American - Politician | December 27, 1960 -
That sacred space of conscience where you can exercise your rights in terms of religious freedom and deeply-held, reasonable beliefs is the core of human dignity. In fact, that's the basis for civilization itself. And when you lose that fundamental principle... you have no basis on which to build.
Jeff Fortenberry
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Human trafficking is a modern form of slavery. It is a scourge for humanity, and America must project its values and protect vulnerable persons.
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My first responsibility is to keep America safe.
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Some states like Nebraska have thus far responsibly managed their budgets, even in tough times, and I could not ask Nebraskans to pay for poor governance elsewhere.
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You cannot classify a whole group of people based upon their religion and determine their intent. That's not fair. It's not American.
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Communities are suffering, children are suffering, and our immigration policy appears in disarray.
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My degree in theology was an important part of my formation.
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If one group of people can exterminate another in the name of so-called religion, the world has no hope.
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For Nebraska and for America, I will continue my commitment to our national security, economic security, and family security.
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I reserve the right to survey the national political landscape for candidates at all levels who reflect a proper understanding of our national security, economic security, and family security - the ideals of social conservation, the heart and strength of our country.
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I don't fund county roads.
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The strength of the nation ultimately depends upon the strength of family and community.
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