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John Warner

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John Warner is a former United States Senator from Virginia, serving from 1979 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, Warner was known for his work on defense and national security issues, particularly during his tenure as Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee. He played a significant role in shaping U.S. military policy and was an advocate for the Virginia tribes seeking federal recognition. Warner was also involved in various bipartisan efforts throughout his career, emphasizing the importance of NATO and international alliances during the Cold War and beyond.

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Feb 13, 2003

The United States faces a near-term ICBM threat from North Korea. Over the next several years, we could face a similar threat from Iran and possibly Iraq.

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Feb 13, 2003

I disagreed with that decision. I offered an alternative.

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Feb 13, 2003

The Korean peninsula poses a very serious threat situation which I think is being commendably addressed by our President and others in a diplomatic manner.

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Feb 13, 2003

I have great respect for Secretary Rumsfeld and his team, but I guess there are times when Congress has to step out.

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Feb 13, 2003

I have to say, Mr. Secretary, that every problem has a solution.

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Feb 13, 2003

Boy, the word goes through the ranks fast.

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Feb 13, 2003

I'm here as a United States Senator solely because of the GI Bill.

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Feb 13, 2003

If not, we will make it mandatory.

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Feb 13, 2003

I hope we do not see those stressful periods again.

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Feb 13, 2003

The system is broken and must be fixed if we are to ensure the safety of the cadets.

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Feb 13, 2003

I think these actions are a good start, but it is not enough.

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Feb 13, 2003

The entire support and legal system at the Academy appears to have failed.

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Feb 13, 2003

We would not see the diplomacy working at its hopefully best, be it in the Security Council or in the capitals of the world, had it not been for the foresight of our President and other world leaders to move in position their best and…

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Feb 13, 2003

More work remains to be done by Congress, working with the environmental community to try and resolve other problems, and I think it will be important and responsive.

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Feb 13, 2003

Our President has in a very courageous and proper manner pursued the diplomatic route to resolve this problem in Iraq.

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Feb 13, 2003

Defending our Nation against these enemies is the first fundamental commitment for the Federal Government.

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Jan 29, 2003

This nominee, John Roberts, is indeed one of the most outstanding that I have ever had the privilege of presenting

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Mar 14, 2002

Secretary Brownlee and General Keane, do you agree that there are problems with this equipment and if so, what are the specific problems, and what is the Army's plan to address these shortcomings?

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Mar 14, 2002

We salute you for the recognition the President has given you and the trust that you now have.

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Mar 14, 2002

I am going to urge this subcommittee to look very carefully at the Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV) program.

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Jan 17, 2001

I want to congratulate you on the work that you spearheaded to bring into proper alignment America's commitments, financial and otherwise, to that important organization, the United Nations.

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Jan 17, 2001

One of the most extraordinary debates in the Congress of the United States, and most particularly in the Senate of the United States, on whether or not to utilize force to authorize the President, then George Bush, to use force, was…

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Dec 1, 1997

I think it should be noted from time to time, particularly on this, presumably one of the last 2 days of the Congress, that this distinguished President pro tempore has reported every morning the Senate has convened, so far as I know, to…

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May 16, 1994

The chairman's understanding of the intent of the phrase in our amendment is correct. It is essential that the contaminant which may be causing a violation of a maximum contaminant level or a public health threat be identified and that…

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May 12, 1994

Does that not contradict your thesis that we should not act without the partnership of our allies?

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