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Bob Corker

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Bob Corker is a former United States Senator from Tennessee, serving from January 4, 2007, to January 3, 2019. A member of the Republican Party, Corker was known for his leadership as the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, where he focused on issues related to foreign policy and fiscal responsibility. During his tenure, he played a significant role in shaping U.S. foreign relations and was involved in key legislative efforts regarding international agreements and budgetary matters.

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May 11, 2009

I think it is a mistake, and I think we are potentially embarking on a monumental mistake.

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May 11, 2009

I think we've seen for instance, just to use a most recent example of tarp. Once it can be used, it can be used for lots of things.

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May 11, 2009

I really believe that this administration is making a large mistake asking for this supplemental today.

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May 11, 2009

I don't know what the purpose of that is exactly.

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May 11, 2009

I do think we need to understand how these moneys are going to be circulated through these countries.

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May 11, 2009

You know we have this debate and we end up sort of using the petroleum reserve that we have right now almost in a populous way.

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May 6, 2009

Look, I mean, we're Senators. You know, let's face it, we do not understand fully, as each of you do...

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May 6, 2009

I think our concern is--we're concerned about cyber security, OK? We're concerned about making sure that Americans...

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May 5, 2009

I do hope there is some--that you will coach us and help us figure out a way to maybe deal with the resolution issue and let the other be dealt with when there is not a crisis; otherwise, we will probably not end up with a cause-neutral…

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May 5, 2009

So now you are moving the free enterprise into government and we are making money----

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May 5, 2009

I find it amazing that your embrace of the free market is so different from our Treasury Secretary.

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Apr 29, 2009

Well, listen, we thank you for coming to testify today.

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