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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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Jun 22, 2018

Last week the National Federation of Independent Business released their May Small Business Optimism Index, which is the highest Small Business Optimism rating in history. The NFIB reports that expansion plans for small businesses have hit…

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Jun 20, 2018

Establishing and maintaining our military's technological edge is imperative in order to increase their effectiveness and lethality on the battlefield while protecting our troops.

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Jun 20, 2018

Well, actually, what we will do, this is such an important issue, and I am so grateful for Ranking Member Bordallo raising this issue.

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Jun 20, 2018

Thank you very much, Congresswoman Bordallo.

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Jun 20, 2018

the reason it has been informative is because of your interesting questions, which are very helpful, okay, to promote safety for our military personnel.

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Jun 20, 2018

Is anyone familiar with the Confucius Institutes, which has been identified by a member of the--of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China as a very important propaganda arm?

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Jun 20, 2018

We owe it our service men and women to eliminate preventable accidents and continue to strive to provide the resources necessary for the most capable and most trained military in the world.

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Jun 19, 2018

Congratulations to President-elect Ivan Duque on being elected the new president of Colombia on Sunday, achieving 10 million votes, with one of the largest voter turnouts in the history of Colombia. At 41, President-elect Duque will be one…

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Jun 19, 2018

the success of what you are trying to do is so important.

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Jun 19, 2018

Your comments are just so refreshing to the real world and the ultimate result, protecting American families.

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Jun 19, 2018

Afghanistan is a critical point in democracy.

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Jun 13, 2018

I call to order the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness.

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Jun 13, 2018

This sustainment industrial base provides the backbone for the military to respond to a variety of contingencies.

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Jun 13, 2018

This has been a very helpful hearing, and I just appreciate everyone being here and the participation--record participation by members who are really dedicated to work with you on behalf of the American military.

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Jun 13, 2018

Our shipyards, fleet readiness centers, and air logistics complexes are critical in America's ability to project power.

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Jun 13, 2018

On Monday, President Donald Trump arrived in Singapore for the historic meeting with Kim Jong-un of North Korea, the first-ever meeting between a sitting President and the leader of North Korea. I applaud President Donald Trump, Secretary…

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Jun 7, 2018

Last month, I visited Dempsey Wood Products in Orangeburg, South Carolina, to get a firsthand look at the positive impacts of the tax cuts creating jobs. Owner Parker Dempsey explained that they were able to expand their business due to…

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Jun 6, 2018

I am grateful that, 28 years ago this week, I was appointed by the International Republican Institute as an election observer for the first free elections in Bulgaria as it emerged from totalitarian communism. Since that time, I have seen…

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Jun 5, 2018

An extraordinary highlight for me on Friday was to live a momentous historic event live on FOX News with the talented Harris Faulkner. During a scheduled interview on the upcoming North Korean talks, it became a prelude for the breaking…

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May 23, 2018

I thank Congressman Mike Gallagher for his military service and now service in Congress. I am grateful to speak in support of Congressman Mike Gallagher's amendment that would require the executive branch to create a strategy to address…

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May 23, 2018

The National Defense Authorization Act passed the House Armed Services Committee with an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of 60 yes to 1 no. I am grateful for the leadership of Chairman Mac Thornberry, with Speaker Paul Ryan, promoted by…

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May 22, 2018

I am really grateful, a rare example but it's true that we worked together with Gerry Connolly and Steve Chabot, and that is that we are concerned about Russian aggression, beginning in Moldova.

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May 22, 2018

What a fabulous positive celebration this was, and I was really grateful for the leadership of President Trump.

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May 22, 2018

What can we do to encourage our allies to better defend themselves to promote peace through strength?

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May 21, 2018

This Act promotes technical assistance through sound water management that is both safe for the environment and wildlife but also aligns with a developing human population.

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