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Joe Lieberman

@JoeLieberman

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Former United States Senator (I-CT)

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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
I also applaud Sec of State Hillary Clinton, who has served our nation w/such extraordinary skill, integrity & results over the past 4yrs
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
Thank you to my followers for reading & to the people of CT for the opportunity to serve. May 2013 bring you health & happiness
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
Must read: my op-ed w/ @SenJohnMcCain & @GrahamBlog "Syria's descent into hell" in today's @washingtonpost http://t.co/nEc9Cj8u
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
6 months
In a New York Times op-ed, Tom Edsall expresses concern that No Labels could pick a Unity ticket without “the constraints and safeguards of primary elections and caucus contests.” Does he mean the primary elections that…1/4
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
I commend & strongly support President Obama's nomination of my colleague & friend since college @JohnKerry to be our next Sec of State
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
6 months
4/4 America's primary process is the source of dysfunction at every level of government. We can only give America’s commonsense majority the choice they want in 2024 by operating outside the traditional party primaries. No Labels is proud to be offering Americans that choice.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
8 months
In Dec, our polling showed 58% of voters are open to a moderate independent ticket. Now, that number has grown to 63% of Americans who say we need an alternative choice.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
8 months
Nobody truly knows what will happen on election day, but our data indicates that voters who say they like Trump’s policies, but not Trump, are more open to a 3rd ticket.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
6 months
2/4 ❌…are about to produce two major party candidates that TWO-THIRDS of Americans don’t want to run? ❌…are dominated by the most extreme members of both parties?
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
8 months
2024: “An independent presidential ticket has a legitimate and expanding path to victory,” I wrote in @WSJ . No Labels polling shows a unity ticket can draw more votes from Trump than from Biden in 7 out of 8 states when a Republican leads the ticket.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
6 months
3/4 ❌…have turnout that is often a quarter or less of eligible voters? ❌…alienate independent voters by not allowing them to participate at all?
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
Honored to receive Natnl Intelligence Distinguished Public Service Medal today from Dir of Natnl Intelligence Clapper http://t.co/9F0fcrN7
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
14 years
Senator Reid told me he will "Rule 14" the free-standing #DADT repeal so it skips cmte and can come directly to the Senate floor.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
13 years
Repealing #DADT is the right thing to do whether you're liberal, conservative, Democrat, Republican, or independent. http://bit.ly/dT8pX5
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
In case you missed it, my farewell floor speech: http://t.co/kX7OkxyT
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
Heading to the Senate floor to speak about #Newtown in a couple minutes. Watch live: http://t.co/HavVqp6I
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
. @SenJohnMcCain Thanks my dear amigo for your words which were more than generous. You have taught me a lot about patriotism and service.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Honored to spend the day w/ #Iraq #Kurdistan President Barzani, a Kurdish patriot and true friend of the US. http://t.co/0P1UTqng
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
I’ll continue the important conversation on violence and gun control on CNN Newsroom with @CarolCNN in a couple minutes. #Newtown
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
In studio this morning with @ChazandAJ on 99.1 @WPLR . Listen live until 8:30 http://t.co/VUREE7IE #CT http://t.co/3lON77HH
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
Today at about 1:30, I will deliver my farewell speech on the Senate floor. I'm so very grateful to #CT for the opportunity to have served.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
I'll be on MSNBC's @dailyrundown with Chuck Todd in a couple minutes to discuss #Newtown
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
The best way to restore economic growth is to pass a comprehensive bipartisan deficit reduction plan along the line of Simpson-Bowles….
