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Lamar Smith

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Lamar Smith is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 21st congressional district from 1987 to 2019. During his tenure, he served as the chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, where he focused on issues related to science policy, technology, and innovation. Smith was known for his advocacy of scientific research and development, as well as his support for policies aimed at promoting economic growth through technological advancements.

Feb 25, 2009

Now, I don't have a PhD in economics, but I'm not stupid either, and neither are the American people.

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Feb 25, 2009

Vigorous, unimpeded competition sustains our economy and keeps it strong. It leads to innovative products that better our lives and keep prices low.

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Feb 25, 2009

I urge this committee to consider how this proposed corporate conglomerate will behave when they are not under our watchful gaze.

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Feb 25, 2009

this merger is complex because, as Representative Smith has noted, it raises both horizontal and vertical issues.

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Feb 24, 2009

What we saw was, I think, similar to what the Pentagon's report issued pursuant to the President's order, and that was no evidence of torture.

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Feb 24, 2009

I am extremely concerned about the perceptions that have been created in the aftermath of DHS's worksite enforcement operation in Washington State.

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Feb 24, 2009

The violence has increased; over 5,000 deaths last year, more than Iraq and Afghanistan combined. It is a state of war.

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Jan 21, 2009

This country is faced with a foreclosure crisis of historic proportions.

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Jan 21, 2009

Their irresponsible behavior was encouraged by Congress.

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Jan 21, 2009

These policies were implemented by lenders and encouraged by Government entities like Fannie Mae.

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