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The last several weeks have been difficult for our country and caused many to question not only our economic future, but the very ability of our federal government to perform its most basic functions.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the passing of Congressman C.W. “Bill” Young (FL-13). Young served on the Appropriations Committee throughout most of his career, including as Chairman (1999-2005) and Ranking Member of the full committee and most recently as Chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee.
Rep. Tom Cole (OK-04) hosts his monthly program "Cole on Congress" and visits with Rep. Paul Cook (CA-08) to provide an analysis on the issues facing our nation. (October 2013)
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the House voted for a resolution to fund the federal government through January 15, raise the debt ceiling through February 7 and appoint a conference committee to negotiate long-term budget reforms.
In order to balance a household budget, living within your means is key. Hardworking American families understand this reality and plan budgets that anticipate paying for basic needs like housing, utilities, clothing and food and for extras like eating out, going to the movies or taking a trip.
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Ripples from the federal government shutdown continued to spread across Oklahoma this week, with effects ranging from canceled airplane sales to home loan approval delays to court stays.
It’s not surprising or uncommon when people disagree. We see differing points of view in every aspect of our lives, but one of the great things about being American is the fact that we’re all entitled to have an opinion and state it loudly if we choose.