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John Larson

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John Barry Larson is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Connecticut's 1st congressional district since 1999. A member of the Democratic Party, Larson has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development throughout his tenure. He has been an advocate for policies aimed at improving the lives of his constituents and has played a significant role in various legislative initiatives. Larson has also been involved in discussions around sustainability and the importance of long-term planning in governance.

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Jun 27, 2026

I don’t think that’s very American either.

foxnews.com
Dec 17, 2025

I thank Mr. Neal for the time. Mr. Speaker, a constituent in my district in Middletown is going to be paying more for health insurance than he does for his mortgage. Let's cut right to the chase. This is about a vote for the American…

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Nov 22, 2025

This is not sustainable, even though we’ve seen the good will of so many people during this time.

nytimes.com
Nov 22, 2025

That’s the immediate change that’s on people’s minds.

nytimes.com
Nov 22, 2025

When you’re the leader of the band, how does it make sense to say: ‘Hey, you know what? I know we’ve worked hard for this, but I’m thinking maybe I shouldn’t see this through,’

nytimes.com
Nov 22, 2025

No one ever says that this is your last term, or you’re not going to run again.

nytimes.com
Nov 20, 2025

this Saturday, November 22, will mark 62 years since we lost a President of the United States, a person who gave so much to his Nation, an individual who was taken from us in the summer of his years. His daughter, Caroline, back in 2017…

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Sep 15, 2025

I rise this morning because Democrats have introduced a resolution of inquiry to get the information from the whistleblower who has talked about what happened to the more than 300 million Americans who depend on Social Security. This…

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Sep 15, 2025

first and foremost, I rise today with our deepest condolences for the family of Charlie Kirk. Violence of any kind, especially violence that we have seen in this country way too often, should never be condoned. Whether it is the Kirk…

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Sep 2, 2025

I rise today to address the pending issue of Social Security. Madam Speaker, for you and the people in the audience, it might come as a shock that Social Security has not been adjusted in more than 54 years. What do I mean by that? Some…

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Aug 14, 2025

There has to be a public discussion.

cnbc.com
Aug 14, 2025

I think that that’s got to be paramount to keeping this in check.

cnbc.com
Jul 23, 2025

I rise this morning, first and foremost, to pay tribute to Louise Kronholm. Mr. Speaker, when you are in Congress, oftentimes you are unable to be home for wakes and funeral services. Louise Kronholm was the daughter of the legendary John…

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Jul 23, 2025

the eagle will keep flying because they have the most dependable workforce and build the most dependable engines ever assembled in the world. I am proud to have been born and raised in East Hartford, the home and the start of Pratt &…

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Jul 23, 2025

Over 70 million of our fellow Americans rely on Social Security, and Social Security, throughout its history, has never missed a payment. Today, it is even more crucial as 10,000 baby boomers a day become eligible for Social Security, and…

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Jun 12, 2025

I, first and foremost, will associate myself with the remarks of Mr. Neal from Massachusetts about our dear friend and colleague, Charlie Rangel. Also, Mr. Speaker, I will point out, as well, that I believe the Representative from Indiana…

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Apr 8, 2025

I also rise to discuss Social Security today, the Nation's number one antipoverty program for the elderly and the number one antipoverty program for children, as well. Mr. Speaker, it is dismaying to see the President's proposal and Elon…

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Mar 25, 2025

It is an honor to be here. This morning, I rise to talk about social security, the Nation's number one antipoverty program for the elderly and the number one antipoverty program for children. Mr. Speaker, I know it comes as no surprise to…

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Mar 20, 2025

Trump and Musk's cuts to the Social Security Administration could lead to the delay, denial, and disruption of your EARNED BENEFITS.

commondreams.org
Mar 12, 2025

Where is Elon Musk? I'm sure he's a genius and is a very credible person because of the wealth he's accumulated.

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Mar 3, 2025

Let me be clear—laying off half of the workforce at the Social Security Administration and shuttering field offices will mean the delay, disruption and denial of benefits.

newsweek.com
Feb 26, 2025

Let me be clear—laying off half of the workforce at the Social Security Administration and shuttering field offices will mean the delay, disruption, and denial of benefits.

commondreams.org
Feb 26, 2025

Donald Trump pledged no cuts to Social Security on the campaign trail, but now he and Elon Musk have plans to do exactly that.

commondreams.org
Jan 22, 2025

I am here this morning, and I rise to speak and address the Nation's number one insurance program: Social Security. Mr. Speaker, it might surprise you that on average, there are about 150,000 Social Security recipients per district. What…

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Dec 16, 2024

As all Americans know, Social Security is the number one antipoverty program for the elderly of this country. Most people don't realize that it is also the number one antipoverty program for children in this country. What is further…

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