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Browning Commends Bush on Peace Effort

Episcopal News Service. September 17, 1991 [91183A]

In a September 10 letter, Presiding Bishop Edmond L. Browning commended President George Bush for his "leadership in advancing the peace process in the Middle East." Although Browning noted that he and the president had "differences" during the Persian Gulf crisis, he wrote, " I could not be more supportive of your efforts to generate a peace conference in the Middle East." Browning described Bush's position opposing Israeli settlements in the occupied territories as "courageous and proper." Browning also expressed support of Bush's decision to delay $10 billion in loan guarantees until the Middle East peace process has begun. Browning also commended Secretary of State James Baker for his work on the proposed peace conference, and assured Bush that he would keep him and Baker in his prayers.