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Pete A. touches base with freshmen in Congress
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Posted on Feb 11 2005
Washington Rep. Pete A. Tenorio sent out an introductory letter to the newest members of Congress with hopes that they would be properly introduced to the CNMI.
In his letter, Tenorio gave a brief history of the CNMI from the days of World War II to the creation of the Covenant.
Since becoming Washington Representative in 2002, Tenorio has made it a point to build strong relationships with members of each party. In turn, Tenorio believes that these relationships would translate into stronger support for many of the impending issues of the CNMI such as the Delegate and water issues.
“I deeply appreciate the opportunity to introduce myself and my home, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. I look forward to working with you in promoting issues and mutual interests affecting the people of the Northern Marianas and the United States,” reads a part of Tenorio’s letter.
Tenorio has actually already started to personally visit some of the newest congressmen. Last week, he had a discussion with Luis Fortuno, who is the newest Delegate from Puerto Rico. As Fortuno also represents a U.S. territory and—like Tenorio—is a Republican, the Washington representative said he felt it was very important to establish that relationship early.
In the coming weeks and months, Tenorio hopes to personally visit most of the freshmen congressmen as he deems them potential allies.
The 109th Congress has produced 42 new congressmen from both parties.
Even though he identifies himself a Republican, Tenorio believes in bipartisan support and plans to meet with many of the Democrats as he has done throughout his term.
“The only real way to accomplish anything here in Washington is to work closely with members of both parties,” he said. (PR)
