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Sheldon Whitehouse
@sheldonwhitehouse· Democratic · RI· Feb 12, 2019

Madam President, I guess I am here to follow my friend Senator Graham and bring the opposing view regarding Mr. Barr. I offer my appreciation to the chairman, as he leaves, for the way that he conducted the hearing. I know that he offered…

Congressional Record · 2019-02-12
Sheldon Whitehouse
@sheldonwhitehouse· Democratic · RI· Feb 12, 2019

Thank you, Leader. Madam President, as I was wrapping up, I was pointing out that at some point there is likely to be a report that comes out of the special counsel's investigation, and there will be some material in that report that is…

Congressional Record · 2019-02-12
Jim Langevin
@jimlangevin· Democratic · RI· Feb 11, 2019

Mr. Speaker, I rise as co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Career and Technical Education Caucus to recognize February as National CTE Month. Today, my good friend and caucus co- chair, Representative Thompson, and I introduced a…

Congressional Record · 2019-02-11
David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 7, 2019

It has been publicly reported from credible sources that in fact the president did lash out.

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David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 7, 2019

Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday the President gave a State of the Union Address that was short on details but long on hypocrisy. His remarks were long, self-absorbed, and divorced from reality. Much like 1 year ago, his speech was noteworthy for…

Congressional Record · 2019-02-07
David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 7, 2019

Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman for yielding, and I particularly thank the gentlewoman for her leadership on this issue and for organizing today's Special Order hour. One of the great blessings of being in the majority is wonderful…

Congressional Record · 2019-02-07
David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 7, 2019

the real question is, how did Matthew Whitaker become the acting attorney general. It was clear from his public statements, from the things he wrote, that he was auditioning for a job in the Trump administration and was a critic of Robert…

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David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 7, 2019

He was very evasive. He was clearly contemptuous of Congress, didn't believe he should be participating in an oversight hearing.

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David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 7, 2019

It was shocking. Here it is he says he respects Mr. Mueller. He's an honest man, he respects the men and women of the department, but he would not -- he was fearful because he had an audience of one.

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David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 6, 2019

Madam Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman for yielding, and I am particularly delighted to be here in support of this legislation with the Speaker pro tempore on the rostrum, who understands the value of scenic byways in our beautiful…

Congressional Record · 2019-02-06
Sheldon Whitehouse
@sheldonwhitehouse· Democratic · RI· Feb 6, 2019

Mr. President, judging by the deafening silence of Senate Republicans, you would think there was no conservative support in this country for even the most measured response to climate change. However, many prominent Republicans are…

Congressional Record · 2019-02-06
Sheldon Whitehouse
@sheldonwhitehouse· Democratic · RI· Feb 6, 2019

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that I be allowed to speak as if in morning business for up to 15 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Climate Change

Congressional Record · 2019-02-06
David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 5, 2019

I urge Congress to find that courage, to show leadership on this life-and-death issue, and to act, now.

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David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 5, 2019

Why Can't the U.S. Treat Gun Violence as a Public-Health Problem?

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David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 5, 2019

Wounds from Military-Style Rifles? 'A Ghastly Thing to See'

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David Cicilline
@davidcicilline· Democratic · RI· Feb 5, 2019

America's unique gun Violence problem, explained in 17 maps and charts.

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