Wilson Reacts to State of the Union Address

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 23, 2007

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Wilson Reacts to State of the Union Address

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) tonight released the following statement regarding President Bush’s State of the Union Address:

“President Bush tonight unveiled his plans for the future of our nation. While Washington has experienced a power shift, the President serves the entire country - not one party. Thus, I am hopeful Congress can work together to implement the best of his ideas for the betterment of the American people.

“I appreciate and firmly support President Bush’s resolve to win the Global War on Terrorism. As he stressed, success in Iraq is imperative to our security here at home. I am encouraged by recent strides of the Iraqi government. The quicker Iraqi Security Forces are trained, the quicker our men and women can come home.

“I am encouraged the President is continuing to advocate for alternative energy sources. Decreasing our dependence on foreign oil is good for our economy and our national security. I look forward to examining the President’s proposed tax reform, which has the potential to make healthcare more accessible and affordable.

“I look forward to working with my colleagues in Congress to move forward on the President’s agenda and produce real reforms for the American people.”

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