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March 5, 2009
March 5, 2009
NASA projects too long, too costly, GAO saysBy STEWART M. POWELL Houston Chronicle
March 4, 2009
“Bastrop County has endured a wildfire that has left a significant scar on several tight knit communities. While the northern edge of the affected area is just outside my district, it affects our entire region and I want to assure you that Bastrop County will receive the help from the federal government that it needs for homeowners and businesses to repair and rebuild. I commend Judge McDonald and Governor Perry for acting quickly to start the process to receive federal aid.
March 4, 2009
Panel calls for more scrutiny of ICE programBy SUSAN CARROLL HOUSTON CHRONICLE
February 27, 2009
February 27, 2009
“I support the President’s decision to reduce our troop levels and ultimately end the war in Iraq. It is thanks to the strategy put in place by General Petraeus, the success of our troops, and particularly the surge that will allow the Iraqi people to take the reigns of a sovereign and stable nation that is not a safe haven for terrorists.
“While President Obama did not support the surge as a member of Congress, I am pleased that he is listening to our military commanders.
February 27, 2009
February 26, 2009
“There is no doubt that this President faces an economic challenge not seen in our country in generations. And I applaud his determination and spirit to get us back on our feet. But his proposed budget for 2010 is a blueprint for irresponsible deficit spending.
“While most Americans are tightening their belts, and the President has appropriately warned Congress that some cuts will be necessary, his budget calls for bigger and more expensive federal government.
February 26, 2009
February 26, 2009
Napolitano Cites Mexican Drug Cartels as Major Threat By Spencer S. Hsu / Washington Post Staff Writer