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Ted Stevens

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Ted Stevens was a prominent U.S. Senator from Alaska, serving from 1968 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his influential role in shaping federal policies related to aviation, telecommunications, and infrastructure. Stevens was a key advocate for modernizing the air traffic control system, emphasizing the need for quick action to prevent aviation gridlock. His tenure was marked by significant contributions to Alaska's development and federal funding for various projects in the state. Stevens was the longest-serving senator in Alaska's history and held several leadership positions, including Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman.

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Aug 21, 2009

Shame on us. It's because we're addicted to oil in one arm, and we're addicted to greed that somehow we have convinced people that we can't do it.

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Aug 21, 2009

We should be the world's leaders. Alaska should lead this parade.

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Aug 21, 2009

I say failure is if you don't try. I say failure is if you give up.

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Aug 21, 2009

With your help and with Senator Steven's help, you were able to get back some money, a small amount.

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Dec 21, 2008

The lawyer for outgoing Senator Ted Stevens says his client's guilty verdict should be thrown out.

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Oct 21, 2008

Jury deliberations began today in the corruption trial of Senator Ted Stevens. The Alaska Republican is charged with seven felony counts of making false financial disclosures about home renovations worth a $250 million.

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Jul 29, 2008

I've been called a liar; I've been told that I violated the rules. Should I lose the reputation I've got for 37 years in the senate? No one's ever questioned my integrity before this year.

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Jul 29, 2008

I've been -- I've been called a liar. I've been told that I violated the rules. Should I lose the reputation I've got for 37 years in the Senate? No one's ever questioned my integrity before this year.

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Jul 29, 2008

This has been the saddest day of my life. I say good-bye to the Senate tonight. Thank you very much.

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Jul 29, 2008

I'm going to go to every one of your states and I'm going to tell them what you've done.

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Jul 28, 2008

The impact of these charges on my family disturbs me greatly. I am innocent of these charges and I intend to prove that.

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