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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.

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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.

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Oct 3, 2007

Senator Larry Craig makes it definite. He's definitely not resigning, even though he said he would if a judge upheld his guilty plea in a men's room sex sting.

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Sep 25, 2007

I will continue my work in the United States Senate for Idaho.

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Sep 23, 2007

This thing could take a new turn or a new shape, has that potential.

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Sep 23, 2007

Arlen Specter is now willing to come out in my defense, arguing that it appears, by all that he knows, I have been railroaded and all of that. Having all of that, we have reshaped my statement a little bit to say it is my intent to resign…

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Sep 4, 2007

It is my intent to resign from the Senate effective September 30.

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Sep 4, 2007

Arlen Specter is now willing to come out in my defense, arguing that it appears, by all that he knows, I have been railroaded and all of that. Having all of that, we have reshaped my statement a little bit to say it is my intent to resign…

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Sep 4, 2007

This thing could take a new turn or a new shape, has that potential.

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Sep 3, 2007

Arlen Specter is now willing to come out in my defense, arguing that it appears, by all that he knows, that I have been railroaded and all that.

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Sep 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…

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