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
In '91 a no fly zone saved #Iraq #Kurdistan from Saddam. Now KRG is a great ally. Today we need a no fly zone to save #Syria from Assad.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
CT Delegation resolution condemning attack on Sandy Hook Elementary & expressing support, prayers for those impacted passed Senate, House
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
14 years
We have 60+ votes in support of repealing #DADT - it is vitally important to reach agreement on the right process to move forward.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
My statement on the Sandy Hook Elementary shooting today: http://t.co/CNdbqq1Z #Newtown #CT
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
Heading to the Senate Floor to give my farewell speech. Watch live at 1:30: http://t.co/HavVqp6I
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Thank you to the heroic #veterans who served our country. We are indebted for your sacrifice & inspired by your honor & courage #VeteransDay
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Very disappointed President Obama failed to mention #Syria last night. American silence emboldens Assad as he kills his own people. #DNC2012
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Shame on us if we can’t bridge the differences between Democrats and Republicans for the sake of national security
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Honored to meet w/ PM Netanyahu in Israel today to discuss threat posed by Iranian regime http://t.co/DZ850xHq
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Must read today's @washingtonpost editorial on the DC Opportunity Scholarship Program: http://t.co/59UOIVgy
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Terrific speech by @MarcoRubio . More evidence that he is a rising star in the next generation of American foreign policy leaders.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Visiting Syrian refugees near the Turkish border. They are pleading for America's help to stop the slaughter. #Syria http://t.co/MvqmCurI
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Heading to Senate floor to support #Magnitsky Act, a very important bill that will sanction #Russia human rights abusers.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
14 years
@SenatorCollins and I and others are introducing a free standing bill to repeal #DADT today.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
I'll join the conversation today at 9 MT @FoxNewsSunday : #FNS will focus this week's show entirely on the tragic #Newtown shootings.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Today’s CBO report details 4 straight yrs of trillion dollar deficits & is a call to action for bipartisan plan to reduce our nat'l debt
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
The challenge now is to work across party lines to avoid going over fiscal cliff.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
At 6:30 PM, I'll be on the @CNNSitRoom discussing Syria with @wolfblitzer
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Honored to meet w/ an impressive int’l ldr, Tibetan Kalon Tripa Lobsang Sangay. We discussed human rights in #Tibet . http://t.co/8iKAi6is
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
A key takeaway from #Morocco : pay attention to northern #Mali . Terror danger is real, growing, and needs urgent international action.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Honored to meet Burhan Ghalioun of the Syrian National Council and other opposition leaders in Istanbul. #Syria http://t.co/obHtrZPr
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Pleasure mtg group of bright Citadel cadets & speaking w them about the moral basis of freedom which they are studying http://t.co/mdcubgFA
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Inspiring protests in Benghazi. America has true friends in #Libya & we must help them build army & police they need to defeat extremists
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
13 years
Now is not the time for half-measures or politics as usual, and @RepPaulRyan has recognized this reality by offering his plan.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
13 years
. @SenJohnMcCain , @GrahamBlog and I issued a statement on #Syria today. Read it here: http://1.usa.gov/iFt12s
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
Our resolution urges the EU to sanction #Hizballah for terrorism & also for human rights abuses in #Syria . More: http://t.co/uoHYV7mj
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
Introducing a resolution 2day w/ @SenBobCasey & Sen Risch urging EU to sanction #Hizballah . We’re proud over half the Senate is cosponsoring
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
11 years
At 4:45 PM I'll be on @FoxNews with @TeamCavuto discussing fiscal cliff
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Government should not compel religious organization’s to provide services contrary to their beliefs.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
It's time to govern. And that means it is also time to compromise. Read my op-ed in @hartfordcourant : http://t.co/xYCXMOuC
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Congratulations to Chris Murphy on his election victory. I wish him all the best as Connecticut’s newly-elected Senator.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Humbled to be named an Honorary Submariner today in Groton. Thank you to our sailors for their service to this country http://t.co/jPmPQVzx
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
After mtg yest. in Turkey w/ leaders of Syrian resistance, I conclude they are getting no real help from us & rest of world. #Syria
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Heading to the Senate Floor w/ @SenJohnMcCain & @GrahamBlog to speak about the attack in Libya. Watch live: http://t.co/OETdLOIS
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Bashar al Assad is relying on airpower to keep killing in #Syria . It is past time for us to heed calls from Syrians for a no fly zone.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
3 amigos mtg w/ #Iraq PM Maliki. US must make real our strategic partnership w/Baghdad, esp as #Syria crisis worsens http://t.co/3XCa4ntM
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Disappointed that Senate once again missed an opportunity to safeguard our most critical cyber networks & protect our nat’l & econ security
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Great conversation today w/ @crowleyCNN & 3 other retiring members. Look for the intvu on Nov. 25. http://t.co/O1eXWMXx
