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Journal Record - Debbie Gann, Guest Columnist
Oklahoma’s representatives in Congress have a powerful opportunity Monday to stand up for jobs and economic development in Oklahoma by voting to support the Export-Import Bank.
The Department of Treasury and Office of Management and Budget recently reported that the annual federal deficit had declined to its lowest level in years. At first glance, this sounds like very good news, and predictably President Obama was quick to claim it as his victory. However, even though the report certainly signals that some responsible choices have been made to slow the rate of spending, the reality is that the government still consistently spends outside its means and in so doing adds to our country’s already heavy burden of debt.
Lawton Constitution - Mitch Meador
This is as chaotic a time as Fourth District Congressman Tom Cole has ever seen in the U.S. House of Representatives, but he feels confident of four things: The U.S. will not default on its debt, Congress will not shut down the government again, the government will find a way to shore up its dwindling transportation fund, and Congress will not allow sequestration to happen.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) recently filmed the latest episode of his television and web show, Cole on Congress. This month's program featured an interview with Lt. General Thomas Stafford—a former U.S. Air Force officer, test pilot and notable NASA Astronaut from Weatherford. Stafford's decorated career includes more than 507 hours logged in space and six rendezvous missions.
Without question, we live in a dangerous world with threats that only continue to grow or become more apparent each and every day. Given the nature of the times in which we live, it is critical that our country maintain the capability to confront the mounting dangers to our security and those to our friends and allies.
Indian Country Today - Chickasaw Nation
Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby marked the beginning of his unprecedented eighth consecutive term as governor during the historic inauguration ceremony October 1 in the Ataloa Theatre, on the campus of East Central University.
“It is a great honor to serve the Chickasaw people as governor of the Chickasaw Nation,” said Gov. Anoatubby. “We have made tremendous progress working together with the Chickasaw people. With their continued support, we believe our greatest achievements are yet to come.