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Jim Inhofe

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James Mountain Inhofe is a former United States Senator from Oklahoma, serving from 1994 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Inhofe is known for his strong conservative views, particularly on issues related to national defense and environmental policy. He gained notoriety for his skepticism regarding climate change, famously calling it a hoax. Throughout his tenure, he held significant positions, including Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.

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Mar 9, 2021

I think that speaks to your concern about the fuel diversity and how important that is.

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Mar 2, 2021

In reality, we know that we disagree on some things, and we were very frank about that in our conversations.

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Mar 2, 2021

I used to kind of laugh about Barbara Boxer, commenting that she and I had very little in common philosophically. But we got more done than any other committee did.

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Mar 2, 2021

If you really want to know what is going on, you want to be a mayor.

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Mar 2, 2021

If oil and gas is going to be produced anywhere in the world, it should be in America.

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Mar 2, 2021

SREs are of great importance for refinery States like Oklahoma.

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Feb 23, 2021

the two most important things are defending America and infrastructure.

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Feb 23, 2021

States should determine the priority of surface transportation within their boundaries.

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Feb 23, 2021

I have never seen a 5 year program that can't be done in 1 year.

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Feb 22, 2021

the United States must stay ahead in several emerging technologies to maintain or regain a warfighting advantage against China and Russia.

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Feb 22, 2021

Without action, the United States may find itself at a technological disadvantage in future conflicts.

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Feb 4, 2021

I call up amendment up No. 786 and ask it be reported by number. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the amendment by number. The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Oklahoma (Mr. Inhofe) proposes…

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