Dec 1, 2015
What I just want to point out is actually the Kansas example, and that is if you do not have people on the ground that know what you guys want, it is not going to happen.
Jon Tester
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Jon Tester is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from Montana since 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as veterans' affairs, agriculture, and healthcare throughout his tenure. Tester, who was born on August 21, 1956, has been known for his bipartisan approach and commitment to representing the interests of Montanans in Congress. He has played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including those aimed at improving the lives of Native American communities and addressing rural issues.
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Nov 17, 2015
This legislation aims to recruit and retain more teachers for Indian country and provide some much needed support for these dedicated professionals.
Nov 17, 2015
I also introduced a bill to exempt Indian country from the harmful effects of sequestration which has detrimentally impacted Federal funding for Native education programs across the board.
Nov 17, 2015
I have said time and time again there is no stronger tool available to combat the disparities and challenges facing many tribal communities than education.
Nov 17, 2015
Senator Isakson was absolutely correct when he said telemedicine has some amazing impacts on rural areas.
Nov 17, 2015
We just need to figure out how we give you guys the resources to be able to provide the benefits that veterans have earned.
Nov 17, 2015
For people like Jon Tester in Montana and for others who have sparse populations and large geographic territories, legislation like this is a godsend, I would suspect.
Nov 17, 2015
I have been out front in getting the VA the dollars they need to be effective.
Nov 17, 2015
I think we both agree you need more medical professionals and PAs are a big part of that.
Nov 17, 2015
I also think that we need to make sure that if we do not do this, we need to make sure the costs are accurate.
Nov 10, 2015
I just need about 1 minute, Johnny--sorry, the Senator from Georgia. You can have everything, but just give me 1 minute.
Oct 27, 2015
When you say we are just as good as the private sector, that is not good enough, OK.
Oct 27, 2015
If I am as good as my neighbor, that is not success. I have got to be better than my neighbor, OK.
Oct 27, 2015
I have fought for every damn penny of it, and because the fact is, is that our veterans deserve it.
Oct 27, 2015
They ought not to have to go to a center to get that help, to be honest with you.
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