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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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Nov 20, 2019

I am grateful that our office is participating in the Veterans History Project. This project is an ongoing effort by the Library of Congress to collect and preserve personal accounts by American military veterans and families. I have had…

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Nov 19, 2019

On Saturday, I walked in the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation One Walk at Segra Park, home of the famous Columbia Fireflies. I am grateful to have been able to support such an important cause and walk in support of eradicating type 1…

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Nov 18, 2019

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And thank each of you.

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Nov 18, 2019

The October jobs report was strong. The unemployment rate remains near a 50-year low, at 3.6 percent, and 128,000 jobs were added. Employment of African Americans, Asian Americans, and Hispanics are at record highs. I am grateful for…

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Nov 18, 2019

Each one of you were very perceptive and show a deep concern for the people of Lebanon.

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Nov 18, 2019

For over a month now, the courageous people of Lebanon have taken to the streets demanding an end to the endemic corruption and sectarianism that have paralyzed their country for far too long.

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Nov 18, 2019

These protests are, in effect, a popular vote of no confidence, not just in the current government, but in the entire Lebanese political system writ large.

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Nov 14, 2019

After over a month of secret investigations against the President, Democrats have now decided to open these controlled hearings to the public. This continued deception by Democrats to mislead the American people is insulting. No Republican…

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Nov 12, 2019

On Saturday, we marked the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. This momentous day marks a turning point in history. I am thankful for the leadership of President Ronald Reagan with Pope John Paul II and Prime Minister Margaret…

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Nov 12, 2019

The infrastructure of FRC East continues to lag in upgrades and new construction commitment from the Navy.

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Nov 12, 2019

South Carolina is grateful. F-35s have been warmly welcome at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort.

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Oct 30, 2019

The successful raid by the United States Special Forces resulting in the death of the murderous ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is a significant victory for freedom. Americans commend the military and intelligence communities for their…

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Oct 29, 2019

I want to join the ranking member in taking a minute to recognize that we recognized the Armenian Genocide yesterday.

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Oct 29, 2019

Both these bills contain very important and complementary measures designed to increase the profile of and counter one of the most important human rights issues of the present day.

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Oct 29, 2019

I want to thank the chairman for bringing up the Uyghur bill, S. 178, authored by Senators Rubio and Menendez.

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Oct 29, 2019

For too long, Saudi Arabia has played the role of both arsonist and firefighter in the fight against radicalization and violent extremism.

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Oct 29, 2019

Yesterday it passed by an overwhelming majority and cleansed a stain on this government and this Congress for failing to recognize the first genocide of the 20th century.

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Oct 29, 2019

H.R. 554 recognizes this problem and seeks to hold our ally Saudi Arabia to its repeated commitments over the past 15 years to reform its problematic curriculum.

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Oct 28, 2019

Thank you, Chairman Ted Deutch, for calling this important hearing, examining the Trump Administration's policy objectives for the turbulent Middle East.

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Oct 28, 2019

Thank you for your service. And both of you, I know, make a difference on behalf of freedom and democracy in the world.

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Oct 28, 2019

U.S. engagement and commitment to the Middle East is necessary. It is definitely preferred to a Middle East in which rogue regimes like Russia, Iran, or China are power brokers.

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Oct 28, 2019

I thank both of you for being here. Thank you for your service. And both of you, I know, make a difference on behalf of freedom and democracy in the world.

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Oct 28, 2019

But to ensure that this murderous ideology of ISIS does not resurrect from the ashes of Syria and Iran will require an enduring American commitment.

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Oct 28, 2019

To ensure that this murderous ideology of ISIS does not resurrect from the ashes of Syria and Iran will require an enduring American commitment.

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Oct 28, 2019

And I am grateful that we have bipartisan legislation on this point.

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