Jim Bunning
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Jim Bunning is a former United States Senator from Kentucky, serving from 1999 to 2011. A member of the Republican Party, Bunning was known for his strong conservative positions and advocacy for fiscal responsibility. Before his political career, he was a professional baseball player, notably a pitcher in Major League Baseball, where he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1987. Bunning's tenure in the Senate included a focus on issues such as energy policy and workers' compensation reform, often criticizing the Department of Energy's handling of compensation programs for workers.
Mar 20, 2003
I do not think anyone here is not thinking about the military action in the Middle East.
Mar 20, 2003
The last comment that I want to make is that the housing industry itself has been a stalwart through all the problems that we have had.
Mar 20, 2003
You have heard some of the criticisms of your proposed changes. A lot of people think this is big versus little.
Oct 24, 2001
If Congress does nothing, many of these policies will not be renewed, and many businesses and properties will not be able to purchase insurance.
Oct 24, 2001
One critical part of the economy the attacks have affected is the insurance industry.
Oct 24, 2001
this hideous act that happened on September 11, is a disaster for the economy.
Oct 24, 2001
I believe there is a serious problem facing us that must be addressed by January 1.
Oct 24, 2001
Mr. Secretary, I have real problems with the Federal Government guaranteeing profits for insurance and reinsurance companies.