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On Tuesday, October 14, 2003 I visited L-3 Communications in Camden to congratulate the company on the 100,000th Secure Terminal Equipment (STE) sold. This new technology is the next generation of secure voice and data equipment for advanced digital communications networks, such as Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN). The STE allows troops in the field to communicate with commanders securely in real time. L-3's Camden facility employs 1,000 workers, and the phone is the largest product line there. Since 1999, I have actively worked to support funding for work on the STE in the federal defense budget.
I visited L-3 during a full day devoted to improving our nation's economy by creating jobs, not through tax cuts. As a result of the ongoing war against terror, the defense sector is one of the bright spots in our economy. This is a win-win for our country because companies like L-3 are providing South Jersey residents stable employment while at the same time helping our troops to fight terror safely and effectively. I thank L-3 for working to keep our troops safe in Iraq, Afghanistan and other combat areas around the world in the effort to stamp out terror. I also thank L-3 for their efforts to boost the economy here at home by employing so many people and continuing to excel in their field. |
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