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Over the last few weeks in town hall meetings and other visits across the Fourth District, I’ve heard my constituents voice their concerns about a variety of issues. But by far, the common issue that troubles the vast majority is the proposed nuclear deal negotiated with Iran by the Obama Administration. Like many of my constituents, I am disturbed by what I’ve heard, seen and learned about the agreement. With a vote expected in Congress next month, I remain strongly opposed to approving the deal.
Ada News - Eric Swanson
Lawmakers have floated several proposals for fixing Social Security, such as raising the eligibility age and increasing the income levels subject to Social Security taxes, U.S. Rep. Tom Cole said Thursday.
Cole also said he was optimistic that Congress would find a solution to Social Security’s financial woes.
“I think in the end, the public will force people to the table,” he said.
CQ Roll Call - John Bennett
For months, House Republicans lacked a voice on a measure to authorize military operations against the Islamic State. As he had on other issues, Tom Cole sensed his party was adrift. So earlier this year he did what came naturally--he reached across the aisle.
Our Member of the Week is Representative Tom Cole of Oklahoma’s 4th Congressional District. In Congress, he serves on the House Appropriations Committee, the House Budget Committee, and the House Rules Committee. In addition to these committees, he also serves as a Deputy Whip for the Republican Conference.
A fifth generation Oklahoman, Tom has a significant background of service to his state. He resides in Moore, OK with his wife, Ellen.
We asked Rep. Cole 10 questions…
1.) What inspired you to run for Congress?
For decades, Social Security has brought peace of mind to generations of American retirees and disabled citizens. From that first paycheck and onward into every stage of working life, Social Security is an investment program that has served tens of millions of American workers. But as we are all too aware, the program’s ability to keep the same promise to future generations of American workers is in grave danger.
Pauls Valley Democrat - Barry Porterfield
Issues ranging from Planned Parenthood to negotiations with Iran were front and center for a U.S. Congressman’s brief town hall talk in Pauls Valley.
U.S. Rep. Tom Cole says Congress has actually been more productive in recent times, either getting bills on education, trade, veterans, human trafficking, cyber security and even the Keystone pipeline passed or positioned to move forward in the process.
Still, he views the big ones still on the table when Congress reconvenes in September.
Norman Transcript - Joy Hampton
The biggest thing coming before Congress in September is the Iranian nuclear deal, Rep. Tom Cole, R-Moore, said Tuesday during a visit to The Transcript offices.
The Iranian talks are a big deal. In a nutshell, Iran could agree to curb development of uranium and plutonium weapons grade sources, to allow for more open inspections and to reduce its current stockpile of low-enriched uranium in return for lifting sanctions.
The deal is being negotiated to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
Without question, the recent release of several undercover videos showing the cold-hearted, profit-driven and suspicious back-room realities at Planned Parenthood have shocked and horrified the vast majority of Americans. For those who have watched the videos or opted only to read about the horrors contained therein, the stomach-churning conversations and horrific images reveal a dark industry that not only claims the precious lives of unborn children but shamelessly sells their aborted remains.