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
13 years
My first real experiences with the water—other than the bathtub—were growing up in #Stamford on the Long Island Sound.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
House OKs HSGAC-passed bill that streamlines Senate confirmation process & reduces gridlock. My statement: http://t.co/C2XDDREm
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
At 4:30 PM EST, I will be on Fox News with Neil Cavuto to discuss the fiscal cliff. @TeamCavuto
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
13 years
In America it should not be a privilege for our children to get a first rate education. It should be a right. http://bit.ly/dWXsVs #DCOSP
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Good news President Obama has signed into law sanctions on Iran's Central Bank passed by Senate 100-0.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
ICYMI-- My speech today to the #AIPAC2012 policy conference: http://t.co/tlZbKlcw
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
13 years
I thank @RepPaulRyan for having the courage to address the danger of our national debt. http://1.usa.gov/e1myeD
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
14 years
Wikileaks’ deliberate disclosure of these diplomatic cables is nothing less than an attack on our national security. http://bit.ly/eZvsM9
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
14 years
Welcome to my newest adventure -- stay tuned for independent-minded tweets.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
The Iranian regime must hear this msg: either peacefully negotiate an end to nuke activities, or they'll be ended by military attack.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
I am opposed to the Administration’s new requirement that religious org.’s must offer employees contraception benefits.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
13 years
Wonderful visit to Utah to speak @BYU . About 10,000 people there. I felt a real connection. Talked abt faith in America's public square.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
I encourage all Nutmeggers to get out and vote! Find your polling place here: http://t.co/rpYnRRWR
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Thank you to all of our local first responders, police, and volunteers who have helped out during #Sandy
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
#Gaza ceasefire shows US leadership in Mideast remains vital, even as we do more in Asia. Choosing between these regions is a false choice.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
In Jerusalem this week, where I had an excellent meeting with PM Netanyahu -- http://t.co/gHdUD7XN
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Going to try to convince my colleagues in Congress & Admin. that we must give them weapons to defend themselves against #Assad . #Syria
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
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#Egypt under Pres. Morsi played a constructive role in #Gaza ceasefire. US must stay engaged to encourage Cairo on this path.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
If a nuclear-armed #Iran is unacceptable, we must make clear to the world that we are prepared to do what is necessary to prevent it.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
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I am about to deliver a speech from @BYU about faith and the public square. Watch live: http://t.co/3YC4WOsp
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Al Qaeda video proves terrorist intent to attack critical infrastructure cyber systems http://t.co/iI6FP7nV
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Looking forward to being on @FoxNewsSunday this weekend with @SaxbyChambliss
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
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Discussed #Iran sanctions with Shaul Mofaz yesterday, on his first trip to DC as deputy PM of #Israel . http://t.co/NAm2NMEs
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
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Sen. Olympia Snowe pledges support for #DADT repeal. Great news! http://bit.ly/eqcHTJ
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Joe Lieberman
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Joe Lieberman
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I respectfully urge President Obama to speak out, directly and personally, about what is happening in #Syria . http://1.usa.gov/kIxb42
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Joe Lieberman
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Disappointed by House vote to open Arctic Refuge to drilling. Committed to thwart in the Senate any threat to the #ArcticRefuge .
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
I will be on NPR's @TOTN at 2:20 PM EST today.
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Joe Lieberman
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We remember those lost 70 yrs ago at #PearlHarbor . Today we must continue to identify and confront evil in the world in defense of liberty.
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Joe Lieberman
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Next stop for 3 amigos: #Georgia , where elections will be held Oct 1. Our message: vote must be free, fair, & peaceful.
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Joe Lieberman
14 years
This is the first time the US govt has imposed sanctions on Iranian officials for their human rights abuses. It should not be the last.
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
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I will be in studio with @ChazandAJ on 99.1 @WPLR tomorrow morning 7:45 - 8:30! #CT Listen live here: http://t.co/VUREE7IE
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
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Intro'ed a bill to assist families of missing adults - named Billy's Law for missing CT res. Billy Smolinski Jr http://bit.ly/dtfD1B
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
My anncmnt w/ @SpeakerBoehner today re: @DCosp means a victory for hundreds of kids and families across DC. http://t.co/l5jUT7LD
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@JoeLieberman
Joe Lieberman
12 years
Proud to celebrate anniversary of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” repeal. It was an honor to help overturn this unjust law. Thanks to all who serve!
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