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Virginia's 1st District
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Humbled to serve
#va01
during 113th Congress, which began today. Thanks for your tweets in 2012 - keep them coming in 2013!
#happynewyear
Thanks for interacting, folks! I always appreciate your thoughts, concerns, and questions.
#twittertues
#va01
@
BobMercur
We'll miss you in
#va01
, but thanks for participating, and please stay engaged!
RT @
BobMercur
: @
RobWittman
Unfortunately I lose ou as my Rep. but keep up the great work.
Folks, my thoughts & prayers are w/ those affected by the tragedy in Newtown. We must work 2 ensure the safety and security of our children.
@
nevasue
I also believe we shouldn't raise taxes on the middle class, & that it is extraordinarily important 2 significantly reduce spending
RT @
nevasue
: .@
RobWittman
Thank you for representing me. I support Pres. @
BarackObama
's plan to reduce middle-class taxes
#twittertues
#
...
@
ChavezTM
Extremely important issue. I'm working to offset the DoD cuts & ensure we meet the needs of our men and women in uniform.
RT @
ChavezTM
: @
RobWittman
any thoughts wrt rumored DoD slices affecting NN/Hampton area?
Rob will be here later today to answer questions for
#twittertues
. What are your thoughts?
#va01
#fxbg
#hrva
#nnk
#rva
Let’s keep the victims and their loved ones in our thoughts and prayers.
#prayfornewtown
My heart goes out to all of those affected by the horrible, senseless tragedy today in Newtown, Connecticut.
What a fantastic Army-Navy game! There is nothing like being there to experience it. Congrats to the Midshipman-great victory'
Today we remember the fallen at Pearl Harbor and their selfless sacrifice. We are the greatest nation in the world due to those who serve.
Folks, thanks for your continued tweets. Please stay in touch. We're continuing to work to avoid the Fiscal Cliff. Your ideas are valuable.
I enjoyed taking part in the Cong. Shipbldg Caucus breakfast this morning with great folks to advocate for a strong naval fleet/amphib force
@
AshtonMinter
Thanks! It was a great evening. I really enjoyed the festivities.
#fxbg
RT @
AshtonMinter
: Another great Fredericksburg Christmas Parade! And thanks @
RobWittman
for making an appearance.
#fredericksburgva
@
jayplumm
It's critical for us to avoid the Fiscal Cliff. House Republicans put forth a balanced proposal yesterday to the White House.
RT @
jayplumm
: @
RobWittman
What are you willing to sacrifice in a budget deal Congressman to ensure that we do not go over the "Fiscal Cl ...
Folks, Rob will be here shortly for a live
#twittertues
Q&A. What's on your mind?
#va01
#fxbg
#hrva
#nnk
#rva
RT @
BobMcDonnell
: Virginia will be 1 of 3 states included in the first-ever renewable energy lease sale on the outer continental shelf. ...
Pleased to see Westmoreland County and the
#nnk
getting some well-deserved attention in @
nytimestravel
.
http://t.co/qhkcT0tg
Thanks for your questions, folks! I'm going to vote on the House floor, but please continue to keep in touch.
#twittertues
#va01
@
Parlay1992
I also support efforts to reduce salaries for members of Congress, as well to reduce the budget for the Legislative Branch.
@
Parlay1992
I support efforts to make Members of Congress accountable and assuring that our fundamental duties are performed.
@
jzirkle0
It's my hope that we avoid the fiscal cliff. I am working to find thoughtful ways to avoid these massive cuts to our defense.
RT @
Parlay1992
: @
RobWittman
Re-introduce your *no pay for no serious work* I understand the others didn't like the plan, but we the peop ...
RT @
jzirkle0
: @
RobWittman
Will this fiscal cliff/defense cuts, affect the contractor workforce @
NSWC Dahlgren?
@
edjbox
I believe there will be continued efforts to replace the ACA w/ patient-centered reforms.
RT @
edjbox
: @
RobWittman
what's the plan now to deal with the "Affordable Care Act" (Obamacare)? Any plans to repeal/replace?
Rob will be here soon to answer questions for
#twittertues
. Please submit your thoughts, comments & questions!
#va01
#fxbg
#hrva
#nnk
#rva
Folks, keep your tweets coming! look forward to continuing to interact.
@
Esparza87
First, that we avoid going over the fiscal cliff. We must reduce spending & reform the tax code. We must address sequestration.
