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May 17, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) gave the following remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in support of Justice Priscilla Owen and in opposition to Senate Democrats' partisan and unprecedented obstruction of President Bush's judicial nominees. Congressman Wilson strongly supports the constitutional option, which would ensure that all judicial nominees receive a fair, up-or-down vote on the Senate floor. "Madame Speaker, yesterday The Wall Street Journal highlighted the extreme and politically-charged use of the Senate Democratic filibuster," said Wilson.
May 13, 2005
SC Base Closure; S.C.'s major military bases to remain openBy SUSANNE SCHAFERAssociated Press 13 May 2005COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina got a vote of confidence from the Pentagon on Friday: Major bases escaped closure and the state was told it would receive more than 700 jobs. "This is a precursor of even better days," said U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C.
May 13, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following announcement regarding the Department of Defense's (DOD) Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) recommendations: "Today is a great day for the Second District of South Carolina. The Department of Defense has reinforced its commitment and confidence in Ft. Jackson, Parris Island, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, and the Beaufort Naval Hospital," said Wilson.
May 10, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) reminded all high schools in the Second District of South Carolina to submit their nominations for the 2005 Annual Congressional Art Competition, "An Artistic Discovery." The nationwide art competition is an excellent opportunity to showcase the talent of area high school students and acknowledge South Carolina's gifted young artists. "The Congressional Art Competition is a wonderful way to nationally recognize South Carolina's young artists," said Wilson.
May 6, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) issued the following statement praising the new employment numbers released by the Department of Labor reporting that the U.S. economy gained a larger-than-expected 274,000 jobs in the month of April: "I'm thrilled that over 274,000 Americans found new jobs last month," said Wilson. "Today's great news is another indication that Republican efforts to reduce spending and decrease taxes are helping Americans and strengthening our economy.
May 5, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson voted to support the Emergency Supplemental Wartime Appropriations Act Conference Report (H.R. 1268). The bill was passed by a bipartisan vote of 368 to 58, and contains $82 billion in defense-related spending with primary focus on support for the global War on Terror. More than $54 billion from this total supports military personnel and the operation and maintenance of their equipment.
May 4, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) spoke on the floor of the U.S House of Representatives regarding accomplishments by House Republicans in the first 100 days of the 109th Congress:"In the past 100 days, House Republicans have delivered a long list of accomplishments that are spurring economic growth and making a positive difference for millions of American families," said Wilson.
April 25, 2005
April 25, 2005Wilson Congratulates Parris Island on DOD AwardWASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) congratulated Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island on winning the Secretary of Defense Environmental Award in the category of Cultural Resource Management. The award ceremony will take place on May 4, 2005, at the Pentagon. "Parris Island is located on land that is rich in history and heritage," said Wilson. "The military and civilian personnel are doing a great job in preserving and protecting the unique environment of the Island.
April 25, 2005
April 25, 2005Wilson Congratulates Parris Island on DOD AwardWASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) congratulated Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island on winning the Secretary of Defense Environmental Award in the category of Cultural Resource Management. The award ceremony will take place on May 4, 2005, at the Pentagon. "Parris Island is located on land that is rich in history and heritage," said Wilson. "The military and civilian personnel are doing a great job in preserving and protecting the unique environment of the Island.
April 21, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following statement regarding the House Democrats' refusal to allow the House Ethics Committee to fairly investigate the charges against Majority Leader Tom DeLay: "For the past six weeks, Democrats have attacked Majority Leader Tom DeLay's character, leadership and intentions," said Wilson. "Although Democrats continue to smear Congressman Tom DeLay, they forget that they are responsible for preventing the Ethics Committee from investigating the charges directed at Mr. DeLay.