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Congressman Joe Wilson made the following statement on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives: "Mr. Speaker, under the leadership of President George W. Bush, the men and women of our armed forces are winning the War on Terrorism.

March 15, 2005Wilson to Host Social Security Town Hall MeetingsWashington D.C. – Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) announced that he will host several Social Security town hall meetings from March 21st through March 23rd. These meetings will provide an opportunity for constituents to share their opinions about the condition of the Social Security system.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks from the House floor: "Madame Speaker, as a member of the Iraqi Women's Caucus, I am honored to recognize the bravery and strength of the Iraqi and Afghan women today in their developing democracies," said Wilson. "In the face of great danger, the women of Iraq and Afghanistan are displaying tremendous courage.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks from the House floor: "Mr. Speaker, I rise today in appreciation of President Bush seeking to strengthen our Social Security system," said Wilson. "When Social Security was conceived in the mid-1930's, the average life expectancy at birth in the United States was 60. Today, the average American life expectancy is over 77.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded grants under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program to three South Carolina communities. "South Carolina's firefighters risk their lives daily to protect our families and our property," said Wilson.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks from the House floor: "Mr. Speaker, I am honored to discuss how two service organizations in the Second District of South Carolina that have joined together on the 'Nothing to Hide' project to promote awareness about mental illness.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) announced that the "Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users " (H.R. 3) designates $10 million for improvements to Highway 278 over five years. The bill passed the U.S.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks from the House floor: "Mr. Speaker, I strongly believe that all Americans deserve a strengthened retirement. Our current Social Security system is financially broken, outdated and unable to meet our future retirement needs. In 1950, there were 16 workers to support every beneficiary.