It is great to be here to speak to the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Council about defense issues
Thanks to the Gloucester Chamber of Commerce for the opportunity to meet with folks and answer questions about their government
@
timothy_watson
My focus is always on what's best for our nation, including a strong military and smart, strategic defense policy.
@
timothy_watson
My goals are to reduce our nation's debt and ensure a strong military. The Super Committee failed and we must keep fighting.
RT @
timothy_watson
: @
RobWittman
Whenever you talk about how the defense industry needs more money, why don't you note how many donations ...
RT @
timothy_watson
: @
RobWittman
Why did you flip-flop on sequestration? Why do you think it's the govt's job to create jobs? Do you supp ...
Rob will be here this morning to take your comments and questions - what's on your mind?
#twitter
#va01
#nnk
#rva
#fxbg
#hrva
Rob is on the House floor and will speak momentarily. Tune in!
http://t.co/fxerOckH
#defense
#sequestration
Congrats @
NASA_Langley
Research Center, celebrating their 95th Anniversary. Proud of their good work, looking forward to more in the future
RT @
cspan
: House Armed Services Cmte (@
HASCRepublicans
) hearing on @
DeptofDefense
plans for
#Sequestration
– LIVE online here:
http://t.
...
House Armed Services Committee hearing on looming defense cuts is underway. Tune in:
http://t.co/gfcW3azI
#hasc
#sequestration
On live now talking defense cuts with @
jfredericksshow
- tune-in online
http://t.co/H5ROo3pg
#sequestration
Hearing also live via @
cspan
/ House Armed Services Cmte. Reviews Defense Dept. Audit Readiness | C-SPAN
http://t.co/EfdopcI8
Live in America's 1st District + have a question for Rob? Join live chat today on Facebook
https://t.co/y8TF9S61
#va01
#nnk
#rva
#fxbg
#hrva
Rob is currently chairing a hearing: Department of Defense Auditability Challenges. Tune-in:
http://t.co/9T6RWfBH
#HASC
#defense
#sequester
RT @
HASCRepublicans
: FC
#HASC
Hearing on Operational Contract Support: Learning from the Past and Preparing for the Future
http://t.co/Z
...
@
bonostph
yes mom has always been fun. Great to see her enjoying herself at the orchard.
@
JulieC_Hunter
Thanks for sending this my way. Will take a look, and I welcome your suggestions.
In VA01, I've met with many folks concerned about these looming defense cuts. It is unconscionable for the Senate and WH to ignore this.
RT @
JulieC_Hunter
: . @
RobWittman
why isn't Congress doing anything about this:
http://t.co/gvoMK7EQ
?
#twittertues
This week, we'll be voting on another bill to avoid sequestration. Folks in America's First are very concerned with these potential cuts.
@
momn3boys
Thanks for the RT. God Bless America.
Great
#HASC
hearing today on the future of shipbuilding and our shipbuilders and their suppliers. Must better plan for future needs.
@
Longtabsigo
There haven't been recent discussions on the relocation of AFRICOM, but it has been part of past conversations.
RT @
Longtabsigo
: @
RobWittman
Ok, i'll fling one out there: What, if anything, is being discussed about relocating USAFRICOM to the
#hrv
...
Let us never forget the innocent lives lost on 9/11 & those that have volunteered to go in harm's way to defend our liberties and freedoms
Let us all take time today to remember the victims of 9/11 and those that have fought for our country.
Hey folks, I'm here for a few minutes to take your comments and questions.
#nnk
#hrva
#fxbg
#rva
#va01
#twittertues
is back: Rob will be here shortly to answer questions in a live @
twitter
Q&A. Send along your questions!
#fxbg
#rva
#hrva
#nnk
Great morning at Mathews Market Days- what a great community!
Wittman: Sequestration inaction ‘not acceptable’
http://t.co/ALvGF0IN
RT @
VCNVAorg
: Did you see @
RobWittman
's piece today? !A clean Chesapeake Bay — and jobs" | Richmond Times-Dispatch
http://t.co/IG5xmWes
RT @
OdieHD
: Congressman Rob Wittman discusses Veterans Benefits with members of the King George @
American Legion Hall
http://t.co/xC0
...
