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" The Constitutional framework of checks and balances matters. "

Checks And Balances

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" We're a small state. Our quantity of representation in Washington is not as large as a Texas, an Ohio, or a New York. So when decisions are made on the federal level, our voice can get drowned out. "

" Our roads and bridges form the essence of interstate commerce in this country and have for some time. "

" The federal government should not be able to hide behind sovereign immunity when the facts don't meet the protections. "

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" We've made extraordinary progress on the environment over the decades, and that's something we should celebrate. "

" My battles have been against federal actions that exceed the powers our Founders granted to the federal government in the constitution. "

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" When you hang around people who believe in you, it kind of uplifts your spirit a little bit. And you can see great things happen. "

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" As Oklahomans, we believe in bold entrepreneurship and good stewardship. "

Entrepreneurship

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