapons. Your communication raised some interesting points, and I appreciate
your sharing them with me"
07-21-01 ID Mike Crapo
INTEREST
"The House of Representatives conducted two Congressional inquires regarding UFOs
and extraterrestrial events in the late 1960s." "Since that time, however, I am
unaware of any further investigation by Congress of these matters"
"If technology can be developed - and I believe it can - to protect U.S. citizens from
a ballistic missile attack, then the U.S. government must do everything in its power
to build an deploy that system."
06-18-01 KY Mitch McConnell
NOT A PRIORITY
"the Disclosure project has issued a 500-page report asserting the existence of a
cover-up of visits by intelligent beings from a planet or planets other than Earth.
In addition, representatives of the project have called for Congressional hearings on this matter.
While there is no legislation currently pending for Congressional hearings planned regarding this issue,
please be assured that I will keep your views in mind should this issue come to the Senate for consideration"
05-31-01 MD Paul Sarbanes
VIEWS IN MIND
"As you know, people have long wondered. are we truly alone in this universe?
There have been numerous accounts of "contacts" or "sightings" of UFOs and
extraterrestrial beings. While I certainly do not discredit these reports, I
Have not heard of any concrete evidence that would suggest there are other beings out there.
Please know that I will keep your thoughts on this matter in mind, but I doubt that
Congressional hearings dealing with extraterrestrial beings will be held in the Senate"
06-29-01 CO Ben Nighthorse Campbell
07-16-01 CO Ben Nighthorse Campbell
07-16-01 CO Ben Nighthorse Campbell
05-08-01 CO Ben Nighthorse Campbell
EVIDENCE DENIAL
"As one of the few scientists in the United States Senate, I believe in the scientific method
and am open to any credible information and proof of extraterrestrial contact, and to date there has been none.
That being said, we luckily live in a democracy where our government can be open with the majority of
information that it has. Little proof of extraterrestrial visitation was revealed in the two previous
Congressional hearings on UFO's in the 1960's. However, if there comes a time when corroborative proof
of extraterrestrials is shown, then maybe Congress should revisit the issue"
07-05-01 CO Wayne Allard
07-05-01 CO Wayne Allard
06-05-01 CO Wayne Allard
07-24-01 CO Wayne Allard
07-24-01 CO Wayne Allard
07-05-01 CO Wayne Allard
07-16-01 CO Wayne Allard
EVIDENCE DENIAL
"I agree with you that space research is one of the most fascinating areas of scientific pursuit. For this reason, I continue to be a strong supporter of funding for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the National Science Foundation. I believe that future technologies developed by these agencies will allow us to understand even more about our own solar system and the universe. You provide an interesting perspective on these issues. I will take your views into account should relevant legislation come before the Senate."
06-29-01 FL Bill Nelson
07-03-01 FL Bill Nelson.
06-29-01 FL Bill Nelson
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for your recent letter regarding the existence of a UFO and extraterrestrial presence
on earth. I appreciate your sharing your views. Rest assured I will keep them in mind"
06-14-01 AZ Jon Kyl
07-15-01 AZ Jon Kyl
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for your letter concerning the holding of open hearings regarding extraterrestrial presence and advanced energy propulsion systems. I appreciate your taking the time to contact me. At this time, I am not aware of any legislation or hearings to explore the issues raised in your letter. However, should such issues be brought before the Senate, I will certainly keep your views in mind."
06-19-01 NM Jeff Bingaman
07-10-01 NM Jeff Bingaman
VIEWS IN MIND
"As always, I am grateful to you for taking the time to make me aware of matters that are of
particular importance to you. I assure you that I will keep your comments in mind."
06-19-01 NM Pete V Domenici
07-26-01 NM Pete V Domenici
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for your letter on the rising costs of energy and the nation's overall energy policy. I share your concerns, and I appreciate the opportunity to respond on these important issues. The energy price increase in recent months have imposed serious and unfair burdens on individuals and families across the nation and it is essential for Congress and the Administration to respond more effectively to this challenge. I am deeply concerned that President Bush's current energy proposal falls short of providing the kind of effective policy the nation needs. The Administration's plan does not deal at all with the current short-term crisis of energy costs. Its long-term policy is tilted heavily in favor of the oil and gas industry. It would ease restrictions on oil and gas development on public lands, open up the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for drilling, reduce restrictions on power plant emissions, and invest heavily in nuclear power- while also shortchanging the essential roles of improving energy conservation and improving energy efficiency in meeting the country's future energy requirements. I look forward to working with my colleagues in Congress on addressing the nation's energy policy. Please be assured that I will do all that I can to ensure that Congress passes an effective and comprehensive energy proposal."
06-26-01 MA Edward M Kennedy
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts on the possibility of extraterrestrial life.
I am always happy to hear from Missourians and am interested to know your thoughts on this issue."
07-12-01 MO Christopher S Bond
NOT A PRIORITY
"Having researched the issues you raised, I found no record of legislation regarding the existence
of extraterrestrial presence. In addition, there is no pending legislation, which would ban all space-based
weapons. Your communication raised some interesting points, and I appreciate your sharing them with me as the
107th Congress progresses. In the meantime please rest assured that I will continue to support research,
technology, and space exploration undertaken by NASA."
07-19-01 ID Mike Crapo
INTEREST
"Thank you for getting in touch with me to express your views about the Disclosure Project
and the possibility of an extraterrestrial presence. It's good to hear from you. I appreciate your input on this matter."