In today's @
RTDnews
, Wittman: A clean Chesapeake Bay — and jobs
http://t.co/4N6vHMOY
#chesbay
#baynews
ONE-MINUTE VIDEO: @
RobWittman
calls on Congress to stay in DC, finish critical business
http://t.co/0sEyTgCG
Congress should stay in Washington to finish the business of the people. I am prepared to stay in Washington as long as it takes.
Tune in - Rob will be speaking on the floor shortly!
http://t.co/fxerOckH
RT @
HASCRepublicans
: Streaming live - Sequestration Implementation Options and the Effects on National Defense: Administration Perspecti ...
The House Armed Services Committee hearing on looming defense cuts is underway. You can watch online here:
http://t.co/AKktRJTd
#HASC
RT @
HASCRepublicans
: McKeon WaPo OpEd - The danger of Obama’s inaction on sequestration
http://t.co/jN2mDtrm
Headed to joint
#HASC
#VA
hearing which will begin shortly
http://t.co/yMwL4IBy
Thanks for your tweets, keep them coming. Please stay engaged.
#va01
@
Rastronics
Thanks for your thoughts. I believe the leaders of this nation should set an example.
#va01
RT @
Rastronics
: @
RobWittman
I believe the Chief Executives pay should be included in the Congressional pay being cut as well.
@
RobDuBois
The issues b4 Congress must be addressed now. The solutions must come from what's best for this country now and in the long term.
RT @
vplwv
: @
RobWittman
like where the farmers made sure runoff not going into water. Localities fixing storm/sewer issues. Localities fi ...
RT @
RobDuBois
: @
RobWittman
Sir, do you see necessary challenges yet happening in Congress to raise cooperation above self-interest? It’s ...
@
vplwv
Brought this up w/ EPA 2 make sure they count pollution reduction by farmers, much of which is currently not captured in reports
RT @
vplwv
: @
RobWittman
Do you think the epa should count the work localities & farmers have done to comply with tmdl already. The EP ...
RT @
Jonathan_Deaux
: @
RobWittman
All I'm thinking about is the UN Small Arms Treaty and getting rid of @
BarackObama
. Any comment Sir?
@
Jonathan_Deaux
I'm adamantly opposed to the Arms Trade Treaty. We must protect 2nd Amendment rights.
I've been very vocal about completing not just the budget, but also the appropriations bills before the end of the fiscal year.
Regarding
#NoBudgetNoPay
I support cutting pay for members of Congress and restoring budgeting to timely, regular consideration.
@
ladyozma
Yes I did, fantastic evening. Great fellowship w/ the LDS community.
@
Robert_E_Lehman
Yes, I am a cosponsor of HR 459 and will vote in favor.
#auditthefed
RT @
ladyozma
: It was really great seeing @
RobWittman
at the
#NoVA
#YouthCelebration
put on by the
#LDS
church. Hope he enjoyed it!
@
SoBeHappy
Neither, I would hope they'd practice healthy lifestyles that would include refraining from alcohol or illegal drug consumption.
RT @
Robert_E_Lehman
: Great
#news
. Let's hope @
RobWittman
& @
CantorPress
are on board too. @
AmidstTheCrowd
@
1Marchella
#gop
#tcot
#tl
...
RT @
SoBeHappy
: would you rather have your kids smoke marijuana or drink Alcohol? @
MarkWarner
@
barackobama
@
EricCantor
@
Randy_Forbes
@
Rob
...
@
mommakj22
VA law limits smoking in public places, their consideration was for outdoor spaces & didn't limit 2 entrances and exits to bldgs
Saddened this morning to hear of the unthinkable tragedy in Colorado. Deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to victims and families
@
nathanielcline
thanks. Good to see you in Northumberland. Thanks for the great sports coverage in the northern neck.
@
friesner
ag policy important 4 rural areas, affecting crop insurance to help farmers protect operations. Includes SNAP/food stamp program
RT @
nathanielcline
:
#Northumberland
welcomes Major Softball All Stars
#littleleague
http://t.co/CNALQdDf
@
RobWittman
RT @
friesner
: @
RobWittman
can you sum up the farm bill in 140 characters?
@
chris_crossin
the national debt and building a healthy economy. I voted for a balanced budget amendment and a
#
of pro-jobs bills
Serving With (Other Republicans in Virginia
Morgan Griffith
Eric Cantor
Frank Wolf
Scott Rigell
Robert Hurt
Bob Goodlatte