- Was sworn in as congressman for the 113th Congress today. I am honored to serve the people of southwest Georgia, and am looking forward to a productive 2013!
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Regarding last night's vote on the fiscal cliff, while this legislation isn't perfect, in any compromise neither side gets everything that it wants. Frankly, I would have preferred a “grand bargain” reducing the deficit, averting the sequester, and strengthening our economy over the long-term but last night’s agreement is an important first step toward putting our fiscal house in order. Click here to read my full statement:- 150 years ago today, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, a historic document that continues to serve as an important symbol of justice and equality.
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Congratulation for retired Maj. General Robert McMahon on being named Middle Georgian of the Year by The Macon Telegraph! (The Telegraph & macon.com - Middle Georgia's #1 Source for News)Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. shared a link.
Senator Daniel K. Inouye served his nation with distinction, always fighting for our men and women in uniform, for his much beloved home state of Hawaii, and for our entire nation. His powerful legacy of service and leadership in the Senate will be missed.- Was proud to present a $20,000 check to the House of Mercy charity in Columbus Georgia this morning. A yearly donation, this year’s money was raised at the 25th annual Black History Breakfast in February.
- I am deeply saddened to hear the news of today’s senseless shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. My heart goes out to the students, faculty, and families at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Please keep the victims in your prayers as their community copes with the aftermath of this terrible tragedy.
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Dr. Yvonne Kennedy was an extraordinary leader, educator, and public servant. We are all blessed that she gave so much to the Mobile community, the state of Alabama, and our great nation. She truly will be missed.Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. shared a link.
Managing our national debt and bringing our nation back to a balanced budget are the most important issues we face in Congress today. I am proud to have stood with the Blue Dog Democrats Coalition on the bipartisan H.R. 4053, Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Improvement Act (IPERIA). Today’s passage is a great step towards working together to find progress for the future.Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. shared a link.
Signed onto a letter urging House Leadership to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act before the end of the 112th Congress. A strong bipartisan bill is needed to ensure that women, children, and families all across the United States are protected from domestic violence.Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. shared a link.
Congratulations to Luke Bryan, Leesburg native, for winning nine awards at this year’s American Country Awards, including Artist and Album of the Year!- Spent the morning conferencing with members of the sponsoring Columbus Chamber of Commerce, community leaders, and US Army Fort Benning discussing the fiscal cliff, sequestration, and BRAC issues at the National Infantry Museum
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