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Pat Roberts

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Pat Roberts is a former United States Senator from Kansas, serving from 1997 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his work on agricultural policy and national security issues during his tenure. Before his time in the Senate, Roberts served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981 to 1997. Throughout his political career, he focused on issues important to Kansas, including farming and rural development. Roberts was also involved in various committees, including the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, where he played a significant role in shaping agricultural legislation.

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Sep 11, 2017

we need multi-year certainty for out-of-pocket cost reductions.

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Sep 11, 2017

I am disappointed there are still some senators trying to push us down a partisan path on health care.

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Sep 11, 2017

I hope those senators will join these bipartisan conversations, instead of doubling down on harmful repeal efforts again.

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Sep 11, 2017

It would be deeply disappointing if another partisan debate over Trumpcare erupted and derailed our efforts here.

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Sep 11, 2017

families will see higher premiums and fewer options as a result of uncertainty in our health care system.

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Sep 5, 2017

As rates are filled and not filled by some plans, obviously exiting the marketplace like we have seen in Kansas City, an action that serves absolutely nobody.

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Jul 26, 2017

I have received multiple expressions of support for all of our nominees from both the ag and financial market sectors.

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Jul 26, 2017

It is very clear that you have all exhibited that you are qualified to join the CFTC as Commissioners.

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Jul 26, 2017

I am very pleased to be able to support all of you.

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Jul 26, 2017

We learned a great deal today from the nominees.

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Jul 24, 2017

I have repeatedly said we must listen to our farmers and ranchers first before writing any kind of a farm bill.

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Jul 24, 2017

the President has assured me, personally, that crop insurance will not be cut, and so I take him at that word

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