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April 12, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) expressed his support for Majority Leader Tom DeLay: "Under Congressman Tom DeLay's leadership, the House has provided tax relief creating three million jobs, prescription drug coverage for needy citizens, and a strengthened military to protect American families. "Additionally, Majority Leader DeLay and his wife Christine play a valuable role in their community. As foster parents, they have devoted themselves to improving the lives of abused and neglected children, and are now focusing their efforts on creating homes for foster children who need them.
April 6, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks on the floor of the U.S House of Representatives: "Mr. Speaker, throughout the second district of South Carolina, people are eager to discuss how to improve our Social Security system," said Wilson. "After conducting over 20 town meetings with constituents of all ages about this issue, I am more convinced than ever of the need to strengthen Social Security.
April 5, 2005
U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson addresses students, faculty and staff of Claflin University during its Honors and Awards Convocation Tuesday morning.
March 31, 2005
March 31, 2005Wilson Announces $6.6 Million Contract for FNMI Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC.) announced that the U.S. Department of Defense has awarded a $6.6 million contract to FN Manufacturing, Inc. (FNMI), of Columbia, South Carolina. FNMI will use the funding for materials in support of the M16A4 rifle and M4 Carbine."I'm proud to congratulate FNMI on securing another substantial contract from the U.S. Department of Defense," said Wilson.
March 31, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) expressed his support for the U.S. Department of Energy's decision to construct a facility at the Savannah River Site (SRS) to manufacture mixed oxide (MOX) fuel for eventual use in commercial nuclear power plants."This decision is a big step in the right direction," said Wilson. "The facility will create new jobs for South Carolinians and will allow SRS to play a key role in the Department of Energy's plans to convert plutonium into MOX fuel. I'd like to congratulate SRS and also express my appreciation to Secretary Bodman for all of his efforts.
March 16, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks from the House floor: "Mr. Speaker, as a thirty year member of Rotary International, I'm proud to recognize the valuable work of new Rotarians in Russia," said Wilson. "Although Rotary in Russia is only eleven years old, the one-hundred year old Rotary organization is already strengthening Russian communities, helping to enrich multi-national relations, and improving economic conditions in Russia.
March 15, 2005
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. By dedicating their lives to fighting for the American people and stabilizing emerging democracies, our soldiers are protecting our country and defeating the goals of the terrorists. I am grateful for their service," said Congressman Wilson.
March 15, 2005
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. "I look forward to listening to the citizens of the Second District about their suggestions and concerns regarding our Social Security system," said Wilson.
March 14, 2005
Half a Dozen Lawmakers Have Kids at War By LAURIE KELLMANAssociated Press WriterWASHINGTON (AP) -- For about half a dozen members of Congress who have had kids serving in Iraq, the war is far more than a matter of public policy. They debate it and often defend it - with eyes on public opinion, like almost any elected official. But they also live the war through those most dear to them.Therein lies a lesson about the limits of power.For more than a year, Rep.
March 9, 2005
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. In January, Iraqi women risked their lives to participate in Iraq's first free elections in over fifty years.