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Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the Cut, Cap, and Balance Act of 2011, H.R. 2560, by a vote of 234-190:

"The Cut, Cap, and Balance Act of 2011 provides legitimate long-term reforms to Washington's runaway spending. As an original co-sponsor of this Act, I firmly believe this legislation will force Washington to do what families and small businesses must do every day: balance the budget.

On Friday, July 15, 2011, the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel held a hearing entitled "Military Voting." Chairman Joe Wilson (R-SC) released the following prepared remarks:

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after learning of today's terrorist attack in India which killed more than twenty people and injured at least 100 more in Mumbai's financial district:

"I am deeply saddened by the news from Mumbai. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all affected by these attacks. There is no place in this world for senseless acts of violence like those experienced in India today. The American people stand firmly behind the people of India in support of the fight against global terrorism."

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02), a member of the Education and the Workforce Committee, released the following statement after today's committee hearing focused on "Rushing Union Elections: Protecting the Interests of Big Labor at the Expense of Workers' Free Choice."

Wilson stated, "These proposals will represent a major shift in procedures that will adversely affect the rights of workers.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after the House of Representatives voted against authorizing the limited use of the United States Armed Forces in Libya:

"The President's decision to ignore the Constitution along with the War Powers Resolution has led us to this point. Choosing not to consult with Congress on this conflict was complicated even further by this Administration's failure to explain and outline a plan of action to the American public.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after President Barack Obama announced the withdrawal of 10,000 troops from Afghanistan by the year's end with an additional 20,000 troops expected to be pulled out by the end of 2012:

(Washington, DC) – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after being presented with the inaugural Political Forum Award for Advocacy by the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) this past Saturday at the AAHOA national convention in Las Vegas, Nevada:

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after the Royal Bank of Canada was named as the new sponsor for the Heritage golf tournament:

"I would like to congratulate the Heritage Classic Foundation for securing a five year sponsorship with the Royal Bank of Canada. Ensuring this PGA event stays at Harbour Town is wonderful news for the Lowcountry and the state in general.