Larry Craig
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Larry Craig is a former U.S. Senator from Idaho, serving from 1991 to 2009 as a member of the Republican Party. During his tenure, he was known for his work on issues related to transportation, agriculture, and natural resources. Craig was a prominent advocate for the construction of highways and infrastructure improvements in Idaho. He also served on various Senate committees, including the Appropriations Committee and the Energy and Natural Resources Committee. In 2007, he was involved in a controversial incident at an airport restroom that led to his decision not to seek re-election in 2008, ultimately resigning from the Senate in September of that year.
Oct 15, 2007
I don't agree with the lifestyle, and I have said so by my votes over the years and by my expressions. Have I viewed it as awful? I viewed it as a lifestyle I don't agree with.
Oct 15, 2007
Americans have been subjected to an unprecedented media feed. I think that certainly those who watch it and call me and say, Larry, we have never seen anything quite like this. As I say, in the middle of hurricane season, there weren't any…
Oct 15, 2007
It is an important next step. We don't know what the appellate court will say to us or to me. But, you know, I could honestly say appeals courts tend to defend the courts below them. At the same time, my attorneys think we do have some…
Oct 14, 2007
Romney not only threw me under his campaign bus, he backed up and ran over me again.
Oct 7, 2007
Senator Craig has made a great contribution to Idaho over the past few decades.
Oct 3, 2007
In doing so, I hope to allow a smooth and orderly transition of my loyal staff and for the person appointed to take my place at William E. Borah's desk. I have full confidence that Governor Otter will appoint a successor who will serve…
Oct 3, 2007
To Idahoans I represent, to my staff, my Senate colleagues, but most importantly, to my wife and my family, I apologize for what I have caused. I am deeply sorry. It is with sadness and deep regret that I announced that it is my intent to…
Oct 3, 2007
I will continue to serve Idaho in the United States Senate and there are several reasons for that.
Oct 3, 2007
It is with sadness and deep regret that I announce that it is my intent to resign from the Senate effective September 30th.