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August 8, 2020 at 1:02 PM

ICYMI: "Is the Time Right to Cut the Payroll Tax?"

  from the August 2020 Edition of The Ripon Forum https://riponsociety.org/article/is-the-time-right-to-cut-the-payroll-tax/   Is the Time Right to Cut the Payroll Tax? by Karl Smith   When the coronavirus pandemic first hit the United States in March of this year, I recommen…

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August 7, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Ernst Discusses Impact of COVID-19 in Iowa & Applauds Bipartisan Passage of NDAA

For immediate release: August 7, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Ernst Discusses Impact of COVID-19 in Iowa & Applauds Bipartisan Passage of NDAA “We Senators need to be out there meeting with our constituents and not just folks in the Capital City.” WASHINGTON, DC …

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August 5, 2020 at 6:17 PM

Ripon in the news -- from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

  From the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette https://www.post-gazette.com/news/politics-nation/2020/08/04/conor-lamb-hydroxychloroquine-brighton-nursing-home-covid-19-outbreak-beaver-county/stories/202008040111   After hydroxychloroquine violations, Rep. Conor Lamb calls for feds to investi…

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August 4, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “There can be no greater mistake from the democratic point of view, nothing more ruinous can be imagined from the point of view of a true democracy, than to believe that democracy means absence of…

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August 3, 2020 at 6:17 PM

“MODERNIZING U.S. ENERGY POLICY” -- In latest Ripon Forum, Lisa Murkowski explains why she believes this time of crisis should be a moment of reform

For immediate release: August 3, 2020 Contact: [email protected]   “MODERNIZING U.S. ENERGY POLICY” In latest Ripon Forum, Lisa Murkowski explains why she believes this time of crisis should be a moment of reform Plus, a status report on the fight against COVID-19   …

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August 3, 2020 at 12:02 PM

Kelly Reflects on Today’s Political Environment, and his Experience as a Survivor of COVID-19

For immediate release: August 3, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Kelly Reflects on Today’s Political Environment, and his Experience as a Survivor of COVID-19 “I think too often Washington gets wrapped around the axle of the next election, as opposed to doing the right thi…

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July 31, 2020 at 4:02 PM

McHenry Discusses Upcoming COVID Relief Package and the Upcoming Election

For immediate release: July 30, 2020 Contact: [email protected] McHenry Discusses Upcoming COVID Relief Package and the Upcoming Election “There are severe economic issues that will result from us not acting.” WASHINGTON, DC — Throughout the novel coronavirus outbreak, …

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July 28, 2020 at 6:47 PM

Gardner Says Next Aid Package Must Focus on What Americans Need — Not What Washington Wants

For immediate release: July 28, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Gardner Says Next Aid Package Must Focus on What Americans Need — Not What Washington Wants “We can’t take a one-size-fits-all approach to fixing the economy.” WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner (R-CO)…

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July 28, 2020 at 11:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “In America today all sure people are summoned to service and sacrifice.”  Theodore Roosevelt In the  Metropolitan October 1918 To view past Teddy Tweets, please click here 1155 15…

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July 24, 2020 at 4:35 PM

PhRMA Head Steve Ubl Highlights Industry Response to Global Pandemic

For immediate release: July 24, 2020 Contact: [email protected] PhRMA Head Steve Ubl Highlights Industry Response to Global Pandemic “We're seeing an unprecedented level of collaboration, both within companies, between companies, and with government officials.” WASHINGT…

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July 21, 2020 at 11:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “We cannot do great deeds as a nation unless we are willing to do the small things that make up the sum of greatness.”  Theodore Roosevelt Speech in New York City May 30, 1899 To view past …

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July 20, 2020 at 5:32 PM

Stauber Leads Push to Pass Police Reform This Year

For immediate release: July 20, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Stauber Leads Push to Pass Police Reform This Year “At a time when our communities are calling for change, we have to respond.” WASHINGTON, DC — With protests across the country helping to fuel a debate ove…

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July 17, 2020 at 12:03 PM

Stivers Underscores Priorities for Next Round of Coronavirus Relief

For immediate release: July 17, 2020 Contact: [email protected] “We need to do something for our first responders and front line workers.” Stivers Underscores Priorities for Next Round of Coronavirus Relief WASHINGTON, DC — On Wednesday afternoon, The Ripon Society held…

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July 14, 2020 at 10:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society ““I hold no other class of people in our community in quite the regard that I hold the American teacher who is moulding the American nation of tomorrow.”  Theodore Roosevelt Speech before the Io…

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July 12, 2020 at 4:02 PM

ICYMI: "Trump and the GOP's control of the U.S. Senate" -- from The Oklahoman

From The Oklahoman https://oklahoman.com/article/5666507/opinion-trump-and-the-gops-control-of-the-us-senate   Opinion: Trump and the GOP's control of the U.S. Senate by THE OKLAHOMAN EDITORIAL BOARD Published: Sun, July 12, 2020 2:45 AM   If President Trump’s polling struggles c…

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July 10, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Bucshon Discusses the Prospects of Students Returning to School this Fall and COVID-19 Vaccine Development

