Our hearts go out to Lamar and his family with the loss of Honey. We cherish Honey's rich life of service and are grateful that Lamar and Honey have been able to be inseparable since leaving the Senate. Bob and Elizabeth Corker
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If Ukraine does not continue as an independent democracy, it will mark another milestone in the decline of the U.S. and the West. Half measures on sanctions and support are not cutting it. We are at war.
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Congratulations to and on this outstanding announcement. I could not be happier for our state and the many families in West Tennessee who will benefit greatly from this partnership with .
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We are excited to announce that @Ford & SK Innovation will invest $5.6 billion to build a 3,600-acre campus on the Memphis Regional Megasite — creating 5,800 new jobs. This is the largest project in Ford's history, & this historic investment will be transformational for West TN.
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Some of my most memorable experiences as a young Commissioner of Finance were dealing with Sen. Harper. She was a fierce advocate for her constituents, but beneath that tough veneer was a warm and kind human being with a great sense of humor. She has a special place in my heart.
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Thelma Harper, first Black woman in Tennessee Senate, dies at 80 tennessean.com/story/news/pol
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Senator Brock served our country with distinction and honor and made our state proud. His care and concern about our citizenry was always on display until the very end. I will miss his kind words of encouragement and cheerful nature, and my heart goes out to Sandy and his family.
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I applaud the seven Republican senators who voted to convict for their courage today.
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Congratulations to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. I wish the new administration well as they work to address the many challenges facing our great country.
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The American people are witnessing the true character of Donald Trump today and the culmination of his actions. I hope those aiding and abetting him in Congress will rethink their approach, with the understanding that if they do not, they will own this with him.
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I am saddened that some senators plan to undermine our democratic process that gives the American people, not politicians, the right to elect our president.
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The incoming administration should be extremely careful in its approach to the deeply flawed Iran nuclear deal. The Trump administration has created tremendous opportunity in the region that President-elect Biden can build upon.
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While the president has the right to legitimate legal challenges, responsible citizens cannot let the reckless actions by him and his legal team stand. Republicans have an obligation when the subject is of such importance to challenge demagoguery and patently false statements.
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The election effort that matters now is ensuring Georgia sends at least one Republican back to the United States Senate on January 5.
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Part of leadership and serving in elective office is being truthful with those you lead or represent whether they want to hear it or not. Thank you, .
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I congratulate President-elect Biden and wish him well as he organizes to lead our country.
After 2016 and 2020, surely our country can improve our election system where results are beyond question — and beyond demagoguery from either side of the aisle.
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But his efforts continued. He was a dedicated husband and father, a good friend, pastored many privately, some with vastly different political views, often early in the mornings. He was committed in all that he did. And all of us who knew him are better people as a result.
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Tom Coburn was a one of his kind, speak truth to power, public servant. He worked hard, did his homework, and was consistent in his fight against too much government spending and waste. The day he walked off the Senate floor, he left a void.
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This is the challenge we face and states well the central point I have been making. Another great piece by the editorial board. on.wsj.com/2JbnPC0
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I am glad the debate is now balanced and the understanding of the mid- to longer-term health consequences as a result of suicides, domestic violence, deprivation, and lives of poverty as a result of a prolonged lock down are being taken into account.
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For the good of our country, especially the working poor and small business owners that are seeing their life’s work vanish, I hope Americans can get back to work on April 12 as suggested.
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Speaking the truth in these times can sound tone deaf. But it still needs to be said and acted upon. Thank you, Mr. President.
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This is not a Republican or Democratic issue. gets it right, too. This morning he said, “…we also have to start to plan the pivot back to economic functionality. You can’t stop the economy forever.” I agree 100%, governor.
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WE CANNOT LET THE CURE BE WORSE THAN THE PROBLEM ITSELF. AT THE END OF THE 15 DAY PERIOD, WE WILL MAKE A DECISION AS TO WHICH WAY WE WANT TO GO!
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More sanity about the need to properly balance public health concerns and minimize the threat of #COVID19 while getting as many Americans back to work as quickly as possible.
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There is no stimulus, no amount of loan guarantees, no amount of government borrowing than can come close to dealing with the issues that our small businesses are and will continue to face if we have to continue our current policy for long.
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The editorial board is right. We urgently need a “pandemic strategy that is more economically and socially sustainable than the current national lockdown.”
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While I sincerely appreciate the hard work of all those on the front lines fighting #COVID19, it is my belief that if we do not get those other than the elderly and vulnerable back to work at or around that time, the cure may be worse than the disease.
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The American people as a whole have responded valiantly during this first phase of the fight against #COVID19, which by my calculation ends March 30.
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Finally some sanity away from the rushing herd. I could not agree more!
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., the people of #TN01 have been fortunate to have you as their representative for the past 11 years. Thank you for your outstanding service and congratulations on a job well done. I wish you and Clarinda well as you prepare for your next chapter.
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Recent decisions by the administration regarding Syria are a strategic error and further diminish the character of our great nation.
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The timing of the attacks on major oil plants in Saudi Arabia is really strange. We need to make sure we know who is responsible. Who benefits most from these actions?
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I am proud of the legacy has built over many decades and am proud to call him a friend. My full statement on his decision to leave the Senate at the end of the year:
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Proud to join so many others around the world to raise awareness on behalf of the more 27 million people trapped in modern day slavery. #enditmovement #EndSlaveryAct ❌
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Serving the people of the Volunteer State in the Senate has been the greatest privilege of my life. I thank Tennesseans for the opportunity and am happy to congratulate Senator on being sworn in today. I will be cheering her on each step of the way.
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There is no place for slavery to exist in our society today. Honored to be entrusted in carrying on ’s important work.
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While I plan to continue to play a role in the fight against modern slavery as a private citizen, I am incredibly grateful @senrobportman has agreed to take the helm in Congress to ensure this important work continues. #EndSlaveryAct #enditmovement bit.ly/2RoX6HG
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While I plan to continue to play a role in the fight against modern slavery as a private citizen, I am incredibly grateful has agreed to take the helm in Congress to ensure this important work continues. #EndSlaveryAct #enditmovement bit.ly/2RoX6HG
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Enjoying spending time with family today. It’s a beautiful Christmas Eve in Chattanooga.
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Elizabeth and I wish you and your family and very merry Christmas and a happy new year.
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