May 17, 2011
I know our esteemed witnesses as well as the tens of thousands of dedicated naval shipyard workers throughout our country share a joint commitment to providing our sailors and marines with the finest ships in the world on time and on…
Roger Wicker
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Roger Wicker is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from Mississippi since 2008. A member of the Republican Party, Wicker previously served as a United States Representative from 1995 to 2008. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on issues such as national defense, economic development, and healthcare. Wicker has been involved in various legislative efforts and has held significant positions on committees, including the Senate Armed Services Committee.
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May 17, 2011
We must maintain our capability to project power--and that includes projecting power in the face of armed opposition.
May 17, 2011
Let me just observe that the chairman, with neither an Annapolis education or a fine Reserve Officers' Training Corps education, seems to have been able to drill down on some very good points here.
May 17, 2011
Is the amphibious assault mission still relevant for the future, and what about the point I made about 10 miles versus 25?
May 17, 2011
The case for termination was made by citing the affordability of the EFV, not whether the EFV would be reliable and capable of meeting mission requirements.
May 17, 2011
The intent of the requirement is to deliver combat ready marines ashore regardless of the distance traveled.
May 17, 2011
The ability to conduct an amphibious assault against a defended shoreline is the core competency that distinguishes our Marine Corps from other ground combat forces.
May 9, 2011
The requirement that applicants make two trips to a TWIC enrollment center that may be hundreds of miles from their workplace or home represents a substantial burden on transportation workers across the country.
May 9, 2011
It seems to me that a decade of work has resulted in a system that would put Rube Goldberg to shame.
May 5, 2011
do I understand correctly that we are continuing in morning business? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Yes. ____________________
May 5, 2011
on several occasions I have risen to address my colleagues on the topic of Russia and the continuing sad state of the rule of law in the Russian Federation. Today, I rise once again to address the latest information regarding the absence…
Apr 6, 2011
I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There is a sufficient second. The question is on agreeing to amendment No. 183. The clerk will call the roll. The assistant legislative clerk called the…
Mar 30, 2011
So, it would be perfectly legitimate and acceptable, under the Resolution in effect today, for the United States and our allies to supply arms assistance to the Libyan opposition.
Mar 30, 2011
It's a mistake to say they've been taken out of the action, except for the weather.
Mar 30, 2011
To think that we would be passing up an opportunity to remove him as a threat to United States interests and as a threat to the region is an unacceptable thought.
Mar 28, 2011
As we examine the housing finance, the question before us is this: What is the role of the private market and what, if any, is the role of Government?
Mar 28, 2011
The failure of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has cost U.S. taxpayers over $150 billion.
Mar 28, 2011
I am convinced our Nation will not recover entirely from its economic struggles until the housing sector recovers.
Mar 28, 2011
Excessive Government involvement encouraged borrowers to over-borrow and lenders to over-lend.
Mar 16, 2011
I commend the Senator from Nebraska for coming to this idea somewhat late. But I support his amendment nonetheless. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. The Senator from Louisiana.
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