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Ted Cruz

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Ted Cruz is a United States Senator from Texas, serving since January 3, 2013. A member of the Republican Party, Cruz gained national prominence during his 2016 campaign for the Republican presidential nomination. He is known for his conservative positions on issues such as healthcare, immigration, and tax reform. Cruz has been a vocal advocate for limited government and has often positioned himself as a defender of constitutional rights.

Mar 19, 2013

I think drones have proven an effective tool in certain circumstances, and in particular have enabled us to deal with terrorists without placing servicemen and -women directly in harm's way.

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Mar 18, 2013

My focus for a long time has been and I think the focus of all of us should be on economic growth.

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Mar 18, 2013

In my view, the surest protection of consumers is vigorous competition.

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Mar 14, 2013

Madam President, I thank the Senator from Maryland and I ask unanimous consent to speak as in morning business for 5 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. TRIBUTE TO JOHN McCAIN

Congressional Record · 2013-03-14
Mar 14, 2013

Madam President, I note that today is the 40th anniversary of the release of John McCain from a prisoner of war camp in Vietnam. I wanted to take a moment in this body to thank Senator McCain for his extraordinary service to our Nation. On…

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Mar 13, 2013

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The Senator from Texas. Amendment No. 30 to Amendment No. 26

Congressional Record · 2013-03-13
Mar 13, 2013

Madam President, I call up my amendment No. 30. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report. The legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Texas [Mr. Cruz], for himself, Mr. Lee, Mr. Inhofe, Mr. Paul, Mr. Rubio, Mr. Cornyn, Mr…

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Mar 13, 2013

I ask unanimous consent that the reading of the amendment be dispensed with. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The amendment is as follows: (Purpose: To prohibit the use of funds to carry out the Patient…

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Mar 13, 2013

Madam President, I rise to deliver my first official speech on the floor of the Senate on an issue which I believe is the most urgent issue facing the country; namely, the dire need to restore economic growth to our Nation. I will note at…

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Mar 13, 2013

Weird, which in Austin is very fitting. It is a young, hip, vibrant city. It is referred to as the ``Live music capital of the world.'' Right now, a young adult in Austin in the individual health insurance market pays an average premium of…

Congressional Record · 2013-03-13

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