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Feb 13 2012
Tate Zeigler (202-224-5972) or Kevin Bishop (864-250-1417)
Larry Abernathy was one of the most dedicated public servants I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He truly loved Clemson and provided steady and strong leadership during his time as Mayor.Feb 09 2012
Tate Zeigler (202-224-5972) or Kevin Bishop (864-250-1417)
This is a major step on the road to a nuclear renaissance in the United States. NRC approvals will allow us to move forward as a nation in building new reactors for the first time in more than 30 years.Feb 09 2012
Tate Zeigler (202-224-5972) or Kevin Bishop (864-250-1417)
The Obama Administration's insistence that religious organizations violate their beliefs will be rejected by the American people. Religious organizations should not be required to provide health care services that violate the pillars of their faith.Feb 08 2012
Tate Zeigler (202-224-5972) or Kevin Bishop (864-250-1417)
The conflict in Syria is entering a critical new phase. Assad's slaughter of people in Syria, including dozens more killed today, is only increasing and growing more ruthless.Feb 08 2012
Tate Zeigler (202-224-5972) or Kevin Bishop (864-250-1417)
This is the most significant federal contribution made thus far to the Charleston Harbor deepening effort. It is a significant victory given the fact President Obama's budget for Fiscal Year 2012 had nothing allocated for Charleston.Jan 30 2012
Tate Zeigler (202-224-5972) or Kevin Bishop (864-250-1417)
The Obama Administration's decision to delay construction of the Keystone XL pipeline was irresponsible. Keystone XL will create thousands of jobs in the United States and also help reduce our dependence on oil from the Middle East and Venezuela.
Jan 25 2012
Tate Zeigler (202-224-5972) or Kevin Bishop (864-250-1417)
I disagree with President Obama. Washington's problem is not that there is too little revenue. Washington's problem is that it spends too much. Tonight was more about political theater than problem solving.Jan 19 2012
Tate Zeigler (202-224-5972) or Kevin Bishop (864-250-1417)
I am a strong supporter of protecting intellectual property rights, which is vital to the American economy. Online piracy is a direct threat to the competing principles of copyright protection and web freedom.Jan 11 2012
Tate Zeigler (202-224-5972) or Kevin Bishop (864-250-1417)
The beginning of enrichment at the Fordow facility marks an alarming leap forward by the Iranian nuclear program. Despite the increased sanctions put in place over the last several years, the American people should have no illusions: time is now quickly running out to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran.
Jan 06 2012
Tate Zeigler (202) 224-5972 or Kevin Bishop (864) 250-1417
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), John Thune (R-South Dakota), John Barrasso (R-Wyoming), Mike Johanns (R-Nebraska), Kay Hagan (D-North Carolina), Richard Burr (R-North Carolina), and Representative Kay Granger (R-Texas) will travel to Africa from January 5-13.
The delegation will conduct oversight of Department of Defense, Department of State, and USAID activities in Africa. The congressional delegation trip seeks to understand the impact of U.S. sponsored counter-terrorism programs and projects relating to health, economic development, and strengthened trade relationships with African nations.
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