Tag: National Defense
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“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.
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Ernst Discusses Impact of COVID-19 in Iowa & Applauds Bipartisan Passage of NDAA
WASHINGTON, DC — To give an update on the state of the pandemic in Iowa, and discuss the recently passed NDAA, Ernst participated in a virtual discussion held by The Ripon Society.
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“We weren’t there, and that’s exactly why the Russians moved in.”
WASHINGTON, DC — In remarks to The Ripon Society, U.S. Reps. Michael McCaul & Mac Thornberry talked about the cost of retreating from a dangerous world, and why American leadership is so critical to peace and security.
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“It’s important that we maintain bipartisan support for the men and women who are out there risking their necks for us.”
WASHINGTON, DC – With the House set to vote on the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act, The Ripon Society held a discussion with three members of the Armed Services Committee who played a key role in writing the bill.
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“We want to make all the tax cuts permanent.”
WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Whip Steve Scalise spoke to The Ripon Society about some of the key things that have been accomplished by Congress, and some of the top priorities between now and the end of the year.
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“The threats against the United States will only increase.”
WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst outlined the effort she is spearheading on Capitol Hill to not only rebuild America’s military, but make America more energy secure.
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“If men and women volunteer to risk their lives to protect us and our freedom, we owe them the best that our country can provide.”
WASHINGTON, DC – With Congress nearing agreement on a plan to rebuild our military, The Ripon Society heard from Chairman Mac Thornberry about why the plan was needed & the growing number of threats around the world.
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“THE KOREA CONUNDRUM”
WASHINGTON, DC – With the North Korean missile threat increasing, the latest Ripon Forum focuses on the effort to contain Kim Jong Un and punish those who enable the Pyongyang regime.
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“A Better Way for America’s Military”
WASHINGTON, DC – House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mac Thornberry lays out the GOP plan to strengthen our national defense in the latest edition of The Ripon Forum, which was published today.