“A group of military members died. It makes me sad. One of them was from my state. He did many good things. He wanted to do more. People will miss him. I want people to remember him.”
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Recent debates
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Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026
13 statements
Moment of Silence in Honor of the 25th Anniversary of September 11
2 statements
Honoring Former U.S. Representative Charles Hatcher of Georgia
2 statements
Recognizing Firefighters from California's Third Congressional District
17 statements
Saluting White Plains Beautification Foundation
2 statements
Celebrating Rural Lawyer Julie Bear
4 statements
Operation Midway Blitz Anniversary
2 statements
Catherine Watts Celebrates 100th Birthday
4 statements
House of Representatives
Honoring Major Alexander Davis of Goldsboro
A debate honoring an Air Force Major who died in a B-52 mishap. The representative mourned the loss and highlighted the Major's selfless service.