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Herb Kohl

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Herb Kohl is a former U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, serving from 1989 to 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he was known for his focus on education, healthcare, and economic development. During his tenure, Kohl was a strong advocate for consumer protection and played a significant role in various legislative efforts aimed at improving the lives of Wisconsin residents. He also served on several Senate committees, including the Appropriations Committee, where he worked on funding for various programs and initiatives.

Dec 13, 2012

Mr. President, I rise for one final time to address the Senate. My remarks will be brief. Actually, I just want to say one thing: Thank you. I wish I could say it with the eloquence of one of my first friends in the Senate, Senator Dale…

Congressional Record · 2012-12-13
Nov 29, 2012

I will just add to this list his place in my heart as a beloved cousin, valued friend, and welcomed reflection of all about our fathers that was strong, smart, and good. I thank the rabbi for his time and attention to the Senate today…

Congressional Record · 2012-11-29
Nov 29, 2012

Mr. President, I rise today to thank Rabbi Baruch Frydman- Kohl for his invocation this morning and welcome him and his beloved wife Josette to the Senate. Rabbi Baruch's father Jack and my father Max were brothers and Europeans during the…

Congressional Record · 2012-11-29
Nov 14, 2012

AMERICA'S INVISIBLE EPIDEMIC: PREVENTING ELDER FINANCIAL ABUSE

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Sep 20, 2012

Madam President, I rise today with great sadness to inform the Senate that Jennifer Green, a valued member of my staff and a cherished member of the Senate family, passed away last weekend after a brief illness. It is a comfort to all who…

Congressional Record · 2012-09-20
Jul 24, 2012

Mr. President, we know taxes are scheduled to increase for all Americans next year, and we know an across-the-board tax increase on all Americans would be very bad for our economy. What we disagree on is which tax cuts should be continued…

Congressional Record · 2012-07-24
Jul 24, 2012

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. (The remarks of Mr. Kohl pertaining to the introduction of S. 3427 are printed in today's…

Congressional Record · 2012-07-24
Jul 18, 2012

Madam President, I am here today to talk about the state of manufacturing in this country, how we can do better, and how we can create more jobs here at home. The Bring Jobs Home Act is a good bill that will help keep jobs in this country…

Congressional Record · 2012-07-18

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