Jun 17, 2005
I just heard the gentleman advocating for flexibility for our Secretary of State. Does this flexibility extend to the bill as a whole, in the gentleman's view?
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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Jun 17, 2005
I yield to the distinguished Democratic whip as much time as he might consume. (Mr. HOYER asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)
Jun 17, 2005
As much time as he requires. The Acting CHAIRMAN. The Chair would ask the gentleman to be a little more specific.
Jun 17, 2005
I could not be more specific, Mr. Chairman. The Acting CHAIRMAN. Is there objection to the request of the gentleman from California? There was no objection. The Acting CHAIRMAN. The gentleman from Illinois (Mr. Hyde) and the gentleman from…
Jun 16, 2005
I yield for the final time, but before I do so, Mr. Chairman, let me say that we accept the gentleman's amendment. I yield to the gentleman from Minnesota for the final time.
May 23, 2005
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May 23, 2005
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May 23, 2005
I commend our colleague from South Carolina, Joe Wilson, for his effort in introducing this is resolution and I am delighted to join him extending the heartfelt congratulations of the Congress and the American people to the Israeli people…
Apr 26, 2005
we have no additional requests for time, and I yield back the balance of our time.
Feb 15, 2005
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Feb 2, 2005
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Jan 25, 2005
Mr. Speaker, I spent yesterday at the General Assembly of the United Nations which met in extraordinary session to mark the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, one of the horror camps of Hitler, and I had the opportunity of…