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Ted Deutch

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Theodore E. Deutch is a former American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Florida's 22nd congressional district from 2010 to 2022. A member of the Democratic Party, Deutch focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and environmental protection during his time in office. He was known for his advocacy on behalf of the Jewish community and for his work on foreign affairs, particularly regarding Israel. Deutch was also involved in various legislative efforts aimed at gun control and combating climate change.

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Jul 24, 2019

One case is too much, and please, please, do not try to make us feel better by suggesting that sexual harassment is somehow less objectionable that we should tolerate sexual harassment.

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Jul 24, 2019

Pass bills that matter. Don't have hearings that are simply stunts.

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Jul 24, 2019

One case is too much, and please, please, do not try to make us feel better by suggesting that sexual harassment is somehow less objectionable that we should tolerate sexual harassment.

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Jul 24, 2019

This is showing a noncompetent and noncapable majority.

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Jul 24, 2019

What is dehumanizing is this hearing where we are going to talk about it again.

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Jul 23, 2019

We simply cannot afford to be caught asleep at the wheel again.

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Jul 23, 2019

Radical Islamist terrorism, we have spent a lot of time talking about it is a worldwide movement of different groups committed through their ideologies to terror activities, correct?

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Jul 23, 2019

McGahn recalled that the President was more direct, saying something like: Call Rod, tell Rod that Mueller has conflicts and can't be the special counsel.

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Jul 23, 2019

I hope that you will keep us apprised on efforts that you are undertaking and that we can participate in with you.

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Jul 23, 2019

The point is, for as long as these women and children are in an internally displaced person's camp in the middle of the desert, we are not going to be able to do the hard work of de-radicalizing them and reintegrating them into society.

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Jul 23, 2019

I understand. Before we wrap up, I just wanted to make sure I understood whether there is a worldwide epidemic of racially motivated terrorism...

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Jul 23, 2019

I expect to hear more about our international cooperation to disrupt terror plots and quell the extremism that plagues too many regions throughout the world.

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Jul 23, 2019

News of the obstruction investigation prompted the President to call McGahn and seek to have the special counsel removed.

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Jul 23, 2019

I thank Chairman Engel for yielding the time. I rise today in support of H.R. 1837, the U.S.-Israel Cooperation Enhancement and Regional Security Act. I thank Chairman Engel for his support of this legislation, as well as Ranking Member…

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Jul 23, 2019

I also hope you will identify areas where greater congressional support is needed, so that we can work together to fulfill our sacred duty of keeping the American people safe.

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Jul 23, 2019

I strongly support H.R. 549, the Venezuela TPS Act. The situation in Venezuela is dire. It is outrageous, Madam Speaker, that some in this Chamber would blame the horrific situation in Venezuela on the people of Venezuela. It is the Maduro…

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Jul 23, 2019

I believe a reasonable person looking at these facts could conclude that all three elements of the crime of obstruction of justice have been met.

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Jul 23, 2019

The President ordered you fired. The White House counsel knew it was wrong.

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Jul 23, 2019

I thank Chairman Engel for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to support H. Res. 246 and to voice my relentless opposition to the Global Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions campaign that seeks to delegitimize the State of Israel and deny…

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Jul 23, 2019

But I am concerned that the focus on great power competition will distract the United States from the very real terrorist threat.

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Jul 23, 2019

The National Strategy for Counterterrorism States, and I quote, 'The strategy will protect the United States against all terrorists that threaten our country.'

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Jul 23, 2019

No President should be able to escape investigation by abusing his power.

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Jul 23, 2019

I am not convinced that the State Department or the entire U.S. Government is doing enough to counter white nationalist terrorism.

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Jul 23, 2019

We are in a global war on terrorism, and this will be a generational battle, whether we like it or not.

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