For immediate release: July 10, 2020 Contact: [email protected] “Based on the medical data alone, I think the reality is that it will be safe for children to go back to school for the most part.” Bucshon Discusses the Prospects of Students Returning to School this Fall and…

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July 9, 2020 at 9:17 PM

ICYMI: "Trump must ‘drive Biden’s negatives up’ to win, like in 2016" -- from the Washington Examiner

  from the Washington Examiner July 9, 2020 https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/washington-secrets/pollster-trump-must-drive-bidens-negatives-up-to-win-like-in-2016    Pollster: Trump must ‘drive Biden’s negatives up’ to win, like in 2016   by Paul Bedard   President Trump i…

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July 7, 2020 at 4:32 PM

Hollingsworth Praises Efforts to Stabilize the Economy, but Cautions Against Federal Overreach

For immediate release: July 7, 2020 Contact: [email protected] “We have to remember that what we do today in moments of crisis will echo throughout history.” Hollingsworth Praises Efforts to Stabilize the Economy, but Cautions Against Federal Overreach WASHINGTON, DC — …

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July 7, 2020 at 10:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “The first requisite of a good citizen in this Republic of ours is that he shall be able and willing to pull his weight.”  Theodore Roosevelt Speech in New York November 11, 1902 To view pa…

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July 6, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Goeas Assesses Political Landscape Heading Toward November

For immediate release: July 6, 2020 Contact: [email protected] “For the second time in a row, I believe the true swing vote in this campaign is going to be that group of voters that dislike both candidates.” Goeas Assesses Political Landscape Heading Toward November WAS…

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July 4, 2020 at 2:17 PM

Stay Safe & Happy Independence Day!

“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”   DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE JULY 4, 1776 _________________   FOLLO…

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June 30, 2020 at 10:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “It is not the critic who counts… the credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly… who spends himself in a worth…

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June 25, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Ripon Society Holds 2020 Election Preview with the Executive Directors of the NRCC & NRSC

News from The Ripon Society June 25, 2020 _____________________________________   Ripon Society Holds 2020 Election Preview with the Executive Directors of the NRCC & NRSC WASHINGTON, DC — With just over four months left until the general election, The Ripon Societ…

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June 23, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “No man is above the law and no man is below it.”  Theodore Roosevelt Third Annual Message December 7, 1903 To view past Teddy Tweets, please click here 1155 15th Street, NW, Suite…

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June 22, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Walorski Talks About Fight Against COVID-19 and the Increasing Importance of Telehealth in Our Lives

For immediate release: June 22, 2020 Contact: [email protected] “Crisis is the mother of invention.” Walorski Talks About Fight Against COVID-19 and the Increasing Importance of Telehealth in Our Lives WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski (IN-2) appeared before a v…

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June 18, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Ripon Society Holds Virtual Discussion with GOP Staff Director of the Energy & Commerce Committee

News from The Ripon Society June 18, 2020 _____________________________________   Ripon Society Holds Virtual Discussion with GOP Staff Director of the Energy & Commerce Committee WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society held a virtual discussion yesterday afternoon with …

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June 16, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Justice consists not in being neutral between right and being wrong, but in finding out the right and upholding it, wherever found, against the wrong.”  Theodore Roosevelt Fear God and Take Yo…

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June 12, 2020 at 4:03 PM

LaHood Outlines Mission of China Task Force

For immediate release: June 12, 2020 Contact: [email protected] LaHood Outlines Mission of China Task Force “We are in uncharted waters as it relates to China.”   WASHINGTON, DC — As Americans grapple with the fallout from COVID-19, some leaders in Congress have begun…

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June 9, 2020 at 10:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Government by the people means that the people have the right to do their own thinking and to do their own speaking about their public servants.”  Theodore Roosevelt In the Kansas City Star  Ap…

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June 5, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Cassidy Says America’s Leaders Need to Work Together

For immediate release: June 5, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Cassidy Says America’s Leaders Need to Work Together “If there was ever a time for a thoughtful response to the challenges facing our country, it is now.”   WASHINGTON, DC —U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy (LA) appe…

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June 2, 2020 at 10:03 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “No public servant who is worth his salt should hesitate to stand by his conscience.”  Theodore Roosevelt Speech in New York City  October 20, 1911 To view past Teddy Tweets, please click…

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June 1, 2020 at 4:02 PM

McBride Says Governors are Providing Critical Leadership in the Fight Against COVID-19

For immediate release: June 1, 2020 Contact: [email protected] McBride Says Governors are Providing Critical Leadership in the Fight Against COVID-19 “When the history of this period is written, I believe it will reflect the vital role that Governors played in protectin…

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May 29, 2020 at 7:18 PM

Katko & Murphy Push for Establishment of Commission To Make Sure America is Not “Caught Off Guard” Again

For immediate release: May 29, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Katko & Murphy Push for Establishment of Commission To Make Sure America is Not “Caught Off Guard” Again “The goal is to make sure the U.S. is stronger and more resilient in the face of future pandemics.…

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May 26, 2020 at 4:03 PM

Arrington Says Cooperation — not Confrontation — is Key in the Fight Against COVID-19

