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October 3, 2022
Weekly Columns
Last month, House Republicans renewed our “Commitment to America” by outlining policies to get America back on track amid the numerous crises caused by the out-of-touch policies and irresponsible spending pushed by President Joe Biden and Democrats.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign AffairsEconomy & Small BusinessEducationEnergy & EnvironmentHealthcareTaxes

As a former educator, I understand how important it is for our children to have access to a quality education. I am committed to ensuring parents and teachers have the tools and resources necessary to provide the best possible educational opportunities for our children.

August 29, 2022
Weekly Columns
Last week, President Joe Biden unveiled a plan to unilaterally erase a wide swath of certain federal student loan debts.
Issues:Education

August 24, 2022
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued the following statement after President Joe Biden announced cancellation of certain federal student loan debts, which is expected to cost taxpayers at least $325 billion.

April 25, 2022
Weekly Columns
For several years, radical liberals have called for mass student loan forgiveness with no indication with what it would do to our country’s economy or how it would affect hardworking Americans.
Issues:Education

October 1, 2021
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) congratulated Brink Junior High, located in the Fourth District of Oklahoma, following its selection by the U.S. Department of Education as a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School.
Issues:Education

October 1, 2021
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) congratulated Pioneer School, located in the Fourth District of Oklahoma, following its selection by the U.S. Department of Education as a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School.
Issues:Education

July 19, 2021
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Education published updated priorities today for the upcoming grant cycle for the American History and Civics programs.
Issues:Education

May 17, 2021
Weekly Columns
Along with mathematics and science, study of civics and American history is key to a well-rounded education. Indeed, when Americans have a deeper understanding of our nation’s history and founding principles, they become more engaged citizens who participate in our government the way our Founding Fathers intended. It also preserves our republic and ensures a prosperous future for generations to come.
Issues:Education

May 17, 2021
Washington, D.C. – Last week, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona urging the Biden Administration to withdraw its proposed priorities for the American History and Civics Education programs published in the Federal Register last month.
Issues:Education