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Jim Webb

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Jim Webb is a former United States Senator from Virginia, serving from 2007 to 2013 as a member of the Democratic Party. Born on February 9, 1946, Webb has had a diverse career as a politician, author, and filmmaker. He is known for his focus on issues such as veterans' affairs, education, and economic opportunity. During his time in the Senate, he was a vocal advocate for the recognition of Virginia's Native American tribes, emphasizing the importance of federal acknowledgment for their contributions and rights.

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Apr 12, 2011

This aid plays a critical role in our diplomacy, and nowhere is this more important than in East and Southeast Asia.

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Apr 12, 2011

It was a considerable shift, when they decided to do that, back in the 1980s.

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Apr 12, 2011

I look forward to continuing to work with you on our total force of Active, National Guard, and Reserve servicemembers, as well as our civilian workforce, and the dedicated families that support them.

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Apr 12, 2011

If you're following that formula, there are a lot of differences among white cultures in this country.

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Apr 12, 2011

We must ensure our airmen and their families are safe, healthy, and resilient.

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Apr 12, 2011

It's kind of difficult to place cost-effectiveness on the use of a contractor if you don't know how many you're using.

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Apr 12, 2011

We may want to reevaluate--I don't want--you don't have to lower the standards, but you may want to reevaluate the standards that are being used, or at least take a look at them.

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Apr 7, 2011

I rise today to speak about today's guest Chaplain, the Reverend Dr. Jeffrey Carter of Manassas Church of the Brethren, located in Manassas, VA. I am pleased to welcome Dr. Carter, his wife Kim, and their three young daughters--Anna…

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Apr 6, 2011

The U.S. Government has long recognized the negative impacts of human trafficking.

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Apr 6, 2011

I would have to say, I had a number of friends--including a good friend who lives in Singapore--that were sort of amazed at this categorization.

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Apr 6, 2011

The way that they resolve a lot of these issues--it may not be the way that we do, but it's very effective in terms of fairness and stability in their society.

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