Sep 19, 2006
I thank my friend for his heartfelt and warm words. I yield 2 minutes to my distinguished colleague and very good friend from Illinois (Mr. Davis).
Tom Lantos
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Tom Lantos was a prominent American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from California's 12th congressional district. A member of the Democratic Party, Lantos was known for his strong advocacy on human rights issues and played a significant role in foreign policy matters during his tenure. He was the only Holocaust survivor to have served in Congress, which deeply influenced his commitment to human rights and humanitarian causes. Lantos served in Congress from 1981 until his retirement in 2008, when he chose not to seek re-election due to health issues. His legacy includes efforts to address global human rights abuses and to promote democracy around the world.
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Jul 26, 2006
I yield 2 minutes to distinguished Democratic whip, my good friend from Maryland (Mr. Hoyer). {time} 1800
Jul 26, 2006
I strongly support naming this historic legislation after our distinguished chairman as a small token of our respect and appreciation for his enormous contributions to the national security of the United States and to the sound conduct of…
Jul 26, 2006
I agree with my friend, Congressman Royce. Nuclear tests by India would put the U.S.-India nuclear cooperation agreement in serious jeopardy.
Jul 26, 2006
I regret but I must strongly oppose this amendment offered by my good friend from California. This amendment was carefully considered by the International Relations Committee and was overwhelming defeated on a bipartisan vote. It is a…
Jul 25, 2006
The prime minister is with the program. Understanding that terrorism in the region, whether within Iraq or by Hezbollah, in Lebanon, is unacceptable.
Jul 19, 2006
I am glad to yield to my friend, the gentleman from Illinois. Mr. LaHOOD. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding. I agree with everything you have said, Mr. Lantos. My only problem is, why not give the same kind of consideration…
Jul 19, 2006
in view of the fact that this is one of the most substantive debates of the year, that colleagues have been waiting for a long time, I respectfully ask unanimous consent that we extend the debate by 40 minutes, equally divided between Ms…
Jul 19, 2006
May I inquire, Mr. Speaker, how much time is left for both sides? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from California has 3\1/2\ minutes remaining, and the gentleman from Iowa has 6\1/2\ minutes remaining.
Jul 19, 2006
I am delighted to yield 7 minutes to the distinguished member of the International Relations Committee, the gentleman from New York (Mr. Ackerman). (Mr. ACKERMAN asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)
Jul 19, 2006
before yielding, I want to express my appreciation to the chief of staff on the Democratic side, Dr. Bob King; Mr. Alan Makovsky; and to all other members of our staff who worked so hard on this measure. Madam Speaker, I am delighted to…
Jun 12, 2006
we have no objections on our side to our body's consideration of this measure, and I yield back the balance of our time.