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McConnell Urges Senate to Address National Security Challenges with American Strength

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 22, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) spoke on the Senate floor today about the pressing national security priorities facing the United States. McConnell emphasized the need for strong border security, calling attention to the alarming increase in illegal immigration since President Biden took office.McConnell stated, "This week, Senator Lankford and several colleagues will continue their work to finalize the most substantial border security policy in thirty years." He highlighted the urgency of the situation, noting that there have been over 6.7 million...

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22?

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 20, 2024

These former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22.

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Jackson Purchase News area weekly mass times

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 20, 2024

The following parishes in the Jackson Purchase News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Americans Aren’t Falling For POTUS’ Pitch On Bidenomics

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 18, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell criticized President Biden's economic policies, also known as Bidenomics, in a speech on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the struggles faced by working families and small businesses, pointing out that the cost of living has increased significantly since Biden took office.McConnell stated, "On average, [working families] are spending more than $11,000 more than they were when the President took office, just to maintain the same standard of living." He emphasized that the decrease in take-home pay has resulted in less...

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McConnell: Biden Admin. Must Make Adversaries Fear Costs of Escalating Violence

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 18, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) criticized the Biden Administration's approach to national security priorities, particularly in relation to the Iran-backed Houthi group. McConnell questioned why the Biden Administration removed the Houthis from the terrorist list and took so long to acknowledge the reality of their terror activities. He highlighted the group's motto, which includes "Death to America" and "Death to Israel," and emphasized that they have been a sustained threat to U.S. military and commercial ships in the Red Sea.McConnell acknowledged...

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Biden Admin’s EV Obsession Sends Working Americans’ Tax Dollars To China

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 17, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) criticized the Biden Administration's climate policy in a recent speech on the Senate floor. McConnell argued that the administration's emphasis on electric vehicles (EVs) is detrimental to American workers and businesses, while benefiting China's economy. He highlighted the stringent emissions standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which effectively mandate automakers to produce EVs, regardless of consumer demand.McConnell pointed out that the average EV on the market costs over $16,000 more than a...

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Outcompeting China Requires Investments in Hard Power

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 17, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the need for greater investments in hard power to outcompete China in a speech on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the urgency of addressing the crisis at the southern border and commended the efforts of his colleagues working on meaningful border security policy.McConnell pointed out that the national security challenges faced by the United States extend beyond the southern border. He emphasized the importance of addressing the strategic challenge posed by an increasingly aggressive China. McConnell...

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McConnell Urges Seriousness on Government Funding and National Security Priorities

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 16, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell delivered remarks on the Senate floor today, emphasizing the importance of government funding and national security priorities. McConnell expressed gratitude for the progress made in reaching an agreement on government funding levels and stressed the need to continue this work by passing a short-term extension of government funding.McConnell also raised concerns about the Biden Administration's approach to national defense, particularly in terms of funding for the armed forces. He pointed out that the President's budget...

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McConnell Pays Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Senate Floor

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) paid tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the Senate floor, reminiscing about his own experiences and the impact of the civil rights movement.Speaking about Dr. King, McConnell stated, "Yesterday, our nation honored one of the most consequential lives in American history." He continued, "The America in which Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. labored for change was the same America in which I grew up."McConnell, who was raised by parents who believed deeply in equal rights, acknowledged that he...

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McConnell Announces Over $2.6 Million to Upgrade Water Infrastructure in Campton, KY

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 16, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has announced that the City of Campton in Kentucky will receive $2,640,089 to upgrade its aging water infrastructure. This funding will be used to rehabilitate the city's water treatment plant, improving the system's reliability and enhancing water quality in the community.The funds for this project come from an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) program, which was established by Senator McConnell to direct resources towards distressed communities in Central Appalachia for water and other infrastructure priorities....

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 15?

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 13, 2024

These former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 15.

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Jackson Purchase News area weekly mass times

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 13, 2024

The following parishes in the Jackson Purchase News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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National Security Challenges Are Test Of America’s Credibility, Senate Must Not Fail

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 11, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the urgency of addressing the national security challenges facing the United States during his remarks on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted several pressing issues that demand immediate attention.McConnell began by drawing attention to the land war in Europe, which marks the first time such a conflict has occurred since 1945. He pointed out that a Russian imperialist is using North Korean and Iranian weapons to launch an assault on Ukraine, with additional support from China.Turning to the Middle...

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McConnell On National Security Threats: Weakness and Timidity Are Contagious

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 10, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) expressed concerns about national security threats and the need for decisive action in a recent speech on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the recent escalation of Iranian-backed Houthi attacks in the Red Sea as evidence of the inadequate response from the current administration."The Administration’s efforts to deter Iranian-backed Houthi threats to international shipping and American credibility were grossly insufficient," McConnell stated. He pointed out that the Houthi rebels fired suicide drones, anti-ship...

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McConnell Calls for Less Ideological Dogma and More Free Exchange of Ideas in Ivy League Hiring

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 10, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the need for a shift in leadership criteria within higher education institutions during his recent remarks on the Senate floor. McConnell specifically addressed the hiring process for chief executives at two prestigious Ivy League universities.McConnell highlighted the importance of a personal scholarly record that demonstrates academic rigor, including prolific writing, publication, and excellence in one's field. He questioned the suitability of candidates with limited peer-reviewed...

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Biden Admin. Continues To Weaponize EPA Against American Workers

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 9, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has criticized the Biden Administration's left-wing climate policy, accusing them of putting radical activists in charge of American energy policy. McConnell claims that the administration's policies have led to high gas prices and increased costs of natural gas, home heating, gasoline, fuel oil, and electricity. He specifically points out that the Biden Administration has hindered domestic oil and gas drilling and reduced offshore lease sales.McConnell argues that the Biden Administration's climate agenda favors coastal...

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McConnell Urges Biden Administration to Confront Adversaries and Support Allies

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 9, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has called on the Biden Administration to stop second-guessing allies and start confronting adversaries in order to prioritize national security. McConnell highlighted the interconnected threats that countries like Israel face from Iran's terrorist proxies and urged the Senate to keep this in mind as they work on supplemental national security legislation.McConnell emphasized the ongoing threats that Israel continues to face, despite successfully degrading Hamas' military capacity in northern Gaza. He condemned Hamas for...

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McConnell: Growing National Security Challenges Will Not Solve Themselves

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 8, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate today, emphasizing the importance of government funding and national security. McConnell started by acknowledging the unfinished business from the previous year and the challenges faced in delivering on basic governing responsibilities in a timely manner. He stated, "threats to U.S. national security are growing, and the Biden Administration's habit of proposing real-dollar cuts to defense funding is a streak that must end at three."McConnell highlighted the need for the Biden Administration to...

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 8?

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 6, 2024

These former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 8.

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Jackson Purchase News area weekly mass times

By Jackson Purchase News | Jan 6, 2024

The following parishes in the Jackson Purchase News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.