07-23-01 MD Barbara A Mikulski
06-08-01 MD Barbara A Mikulski
NOT A PRIORITY
"I appreciate knowing of your concerns and, should the Senate take up this or related issues,
I will have your views on file for my consideration at that time."
06-27-01 FL Bob Graham
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for contacting me regarding unidentified flying objects, extra-terrestrial life,
and space-based weapons systems. I appreciate hearing from you. As the President moves forward with his defense initiatives such as national missile defense system, the issue of space-based weapons systems will increasingly become a topic of debate. I already have concerns about the technological and economic feasibility of such a project, and I appreciate you bringing another perspective to this discussion. When this issue comes before the Senate, I will be sure to keep your views in mind."
07-20-01 NV Harry Reid
VIEWS IN MIND
"Thank you for contacting me regarding the Disclosure Project. I appreciate hearing from you and apologize for the delay in my response. Like you, I find the possibility of extraterrestrial life fascinating. While I suppose it is possible that life exists elsewhere in the universe, I do not think that the government is actively hiding information on this matter. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) devotes many of its resources to space exploration. NASA has made some exciting discoveries over the past decades, and I am sure that we will continue to learn new things about our galaxy. Regarding your concerns about classified projects, both the Congress and the executive branch work hard to strike the appropriate balance between the public's right to know and those secrets necessary to protect the security of this nation. Again, thank you for contacting me. Please let me know when ever I can be of additional help in the future."
11-05-03 OH Larry Craig
EVIDENCE DENIAL
"Thank you for contacting me about "The Disclosure Project." It is always a pleasure to hear from my constituents and I appreciate your efforts to bring this topic to my attention. Careful review of your letter and "The Disclosure Project" Website informed me of the call for open Congressional hearings on the alleged existence of extraterrestrial life and U.S. possession of clandestine advanced technologies. Further investigation indicates that no current legislation or hearings address these matters. If the Senate has the opportunity to consider these issues, please be assured that I will keep your perspective in mind. In the meantime, I am actively engaged in the development of a balanced energy plan to produce clean energy and a healthy environment. It is truly an honor to serve you in the United States Senate and I look forward to hearing from you again on topics of importance to you."
03-31-04 NJ SEN Jon Corzine
VIEWS IN MIND
Responses from Others:
"No Government agency is currently responsible for investigating UFOs because there is no factual evidence that alien life exists on other planets or that UFOs are related to aliens. I am enclosing our fact sheet"
11-23-99 NASA Associate Admin Public Affairs
06-13-01 NASA Public Inquires
EVIDENCE DENIAL
"UFOs and extraterrestrial life forms alleged to be present on Earth are matters no longer being
investigated by the Defense Department. From 1948-1969, the Air Force did conduct investigations under
several program names, the last of which was Project Blue Book. The decision to discontinue UFO investigations
was based on a number of factors, including reports and studies by the University of Colorado and the National
Academy of Sciences, as well as past UFO studies and the Air Force's two decades of experience investigating
UFO reports. As a result of these investigations, studies, and experience, Project blue Book concluded:
- No UFO reported, investigated, and evaluated by the air Force has ever given any indication of threat to our national security
- There has been no evidence submitted to or discovered by the air Force that sightings categorized as "unidentified" represent technological developments or principals beyond the range of present-day scientific knowledge.
- There has been no evidence indicating that sightings categorized as "unidentified" are extraterrestrial vehicles."
05-31-01 Secretary of Defense
EVIDENCE DENIAL
"Thank you for writing to the Union of Concerned Scientists with your information on UFO sightings and
the CD interview. We always appreciate hearing from our friends and supporters about their interests and concerns.
However, because UCS devotes all of its staff and resource to clean energy policy, global environment issues, food and environment, clean vehicles, global security, and nuclear power safety, we do not have information on this particular issue. we do not have the time or expertise to address this issue. I am sorry we cannot be of help in this matter."
08-01-01 Union of Concerned Scientists
NOT A PRIORITY
"I am writing on behalf of the Prime Minister to thank you for your letter if 19 June. Mr. Blair appreciates the time you have taken to explain your views. As I am sure you will understand, he receives many thousands of letters each week, so I hope you will understand that it is not possible for him to respond personally to the great majority of them. the Government are committed to energy efficiency and renewable energy, this will form a key part of the Energy Review, which
will develop a strategy for achieving greater energy efficiency. The Department for
Trade and Industry has lead responsibility on this issue. The establishment of a
national energy research centre was a key recommendation of the review, letd by the
Chief Scientific Advisor. This is part of the Government's broader proposal for
sustainable energy research. Yours sincerely, Aemer Lodhi ."
07-02-04 UK Prime Minister Tony Blair's Offices
INTEREST
"Many thanks for your fax in relation to UFOs and secret Government projects
being undertaken in America and the difficulties of relying on fossil fuels. I accept
totally your points on the use of fossil fuels and am active in the world of
environmental issues having been so since my days as Chair of the Environment
Committee on the Borough Council some years ago. As far as what is happening in
America however, I have no control over these issues and frankly have enough work
to do [to] support the well over 90,000 constituents of Northampton South within
Parliament. I am sure activists such as yourself will get to the bottom of these
issues and I thank you for taking the time to write to me. Yours sincerely,
Tony Clarke."
09-08-04 UK MP Tony Clarke
NOT MY DEPT
"Tim has asked me to acknowledge with thanks your letter of 25th
February about The Disclosure Project and related issues. He is going to
take the matter up with the Government and will come back to you just as soon
as he receives a response.
Fiona Gunn, Parliamentary Assistant to Tim Loughton MP, 020 7219 4471
POSITIVE ACTION
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