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Bobby Rush

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Bobby Rush is a former U.S. Representative from Illinois, serving from January 5, 1993, to January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Rush was known for his advocacy on issues related to children's safety and consumer protection. He worked closely with colleagues to strengthen agencies responsible for safeguarding children and emphasized the need for legislative changes to ensure the safety of products available to families. Rush's tenure in Congress was marked by his commitment to social justice and community empowerment, reflecting his deep roots in the civil rights movement.

Jun 12, 2013

I was a little disturbed earlier when the fine gentleman from Louisiana, Mr. Scalise, would not allow you to complete your answers.

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Jun 12, 2013

It is a huge priority for me to ensure that all Americans, especially those who have been historically underrepresented in the energy field, have access to the employment, business, and economic opportunities that this industry provides.

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May 22, 2013

----``the Interior, and the Army, and the EPA Administrator. In addition, this bill is unnecessary because the Department of State is working right now diligently to complete the permit-decision process for the Keystone XL pipeline. The…

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May 22, 2013

I want to thank the ranking member for yielding. Mr. Chairman, I strongly disagree with the majority side's process of trying to usurp President Obama's authority by immediately approving the Keystone XL pipeline, even before the State…

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May 15, 2013

This has been an orderly hearing. It has been a hearing conducted with some decency.

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May 6, 2013

As has been discussed many times, Africa is indeed a continent on the rise, and the African sub-Saharan area region is definitely one of the fastest rising parts of the African Continent.

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May 6, 2013

the biggest obstacle that I see to a robust U.S.-African trade policy is the question of the meeting of the minds.

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May 6, 2013

Africa as a continent and as nations as trading partners offer U.S. businesses and government unprecedented and significant economic opportunities.

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May 6, 2013

I am disheartened by the continuing projection of the image and the consciousness of Africa as only being in need of aid...

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May 6, 2013

the African immigrants are the most educated immigrant group of all of the immigrant groups in this Nation.

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May 6, 2013

I want to thank you, Mr. Chairman, and I want to join with my colleagues in welcoming our expert witnesses.

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