May 24, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself the balance of my time. The CHAIR. The gentleman is recognized for 4\1/2\ minutes.
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.
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Mar 17, 2011
Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to this resolution, and I do so as one who does firmly believe that we need to, as soon as we responsibly can, end our military engagement in Afghanistan. The cost is very real. I represent Joint Base…
Mar 17, 2011
We may have a legitimate debate about what our presence should be, how we should change it, but the notion that we can simply walk away from this problem, as Ms. Ros-Lehtinen pointed out, is simply not true. And it is a problem that…
Mar 2, 2011
I do just want to conclude by making a special thank you to the Special Operations Command, and the Navy SEAL team in particular.
Mar 2, 2011
And this is something that I think DOD-wide and intelligence-community-wide we have to be engaged in.
Mar 2, 2011
I do want to give special recognition to Admiral Olson since he is from Tacoma.
Mar 2, 2011
General Mattis, you have the greatest responsibility of the commanders right now in a very, very complicated part of the world.
Mar 2, 2011
If you could just update us a little bit, Admiral, you know, send something to us on the record about what you have been doing with nonlethal uses of force.
Mar 2, 2011
I associate myself with the chairman's remarks. I think he perfectly summed up the challenges the two of you face.
Mar 1, 2011
She and her staff continue to be incredibly strong advocates for Fort Huachuca in particular and the military in particular.
Mar 1, 2011
The Army's logistical tail of the operational energy pipeline is a handicap that must be overcome through technological advances.
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