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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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May 20, 2013

What we have here is targeted harassment and abuse of conservative groups.

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May 20, 2013

There has been a tremendous loss in faith in the American government that is not entirely on the IRS's shoulders by any means.

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May 8, 2013

We really tried very hard to ensure that we don't make laws after this 10-year effort without knowing the impacts, such as restricting patient access to lifesaving medications.

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May 8, 2013

The regulatory process in Washington is such that it's probably the No. 1 issue in my State in regards to overkill.

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May 8, 2013

I affectionately call the Senator Princess Leia.

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Apr 23, 2013

This is something I think is just so important in our country today.

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Apr 23, 2013

I've noticed that only four States require a course in personal finance.

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Apr 23, 2013

One of the most troubling things that we learned from the foreclosure crisis... was how many homeowners simply lacked the basic skills they needed to make good financial decisions.

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Apr 23, 2013

I think that financial literacy is a crucial issue, one that I've worked on for a very long time.

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Apr 22, 2013

I am concerned about the Affordable Health Care Act from one aspect--well, I am concerned about it in general but--one aspect especially.

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Apr 22, 2013

a U.S. Senator from the State of Kansas

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Apr 17, 2013

I suggest with some temerity that every American should have the opportunity and freedom to climb the ladder of success to achieve the American Dream; their American Dream.

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