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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
Respecting Habeas Corpus
July 30, 2008
Weekly Columns
A new piece of legislation is being considered by the Armed Services and Judiciary committees that would irresponsibly amend the federal judicial code to allow detained, enemy combatants to apply for writs of habeas corpus.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs
High Gas Prices are Hurting Families
July 21, 2008
Weekly Columns
While Americans continue to pay ever increasing prices for gasoline, House and Senate leaders continue to block real solutions and instead appear to have adopted the policy of "pay more - drive less."
Issues:Economy & Small BusinessNatural Resources
Better Benefits
July 16, 2008
Weekly Columns
It's no secret that our nation's veterans are enthusiastically using their higher education benefits when they return from service. In fact, last year over 523,000 American veterans took advantage of government education assistance.
Issues:Veterans & Military Retirees
Cole Praises Decision to Open New "Vet Center" with Readjustment Counseling Services in Comanche County
July 15, 2008
Press Release

WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) offered the following comments after receiving word that the Department of Veterans Affairs has chosen Comanche County to receive a new Vet Center with counseling services.