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Joe Wilson

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Joe Graves Wilson is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for South Carolina's 2nd congressional district since 2001. A member of the Republican Party, he has been involved in various legislative efforts during his tenure in Congress. Wilson is known for his focus on issues such as military and veterans' affairs, education, and energy policy. He has also been active in promoting economic development in South Carolina.

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May 11, 2021

This creates--destroys jobs in the district I represent.

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May 5, 2021

the stability of the Nation's--of the Navy's maintenance industrial base is an important consideration in the context of great power competition.

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May 5, 2021

The issues of delays and cost increases when it comes to maintaining our ship and submarine fleet is unfortunately a problem we have faced for a long time as a challenge to deterrence to provide for peace through strength.

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May 5, 2021

I am a very grateful and proud Navy dad.

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May 5, 2021

But I, again, thank the participants today. And what inspiring people that we have serving our country. We appreciate it so much. Thank you.

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May 5, 2021

The threats we face are only becoming more complex as we confront a rising China who is building ships at a faster rate than anyone has in recent history and now has the world's largest navy.

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May 5, 2021

I look forward to joining with Chairman Garamendi to work with you.

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May 4, 2021

What kind of job reduction could occur within the pharmaceutical industry if H.R. 3 were enacted?

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May 4, 2021

And indeed Joe Courtney deserves a gold star.

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May 4, 2021

4,401 jobs would be destroyed through the H.R. 3.

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May 3, 2021

Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman, and thank you for calling this important hearing. And we appreciate so much the witnesses who are appearing here today on behalf of the freedom and liberty of the people of Burma.

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May 2, 2021

I particularly identify with what has occurred.

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May 2, 2021

Thank you. And good afternoon top Chairman Marcy Kaptur and Ranking Member Mike Simpson.

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May 2, 2021

Thank you, Chairman John Garamendi and Ranking Member Doug Lamborn, for convening this extraordinarily important hearing.

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Apr 27, 2021

I want to say to Mr. Mitsui from Oregon and Ms. Bonamici. I can say that you stand as a textbook example of where we're trying to go as far as free community college for our communities.

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Apr 21, 2021

That community is represented by Congresswoman Nancy Mace.

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Apr 21, 2021

In South Carolina, we are very, very supportive of F-35s.

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Apr 19, 2021

I believe the U.S.-Israel relationship is of paramount importance to U.S. foreign policy.

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Apr 14, 2021

It is unfathomable that Assad, Russia, or Iran would be a part of any solution as they are the root of the problem.

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Apr 14, 2021

It is so important for the people of Syria. It is so important for the Middle East and what opportunities we have.

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Apr 14, 2021

Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. And, gosh, this is an extraordinary hearing. I want to thank you, Chairman Deutch, for putting this together.

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Apr 14, 2021

I appreciate the bravery that you have of presenting these points, your insight of the witnesses, and something that it very impressive, you have truly unified people of both political parties in the United States to share a concern.

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Apr 14, 2021

It is so inspiring the three witnesses we have. Thank you for what you are doing on behalf of the people of Syria.

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Apr 14, 2021

As I have said before, the Assad regime is illegitimate and should be replaced to benefit the people of Syria.

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