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Two Triumphs
June 23, 2008
Weekly Columns
Thomas Paine once said, "The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph." In the past few months two pieces of legislation have been the source of intense debate from both sides of the political aisle.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign AffairsForeign Affairs
Cole: Bipartisan FISA Agreement Protects America and Secures Civil Liberties
June 20, 2008
Press Release

WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) gave the following comments today after the House passed H.R. 6304, the FISA Amendments Act of 2008. This bill will modernize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and strengthen our country's terrorist surveillance laws.

Real Solutions
June 17, 2008
Weekly Columns
Last week the Republican members of the U.S. House unveiled an economic agenda designed to lower gas prices, eliminate wasteful government spending and prevent tax increases.
Issues:Economy & Small BusinessTaxes
Cole Shines Light on Majority's Energy Inaction; Calls for Solutions
June 11, 2008
Speech

WASHINGTON - Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) made the following remarks on the House floor last night drawing attention to Speaker Pelosi and the Majority party's unwillingness to take action to expand American-made energy to help drive down the rising cost of gasoline.

Cole Recognizes Toby Keith's Commitment to Armed Forces
June 10, 2008
Press Release

WASHINGTON - Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) introduced a resolution today to honor country music star Toby Keith's commitment to the United States Armed Forces. Keith has demonstrated his commitment in a number of ways, most notably by performing on six United Service Organizations (USO) tours overseas.

Washington Should Heed Oklahoma's Example
June 6, 2008
Weekly Columns
When I think about the contrast between the condition of our state and the condition of our country, I am reminded of the famous line from Charles Dickens novel, A Tale of Two Cities, "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times..."
Issues:Economy & Small Business
May 2008 - Rep. Walter Jones (NC-03)
May 31, 2008
Cole On Congress


Rep. Tom Cole (OK-04) hosts his monthly program "Cole on Congress" and visits with Rep. Walter Jones (NC-03) to provide an analysis on the issues facing our nation. (May 2008)

May 2008 - Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01)
May 31, 2008
Cole On Congress


Rep. Tom Cole (OK-04) hosts his monthly program "Cole on Congress" and visits with Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) to provide an analysis on the issues facing our nation. (May 2008)

Beating the Energy Crunch
May 23, 2008
Weekly Columns
As each day goes by, Americans feel the growing pressure caused by steadily increasing energy prices. Oil is nearing $130 a barrel and gasoline is hovering around $4 per gallon nationally.
Issues:Economy & Small BusinessEnergy & EnvironmentNatural Resources
Cole Introduces Legislation to Establish FEMA as an Independent Agency
May 23, 2008
Press Release

WASHINGTON - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) introduced legislation yesterday to re-establish the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as an independent agency. Cole's bill, H.R. 6147, is titled the "Federal Emergency Management Advancement Act of 2008" or the "FEMA Act."