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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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Jul 11, 2017

President Donald Trump's success during his overseas trip to Poland and the G20 summit in Germany makes it clear that America is once again the clear leader of the free world. In Poland, the President reaffirmed that Western nations will…

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Jun 27, 2017

Your first speech was to condemn Russian aggression in Ukraine.

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Jun 27, 2017

We are so proud of your efforts to reverse, as Congressman Zeldin has so correctly pointed out, the anti-Israel policies.

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Jun 27, 2017

25 years ago, I was grateful to be with Governor Carroll Campbell, Senator John Russell, and Senator Verne Smith when BMW held the groundbreaking for their first American manufacturing facility in the upstate of South Carolina. Today, with…

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Jun 26, 2017

It is a great honor tonight to be here with Congressman Clyburn on a very extraordinary evening. To me, it is a dream come true. Eleven days ago, I had the opportunity--my wife, Roxanne, and I--to campaign across the Fifth Congressional…

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Jun 22, 2017

Otto Warmbier was a shining example of what American families hope for sons and daughters: intellectually curious, interested in the world, and bright. Sadly, Otto was murdered by the North Korean dictatorship. By imprisoning him under…

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Jun 22, 2017

I thank Congressman Glenn Thompson for yielding. I appreciate his effective leadership on strengthening America's workforce to create jobs. I am grateful to speak today on the importance of career and technical education, a critical tool…

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Jun 21, 2017

The USS Fitzgerald collided with a cargo vessel in the Sea of Japan on Saturday, resulting in the loss of life of seven patriotic sailors. Each of the deceased sailors was dedicated in the service to their Nation and exemplified the U.S…

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Jun 14, 2017

South Carolina's unemployment rate is at a 16 year low, and more and more businesses from around the country are realizing that our talented workforce and pro-business climate make our state a great place to create or locate a business…

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Jun 14, 2017

I appreciate also being here with Chairman Virginia Foxx, who is working so closely with President Donald Trump to help American families with fulfilling lives.

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Jun 14, 2017

I appreciate being present with Chairwoman Virginia Foxx who is working so closely with President Donald Trump to help American families with jobs, fulfilling lives.

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Jun 14, 2017

South Carolina has seen remarkable success in implementing the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.

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Jun 13, 2017

It's long past time to put an end to these misguided policies.

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Jun 13, 2017

This month marks the Fort Jackson Centennial, a celebration of 100 years of military service and opportunity at that extraordinary post. As the largest initial entry training facility for the Army, Fort Jackson has been a leader in…

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Jun 13, 2017

I'm grateful. In my home state of South Carolina we've recently had an organizing campaign at the Boeing facility in North Charleston, South Carolina, and it was really outside.

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Jun 13, 2017

the results of the most recent vote was 73 percent not to organize. And it was truly a credit of the workforce, a credit to the personnel there, such a positive environment.

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Jun 13, 2017

And my concern, indeed, that tourists go there is simply supporting a dictatorial totalitarian regime.

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Jun 11, 2017

The condition of mission facilities, airfields, training areas, housing barracks directly impacts the readiness of the units and the morale of the soldiers, civilians, and families.

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Jun 11, 2017

I want to thank you for your very clear warnings about the destructive consequences of sequestration.

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Jun 11, 2017

Thank you, Mr. Chairman and General Dunford, Secretary Mattis, Mr. Norquist. I am grateful tonight to see the bipartisan appreciation of your service.

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Jun 8, 2017

I thank Congressman Lloyd Smucker for yielding to me. I appreciate his dedicated leadership to the people of Pennsylvania. Students and businesses in South Carolina know firsthand the importance of an educated workforce to promote jobs…

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Jun 7, 2017

President Donald Trump last week courageously announced the withdrawal of the United States from the unconstitutional Paris accords, an unconstitutional treaty comprised of burdensome regulations destroying jobs. I am grateful for…

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May 24, 2017

I support all the legislation being considered today, but in particular, House Resolution 355, which condemns, in the strongest terms, the murderous terrorist attacks in Manchester, United Kingdom, on Monday night.

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May 24, 2017

Last year, Congress thoughtfully, in a bipartisan manner, rejected the prior administration's shortsighted proposal to terminate the Mixed Oxide Fuel Fabrication Facility.

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May 24, 2017

I am grateful to express appreciation for Annie Richardson, press assistant of South Carolina's Second Congressional District. A native of Alexandria, Virginia, Annie has called South Carolina's Second Congressional District home since…

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