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“If we're going to make progress to protect our environment, it's critical that people on both sides of the aisle speak out about the serious impact that climate change will have on our environment and our economy.”
“Treasure Coast residents know all too well about the crippling impact on both the quality-of-life and economy when environmental disaster strikes.”
“When my time in the Army was cut short, I was fortunate to be able to use funding from the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill to get my degree at Harvard.”
“The coronavirus pandemic has confronted our nation with many unique challenges.”
“The tech giants so eager to assert control over what is allowed to be shared don't have a great track record when it comes to deciding what information is accurate.”
“For me, supporting Israel will never be an issue of right versus left.”
“I share a desire with all Americans to make our communities and our country safer.”
“Israel's mothers and fathers are not warmongers, they don't wish to go out and seek conflict or war. They just want their kids to live long, grow old and live in peace.”
“Fighting for clean, safe water for future generations is a non-negotiable priority.”
“It was worth it to serve alongside my brothers and sisters in arms. And it was worth it to be part of our nation's proud tradition of military service. It was worth it to get to know hundreds, if not thousands, of men and women who set an incredible example of service and sacrifice.”
“Each week when I fly into Washington, D.C., I see the beautiful white crosses and Stars of David of Arlington National Cemetery from above.”
“If something should happen to me while being in Israel, I would consider it as one of the most worthy causes I could give of myself for.”
“After Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza in the summer of 2014, I wanted to show my support for Israel in a tangible way.”
“The spirit of America is the amazing accomplishments of individuals who inspire everyone they meet with how they have utilized our country's freedom.”
“I'm amputated a couple inches above where my kneecaps were. The first set of prosthetics that I had were nothing more than a shoe right where my amputation was.”
“The Affordable Care Act has failed its promises to lower costs, to let people keep their doctor and to let people keep their plans.”
“For many veterans who return home from battlefields, they often find themselves in another battle - a battle with their own mental health.”
“In many ways, service is in my blood. My father and my uncles all joined the military, and when I graduated from high school, I knew that I wanted to follow in their footsteps and fight for my country.”
“We may not always agree on every issue, but it's critical to listen to each other and hear all sides of an issue.”
“I became a bomb technician because I wanted to save lives. I nearly gave my own life for that - I lost both my legs and a finger when a roadside bomb detonated beneath me - and have known more heroes than I can count who died defending others.”