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McHenry speaks his mind on variety of issues
Nov 10, 2009
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Congressman Patrick McHenry spoke to a gathering at the P.E. Monroe auditorium on the Lenoir-Rhyne University campus Tuesday night about the state of the nation and what he's been doing lately in Washington, D.C.
He began his address by reminding those in attendance that he'd voted against the bank...
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McHenry Votes Against Government Takeover of Healthcare
Nov 7, 2009
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Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement regarding his votes against H.R. 3962 and in favor of a substitute amendment to the legislation.
“My constituents and the American people have sent a resounding message to Washington: reform healthcare, don’t take it over. Unfor...
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McHenry to NC Division of Medical Assistance: How Will Medicaid Changes Affect State?
Nov 6, 2009
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Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry sent a letter to the North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance concerning H.R. 3962, the healthcare legislation pending before Congress.
The legislation imposes unfunded mandates on states to pay for an expansion of Medicaid.
“As the vote on this legislation...
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McHenry Responds to Pelosi’s Expanded Healthcare Bill
Oct 29, 2009
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Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement in response to the unveiling of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s expanded healthcare legislation.
“Meet the new plan for a government takeover of healthcare, same as the old one. The American people have already rejected the approach...
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McHenry backs bill to publicize legislation
Oct 23, 2009
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Republican Congressman Patrick McHenry, whose 10th District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives includes Caldwell County, is backing a bipartisan bill (H.R. 554) that would require all legislation be made available to the public 72 hours prior to consideration by the full House.
Currently cos...
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McHenry Backs Bill to Make Legislation Available to the American People
Oct 14, 2009
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Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) announced his support for H.Res.554, a resolution requiring that all legislation be disclosed to the public 72 hours prior to consideration by the House of Representatives. The resolution is sponsored by Democratic Congressman Brian Baird (WA-3) and Republ...
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McHenry: Democratic Plans Limit What Businesses Offer
Sep 21, 2009
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In 2008, fewer than 300 people attended my annual 10 town hall meetings. This year, 4,980 people attended. I heard a diversity of opinions and ideas on many issues. All citizens were given the opportunity to express their concerns. No one was shouted down; all were treated with respect.
There was c...
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Lessons from the town hall meetings
Sep 16, 2009
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Having completed my annual town hall meetings, I want to share what I learned from my constituents and thank everyone who participated in one of the eleven meetings. I am proud to say that the citizens of the 10th District showed America how town hall meetings should work.
In 2008, fewer than 300 ...
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What is Patriotism?
Sep 11, 2009
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What Is Patriotism?
By Congressman Patrick McHenry
According to Webster’s, patriotism is “love for and devotion to one’s country.” But that simple definition is woefully inadequate.
Patriotism inspires us. It unites us. It fills our hearts with pride and optimism. And sometimes it brings us...
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McHenry Statement on President’s Address to Congress
Sep 9, 2009
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Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement in response to President Barack Obama’s address this evening to a joint session of Congress.
“The President spent the majority of his speech repudiating the legislation that is ready to be voted on by Congress.
“He wants to lower...
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