For immediate release: May 26, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Arrington Says Cooperation — not Confrontation — is Key in the Fight Against COVID-19 “We need to show the country that we can work together in a bipartisan way to help our fellow man, especially in times of…

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May 26, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Good legislation does not secure good government, which can come only through a good administration.”  Theodore Roosevelt Speech in New York  May 25, 1900 To view past Teddy Tweets, plea…

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May 22, 2020 at 4:03 PM

Hill Praises Congressional Action but Urges Reform of America’s Medical Supply Chain

For immediate release: May 22, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Hill Praises Congressional Action but Urges Reform of America’s Medical Supply Chain “Members in both parties are working hard at tackling the virus.”   WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks to a virtual meeting of T…

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May 19, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “An honest, courageous, and far-sighted politician is a good thing in any country.”  Theodore Roosevelt Speech in Cairo, Egypt March 28, 1910 To view past Teddy Tweets, please click here …

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May 18, 2020 at 12:02 PM

COMING TOGETHER -- Special Edition of The Ripon Forum highlights how Americans are putting their time & talents to work in the fight against COVID-19

For immediate release: May 18, 2020 Contact: [email protected] COMING TOGETHER Special Edition of The Ripon Forum highlights how Americans are putting their time & talents to work in the fight against COVID-19   WASHINGTON, DC — As the nation and the worl…

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May 15, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Burgess Says Congress Needs to Focus on Policy, Not Politics, in its Response to COVID-19

For immediate release: May 15, 2020 Contact: [email protected] BURGESS SAYS CONGRESS NEEDS TO FOCUS ON POLICY, NOT POLITICS, IN ITS RESPONSE TO COVID-19 “We’ve got to put partisanship aside and do what’s best not only for the health of the American people, but the health…

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May 12, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “A strong and wise people will study its own failures no less than its triumphs, for there is wisdom to be learned from the study of both.”  Theodore Roosevelt Sixth Annual Message December 3, 1…

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May 11, 2020 at 5:32 PM

Brady Offers Solutions for Getting America Back Up & Running

For immediate release: May 11, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Brady Offers Solutions for Getting America Back Up & Running “We have the know-how and we have the ingenuity to do this, and we’re ready to help as we reopen.”  WASHINGTON, DC – As cities and states acros…

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May 6, 2020 at 4:03 PM

Ripon in the news – from The Hill

from The Hill May 6, 2020 https://thehill.com/business-a-lobbying/496283-trumps-meatpacking-plant-order-fails-to-prevent-shortages  Trump's meatpacking plant order fails to prevent shortages  by ALEX GANGITANO  Major grocery store chains are imposing limits on customers…

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May 5, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “As a people, we must be united. If we are not united, we shall slip into the gulf of measureless disaster. We must be strong in purpose for our own defense, and bent on securing justice within ou…

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May 4, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Lucas Expresses Confidence in Nation’s Food Supply

For immediate release: May 4, 2020 Contact: [email protected] Lucas Expresses Confidence in Nation’s Food Supply “Being able to feed America is just as important as being able to produce bullets and bombs.”  WASHINGTON, DC — With reports that America may be facing…

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May 1, 2020 at 4:32 PM

Upton Lays Out Key Elements of 21st Century Cures 2.0 and Applauds Private Sector Response to COVID-19

For immediate release: May 1, 2020 Contact: (202) 216-1008 Upton Lays Out Key Elements of 21st Century Cures 2.0 and Applauds Private Sector Response to COVID-19  “It’s critical that companies be able to step up and do what they can to make a difference without being bogge…

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April 28, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “We must act with Justice and broad generosity and charity toward one another and toward all men if we are to make this Republic what it must and shall be made.”  Theodore Roosevelt Speech in Ne…

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April 24, 2020 at 6:02 PM

Reed Lays out Plan to Reopen the Country in a Way that will Keep Americans Safe & Secure

For immediate release: April 24, 2020 Contact: (202) 216-1008   Reed Lays out Plan to Reopen the Country in a Way that will Keep Americans Safe & Secure   "The key is to keep moving forward and try to get back to normalcy as much as possible.”   WASHINGTON, DC …

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April 21, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “Besides each one of us working individually, all of us have got to work together. We cannot possibly do our best work as a nation unless all of us know how to act in combination as well as how to…

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April 17, 2020 at 5:01 PM

Davis Discusses Fight Against the Coronavirus and Some of the Challenges Facing the Country & Congress in the Months Ahead

For immediate release: April 17, 2020 Contact: (202) 216-1008 Davis Discusses Fight Against the Coronavirus and Some of the Challenges Facing the Country & Congress in the Months Ahead WASHINGTON, DC — In remarks on Wednesday before a virtual meeting of The Ripon Society a…

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April 14, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Teddy Tweet of the Week

"Teddy Tweets" Theodore Roosevelt's Weekly Wisdom Presented by The Ripon Society “The fundamental rule in our national life -- the rule which underlies all others -- is that, on the whole, and in the long run, we shall go up or down together.”  Theodore Roosevelt First Annua…

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