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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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May 17, 1994

as our Nation lays to rest one of our greatest Presidents, I pause with deep humility to think of the many things this fine American did for our country, and for me. Elected officials are often asked this question, especially by young…

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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

First, I'd like to say that when compared to other countries around the world, the United States has some of the safest drinking water in the world. A survey of our Nation's 200,000 public water systems indicate that few systems are…

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May 12, 1994

I opposed both amendments today because there is a certain ambiguity in each that could result in a much deeper involvement of our country in Bosnia. This is a conflict in Bosnia, or the former Yugoslavia, that is rooted in hundreds of…

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May 12, 1994

I commend the Senator for also going to the side of the widow and the family immediately following the news of this loss. Mr. President, I did have the privilege of knowing his father in my brief service in the Marine Corps during the…

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May 12, 1994

I wish to be added as a cosponsor. I want to say, I watched this bill come forward. I think the Senator deserves, together with his colleagues, Senator Kerrey and the Senator from Louisiana, great credit, because their amendment, I think…

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May 12, 1994

These organizations include the American Farm Bureau Federation, the National Agricultural Chemicals Association, the National Water Resources Association, the Clean Water Industry Coalition, the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives…

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May 12, 1994

I send up an amendment on behalf of myself and the distinguished Senator, Mr. Robb, from the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Senator from Virginia [Mr. Warner] for himself and Mr. Robb, proposes an amendment numbered 1701. In section 16 of…

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May 12, 1994

how many of us remember this headline in our local paper, the Washington Post? What a dramatic headline: ``D.C., Part of Northern Virginia Under Drinking Water Alert.'' By sundown, all the water fountains at National Airport had been shut…

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May 12, 1994

the Mitchell resolution speaks to the fact that we should come back if there is a further question of ground troops. Why is there silence to other Americans who are flying, who are at sea? Are they entitled to less protection than those…

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May 12, 1994

at this very moment, the Senate Armed Services Committee is conducting a hearing on Somalia. One of the witnesses is a father who lost a son. I read from that father's testimony: We should also let everyone, especially the policymakers…

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May 12, 1994

I seek clarification of the language in paragraph 2. It says: The President shall seek immediately the agreement of NATO allies to terminate the international arms embargo * * * My question to you is: If the President fails to get such an…

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