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.
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.
With your help and with Senator Steven's help, you were able to get back some money, a small amount.
The lawyer for outgoing Senator Ted Stevens says his client's guilty verdict should be thrown out.
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.
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.
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.
This has been the saddest day of my life. I say good-bye to the Senate tonight. Thank you very much.
I'm going to go to every one of your states and I'm going to tell them what you've done.
The impact of these charges on my family disturbs me greatly. I am innocent of these charges and I intend to prove that.