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Adam Smith

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Adam Smith is a U.S. Representative for Washington's 9th congressional district, serving since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on various legislative efforts, particularly in defense and foreign policy. Throughout his tenure, Smith has been involved in key discussions and initiatives related to national security and military funding, reflecting his commitment to these issues. He has also been an advocate for progressive policies within his district and has worked on legislation addressing economic and social challenges faced by his constituents.

Jun 24, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I yield myself 3 minutes. The bottom line with this resolution--and I think the gentleman made a lot of very fair points. I certainly think that the White House could have handled it better in terms of communicating with…

Congressional Record · 2011-06-24
Jun 24, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentlelady from Ohio (Ms. Kaptur). (Ms. KAPTUR asked and was given permission to revise and extend her remarks.)

Congressional Record · 2011-06-24
Jun 24, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. David Scott), a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee and also a member of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly.

Congressional Record · 2011-06-24
Jun 24, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the ranking member of the Appropriations Committee, the gentleman from Washington (Mr. Dicks).

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Jun 24, 2011

There are a number of arguments about this issue and arguments in favor of ending the mission in Libya. I think the Speaker articulated one, which is basically we support the idea of the removal of Qadhafi and they support the idea of…

Congressional Record · 2011-06-24
Jun 24, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I demand a recorded vote. A recorded vote was ordered. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--ayes 180, noes 238, not voting 13, as follows: [Roll No. 494] AYES--180 Aderholt Akin Alexander Austria Barletta…

Congressional Record · 2011-06-24
Jun 24, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from California (Mr. Berman), the ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.

Congressional Record · 2011-06-24
Jun 24, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from California (Mr. McClintock). Mr. McCLINTOCK. I thank the gentleman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, this bill purports to cut off funding for combat in Libya. In doing so, it simply forbids…

Congressional Record · 2011-06-24
Jun 24, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I yield myself 3 minutes. I rise in support of this resolution. This is Congress exercising its authority as appropriate. And I agree with the people who say that Congress should do this, and I just wish we would understand…

Congressional Record · 2011-06-24

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