Pete Domenici
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Pete V. Domenici is a former United States Senator from New Mexico, serving from 1973 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his work on budgetary issues and energy policy. During his tenure, he played a significant role in shaping legislation related to nuclear energy and national defense. Domenici was also involved in various bipartisan efforts, particularly in the areas of health care and education reform. He was a prominent advocate for fiscal responsibility and was instrumental in the passage of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997.
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July 6, 2014
It is clear from this example that good things can happen when we open up more areas for drilling in a responsible manner.
— Pete Domenici
May 19, 2014
I guess I would start by saying that he, Senator Alexander, he typifies the American Dream.
Nov 15, 2012
to redress the balance between the Government acting in its discretionary capacity and the individual
Jun 18, 2012
I am sure people are scratching their heads, as I am, wondering, why is the President not sitting down with top congressional leaders and saying, how do we avoid this, as opposed to, I am sad to say, the President does not seem very…
Jun 18, 2012
Without the President we do not get it done ought to be the hue and cry from the Congress and the people of this country.
Jun 18, 2012
Well, I would just say that, sometimes when we are working on trying to solve this fiscal problem, the recognition that a long-term fix is what is needed puts many people in the position that they do not know how you do that and do it now.
Jun 18, 2012
the lower the tax, the better in terms of the economy and its capability to produce and grow.
Jun 18, 2012
The two of us have done this budgeting differently because we have done it bipartisanly from the very beginning.
Jun 18, 2012
I think you raise a good point. We have to be careful about the issue you raised. It is a serious one.