Statement from families of Laura Ling and Euna Lee
[cnn-photo-caption image=http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2009/WORLD/asiapcf/08/04/nkorea.clinton/art.korea.afp.gi.jpg caption="Supporters rally for U.S. journalists Euna Lee and Laura Ling on June 4 in Seoul, South Korea."]
From the 'Free Laura Ling and Euna Lee' website':
The families of Laura Ling and Euna Lee are overjoyed by the news of their pardon. We are so grateful to our government: President Obama, Secretary Clinton and the U.S. State Department for their dedication to and hard work on behalf of American citizens.
We especially want to thank President Bill Clinton for taking on such an arduous mission and Vice President Al Gore for his tireless efforts to bring Laura and Euna home. We must also thank all the people who have supported our families through this ordeal, it has meant the world to us. We are counting the seconds to hold Laura and Euna in our arms.
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So thankful they are home safe with their families. I have the utmost respect for journalists, but hope they learned a lesson about borders and not crossing where they should not have been.
This morning i wake up with this happy news, that the girls are free,i am really happy for their families.What or who ever helps that this could happened,thank you verry much.
Sometimes bad stories can find a good end .
Bill Clinton is a truly great leader and diplomat who unselfishly gives of himself to help others especially his countrymen. I am so glad that the women are on their way home to their families and hope we get to see some pictures of their arrival home – especially of Euna's baby seeing her mom for the first time in almost half a year. That moment will be a very happy moment for everyone. I'm so glad this has worked out so well.
Wonderful news. These families will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Mr and Mrs Clinton truly a great leaders.
Many thanks to Lee and Ling for their dedication to free press and finding truth. Thanks to Bill and everyonr who made this a success..better yet, would be great if the right wing or anyone to not inject politix into this matter..we all have families and we love them...welcome back home Laura and Ling
This is just proof that God's light can shine even in the darkest of places and situations.
Prayers for a safe return!
Your president is a great leader
When will young idealistic people learn not to go anywhere near the borders of countries like N. Korea, China, Iran etc.???? I, too, am pleased they have been "pardoned", however stay away from where you are at risk.
Thank god it was President Clinton that got the job done....could imagine if George Jr was sent.... Need I say more!
Congrats to them, their families & Clinton. Somehow he charmed that mean, little midget.
what better news to hear than this and know it is also for thier families thanks goes to former president clinton
So what did the US government promise?
Awesome! This is truly great news! I'm so happy for all involved!
Our prayers have been with you and will be as you all recover during the weeks to come.GLove to you all...
We too are overjoyed at your good news! When I saw Lisa and
the families on tv it just broke my heart, and I prayed every day
from the beginning for this day to come. I would give anything
to see the face of Euna's daughter when she sees her mother!
I am so relieved that Laura's mom and dad no longer have this
burden to bear. God bless you all!
Thank you former president Bill Clinton. You are a true statesman. travel safely ladies and welcome home soon.
Glad they can be home. The apology was really for their trespassing, and not admitting to spying. Yay for Clinton getting the job done!
Say what you want about Bill Clinton but he is a hell of a diplomat. Families must be overjoyed.
Great news, although it is too bad that Mr. Clinton (Mr. Ex-President?) had to apologize, as if the two journalists were really spying.
To Laura and Euna's families, I am so happy for all of you! What a glorious day this is! We love you all! God bless you! Thank you to everyone for making this happen!
Lilibeth
Edmonds, Washington
FINALLY!!!!
The good news should be celebrated very much.
The anxiety of the family should be of the size of our world!
Now just wait for the return of the two journalists and, perhaps, attend an Anderson’s interview, with them, in AC360. Huh, huh???