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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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Feb 8, 2012

Holding its fiduciaries accountable through proper oversight is just one way the VA can take modest steps to improve the system.

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Feb 8, 2012

By close of business on March 9th, VA must provide its written opinion on what and how they can incorporate aspects of other federal fiduciary programs.

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Feb 8, 2012

This hearing provides a positive step forward in addressing and resolving these issues.

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Dec 13, 2011

Right, in reaching out to try to find where our veterans are who may be in need of the service.

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Dec 13, 2011

Programs like CWT need to be successful nationally.

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Dec 13, 2011

It's not good enough merely to have well-intentioned programs. We need effective ones that consistently deliver results and improve the lives of our veterans.

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Dec 13, 2011

Are you in contact with those health centers to let them know, hey, if you have vets who have issues, who have challenges, you know, talk to them or let them know we are here in terms of employment help as well?

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Dec 13, 2011

I want to thank you for your service to our veterans.

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Dec 13, 2011

Thank you, Chairman Johnson, for the opportunity to discuss the Department of Veterans Affairs' Compensation Work Therapy Program.

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Dec 1, 2011

One of the points has been the issue of isolation and that we will work to put programs together.

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Dec 1, 2011

when 70 percent of our veterans are living their lives and we are not touching them we have to figure out a much better way to touch them.

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Dec 1, 2011

One of the points has been the issue of isolation.

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Nov 29, 2011

Providing contracting opportunities to our deserving Veterans through the SDVOSB process is important, but when you have a successful program such as the VA's small business contracting program awarding millions of dollars, it attracts…

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Oct 26, 2011

Today I pay tribute to an outstanding citizen of South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Steve Lueke, who devoted his life to the service of our community. Raised in Freeport, Illinois, Mayor Lueke made South Bend his home over 30 years ago after…

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Oct 25, 2011

I thank my esteemed colleague, who also serves in the Naval Reserves. We thank you for your service to our country in that role as well. This is an extraordinary bill that is about jobs, jobs, jobs, energy independence, and a stronger…

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Oct 11, 2011

Patient safety should always be the VA's top concern.

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Oct 11, 2011

I have a question regarding Dr. Vera and the green notebook with 79 names in it.

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Oct 11, 2011

I want to thank you for your service to the country, we are proud to have you here.

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Oct 11, 2011

On behalf of all the Democratic members I want to welcome you to the Committee and thank you for your service to our country.

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Oct 11, 2011

We look forward to having you as a great part of the team.

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Oct 3, 2011

It is clearer than ever that the United States must make more efficient use of its workforce training dollars.

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Oct 3, 2011

We need to do a better job of matching skilled workers with those looking to hire them.

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Oct 3, 2011

American workers need our help to acquire good jobs, and the education, training, and counseling and guidance to reenter the workforce.

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Jul 19, 2011

The only opening comment I would like to make is: Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I look forward to the discussion of these bills.

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Jul 19, 2011

This is not rocket science, and I am frustrated and disheartened that we have reached a point where we need this legislation.

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