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“My goal is to make sure that we’re ushering in a new era of innovation.”
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-5) appeared Wednesday afternoon before a virtual meeting of The Ripon Society to discuss her agenda as the top Republican on Energy & Commerce.
“I stand firm on my conservative principles, but I believe in productivity over partisanship.”
WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society held a virtual discussion with U.S. Reps. John Curtis (UT-3) and Blake Moore (UT-1). The discussion centered on what each lawmaker seeks to achieve in the 117th Congress
“Even though we’re going through a turbulent time, I’m confident that we will get through this and become stronger than ever. ”
WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society hosted a virtual meeting with U.S. Reps. David Valadao (CA-21) and Young Kim (CA-39) who flipped House seats held by Democrats in 2020, making gains in a state where Republicans have faced stiff headwinds in recent years.
“We want more dollars in local economies and in the pocketbooks of American families, not in Washington.”
WASHINGTON, DC — In remarks before a virtual meeting of The Ripon Society, Ways & Means Committee Ranking Member Kevin Brady (TX-8) discussed the panel’s agenda for the 117th Congress and his priorities over the next two years.
“Instead of beating the drum for whatever the political message is of the day, we should focus on the things that matter to people.”
WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society hosted a virtual event with U.S. Reps. Frank Lucas (OK-3) and Stephanie Bice (OK-5). The discussion centered on possible legislative priorities in the new Congress, where tensions remain high.
“If you’re going to be part of the solution, you’ve got to work with the other side.”
WASHINGTON, DC — In remarks to The Ripon Society, U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) discussed the upcoming agenda of the Environment & Public Works Committee and the effort to break the political logjam on Capitol Hill.
“The entire point of public service is to get things done.”
WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society held a virtual discussion with U.S. Reps. Tom Reed (NY-23) and Stephanie Murphy (FL-7), who see an opportunity to unite on America’s most pressing issues.
“President Biden knows what the drill is. To get something done, he’s going to need Republicans.”
WASHINGTON, DC — With the 46th President inaugurated and the 117th Congress officially underway, The Ripon Society held a virtual discussion with three Members of the U.S. House from Michigan.
Cole Calls for Action on COVID Relief Package & Discusses Prospect of Bipartisan Cooperation Next Year
WASHINGTON, DC — In remarks before a virtual meeting of The Ripon Society, U.S. Rep. Tom Cole (OK-4) called on Congress to pass a fifth coronavirus relief measure & discussed the prospect for bipartisan cooperation in the coming year.
“People should not be looking to score political points.”
WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society hosted a virtual discussion with Ohio Congressman Brad Wenstrup, a physician who has been a leader on health care and a proponent of making sure the fight against COVID stays above politics.
