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Dutch Ruppersberger

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Dutch Ruppersberger is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Maryland's 2nd congressional district since 2003. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as national security, economic development, and education throughout his tenure. Ruppersberger has been involved in various legislative initiatives and has served on several committees, including the House Intelligence Committee.

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May 17, 2017

I blame Congress for where we are right now. Our Senate passed an immigration bill without amnesty, and we couldn't get it on the floor in the House.

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May 17, 2017

There are 11 million illegals in this country. So that is not going to ultimately solve the problem.

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May 17, 2017

If remain unchecked, the Russians will extend their sphere of influence to over 5 million square miles of Arctic ice and water.

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May 17, 2017

I believe all ports should be staffed on a fair and level playing field.

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May 17, 2017

The boss you have right now is the President of the United States, who won his election a lot on the visual wall issue, where Mexico was going to pay. I don't think that is going to happen.

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May 17, 2017

I believe that should be the federal government paying for it.

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May 17, 2017

We swore an oath to protect our Constitution and defend our country.

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May 17, 2017

I think it is really important. In this business of politics it is important you listen to your wife.

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May 17, 2017

It is essential that the United State be ready to assist any uptick in Arctic commerce.

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May 2, 2017

I am proud to introduce and welcome to Washington, Maryland State Delegate Ric Metzgar, a friend for a long time, Second District resident, who has been representing eastern Baltimore County in the Maryland General Assembly since 2015. He…

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Mar 8, 2017

As dangerous as we are and when every single Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine talks about sequestration, and, yet, we have not repealed this at these very, very dangerous times.

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