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Richard Burr

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Richard Burr is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from North Carolina since 2005. A member of the Republican Party, Burr has focused on issues such as veterans' health care and the relationship between the Department of Veterans Affairs and academic institutions. Throughout his tenure, he has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving services for veterans and enhancing the efficiency of government programs.

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Mar 27, 2012

If confirmed, will you ensure that my staff and I will be provided with the requested information in a timely manner?

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Mar 27, 2012

If confirmed, will you be proactive at alerting the Committee, including both sides of the aisle, about significant issues involving VA?

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Mar 27, 2012

I thank you for that answer. I appreciate the fact that you understand that we need to be as thorough in where we explore and what we ask.

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Mar 27, 2012

This is a Nation that will always be grateful for that service.

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Mar 27, 2012

Let us make sure that we are getting as much bang for our buck.

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Mar 27, 2012

VA has developed a 5-year plan to eliminate homelessness based on six integrated pillars including outreach, education, and community partnerships.

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Mar 27, 2012

VA must ensure that these resources are being used as effectively to help struggling veterans reach positive outcomes.

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Mar 27, 2012

Would you agree that taking away someone's constitutional right to own firearms should be a pretty high threshold?

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Mar 26, 2012

I am very proud to extend my recognition and congratulations to the congregation and administration of the Grace Episcopal Church in Plymouth, NC, as this wonderful institution celebrates 175 years of providing spiritual guidance and…

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Mar 22, 2012

Well, I thank my colleague for that acknowledgment, and that is why the thought that innovation would leave the American health care system terrifies me. Innovation is the answer to the threats, both natural and intentional, that could…

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Mar 22, 2012

I thank the Senator from Wyoming and my colleague from Oklahoma. We have worked on this, spent tireless hours trying to save not just Medicare but health care as we know it in America today. I think what my colleague has already mentioned…

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Mar 13, 2012

let me say to my colleagues, what this simply does is to take something that is happening naturally--a transition from diesel, in most cases, over to natural gas--and it accelerates it. It gives it a 5-hour energy drink. We should take…

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