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Cole Comments on Democrat's "No Energy" Plan
September 9, 2008
Press Release

WASHINGTON - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) gave the following statement today after Speaker Pelosi and other Democrat leaders concluded a "no energy" press conference.

Highway Trust is Going Bust
September 8, 2008
Weekly Columns
Every year Americans travel over three trillion miles on the nation's roads. All of that traveling not only leads to wear and tear on our vehicles it also greatly affects the quality of our highways and bridges.
Issues:Transportation
National Preparedness Month
September 3, 2008
Weekly Columns
Unpredictable weather is a reality in our state. And although weather-related incidents are not the only things we need to be prepared for, they are certainly among the most common in Oklahoma.
Rep. Cole Praises Palin's Selection as Vice Presidential Candidate
August 29, 2008
Press Release

WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) praised today's announcement made by Senator John McCain to choose Governor Sarah Palin as his running mate.

Labor Day in the 21st Century
August 27, 2008
Weekly Columns
Every September, most Americans take an extra day to relax, visit extended family or take one last trip to the lake before their children's school year is fully back in swing. This extra day of vacation is Labor Day, a day that most Americans are able to enjoy, but few know the purpose of observing.
Our Sooner Energy Heritage
August 11, 2008
Weekly Columns
Last week I was pleased to host an energy summit in Norman with experts from across the state who shared their ideas and insights about Oklahoma's current energy situation and how our state can continue to be among the nation's leaders when it comes to energy innovation.
Issues:Energy & Environment
Cole Comments after Energy Summit
August 8, 2008
Press Release

WASHINGTON - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) gave the following statement today after the conclusion of his 2008 Energy Summit. At the event, Oklahoma's energy leaders offered their insight about our nation's energy outlook and the future of gas and energy prices. They also spoke about their respective industries and their changing role in helping the country overcome the energy crunch.

Cole to Host Summit with Oklahoma's Energy Experts
August 6, 2008
Press Release

WASHINGTON - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) will be hosting an energy summit Friday at the National Weather Center in Norman. During the summit, Oklahoma's energy leaders will offer their perspective on the current gasoline and energy crunch and discuss their role or their company's role in the state's future of energy security. All members of the media are invited to attend.

Staying Late to Demand a Vote on Energy
August 4, 2008
Weekly Columns
While citizens across the country go bargain-hunting for the “cheapest” gas prices in their areas, Speaker Pelosi and other members of House leadership have collectively put up their “will return after 5-weeks vacation” signs.
Issues:Energy & Environment
Preserving Second Amendment Rights
July 30, 2008
Weekly Columns
On June 26, 2008, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a federal appeals court decision that the gun ban in Washington, D.C. is unconstitutional.
Issues:Second Amendment