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Joe Donnelly

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Joe Donnelly is a Democratic politician from Indiana, born on September 29, 1955. He served as a U.S. Senator from Indiana from 2013 to 2019, after previously representing Indiana's 2nd congressional district in the House of Representatives from 2007 to 2013. During his time in the Senate, Donnelly focused on issues such as job creation, healthcare, and veterans' affairs, often emphasizing bipartisanship and collaboration across party lines. He was known for his moderate stance and willingness to work with both Democrats and Republicans on various legislative initiatives.

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Sep 28, 2015

Who within DOD's leadership has primary responsibility for overseeing the supply chain risk management?

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Sep 28, 2015

how can we use the National Guard and Reserves to help do that?

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Sep 28, 2015

Section 937 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 established a Joint Federated Assurance Center (JFAC) "to serve as a joint, Department-wide federation of capabilities to support the trusted defense system needs…

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Sep 28, 2015

In our State, Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane has taken the lead on much of our efforts to protect against the threat of counterfeit electronics.

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Sep 21, 2015

here we are again. There is just over a week before funding runs out to keep our government open, and some in Congress are threatening to shut down the Federal Government again to advance their own political agendas. I have said before and…

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Sep 16, 2015

I cannot stress enough to you... the confidence of our friends and our allies is going to be directly related to how successful we are in pushing back.

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Sep 16, 2015

We cannot leave any stone unturned. If we find a procurement company that is providing equipment, we need to let everybody know who they are.

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Sep 15, 2015

today I recognize the 100th anniversary of Allison Transmission, a company that traces its history back to the founding of the Indianapolis Speedway Team Co. in 1915. As a co-founder of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and part owner of…

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Sep 15, 2015

today, I wish to recognize and honor the extraordinary service of Wayne Townsend, a lifelong Hoosier who spent 23 years in the Indiana State legislature and was the 1984 Democratic nominee for Governor. Wayne passed away on July 3, 2015…

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Sep 10, 2015

as Indiana's Senator, my top priority and most fundamental responsibility is to ensure the security of the people of Indiana and our Nation, as well as the security of our friends and allies, including Israel and the Gulf States. It is…

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Aug 4, 2015

That would be fine. We can talk this afternoon, but that sounds like a yes to me.

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Aug 3, 2015

I wish to congratulate the University of Southern Indiana, USI, on its 50th Anniversary. I also want to recognize the outstanding faculty and staff for the extraordinary impact they have had on the education and lives of hundreds of…

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Jul 28, 2015

I think it is important to publicly state a 'not one inch more' policy.

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Jul 28, 2015

They have to come home. I wish they had come home as part of this agreement.

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Jul 27, 2015

How do we make sure we keep the refinery workers working, too?

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Jul 27, 2015

I am a strong supporter of American energy independence.

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Jul 27, 2015

I wish to honor the city of Muncie on its 150th anniversary and to recognize the many contributions of Muncie's citizens to the great State of Indiana and to our country. Muncie's history dates to the 1790s when the Lenape Native Americans…

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Jul 27, 2015

I want to see when the mills in my State are making steel, that the energy it is made with is American energy.

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Jul 21, 2015

How can you avoid a systemically important designation, how can you make sure you do not wind up with that if they do not know what the rules are?

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Jul 21, 2015

This is about the ultimate family at the end of the day.

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Jul 21, 2015

I rise today to pay tribute to ADM James Winnefeld, Jr., who is retiring at the end of this month after serving with distinction for more than 37 years, culminating his career as the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Throughout…

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Jul 15, 2015

I know you share my concerns with income inequality and the continuing trend of middle-class wage stagnation.

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Jul 14, 2015

early childhood learning is critical to building a strong foundation for each child's welfare and success. It is linked to better outcomes in school, such as high school and college completion rates, higher wages, and better social and…

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Jul 7, 2015

today, I wish to honor the town of Ferdinand on its 175th anniversary and to recognize the many contributions of Ferdinand's citizens to the surrounding communities, the great State of Indiana, and to our country. Ferdinand's history dates…

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Jun 23, 2015

it is an honor to follow my colleague from New Hampshire, who has done such an eloquent job. Export-Import Bank I want to talk about the Export-Import Bank. I said this during the unnecessary 2013 Government shutdown, and I will say it…

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