It is vital that Iraq and the United States together send the clearest possible signal that those who commit acts of violence against American military forces and American civilians will not be rewarded with amnesty.

House of Representatives Skelton won the Democratic nomination to succeed him with 40% of the vote in a crowded primary field of nine Democratic candidates. Personal life
His wife of 44 years Susan Anding Skelton died on August 23 2005. S.

During his tenure he served as the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee. S.