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Created: 06/09/2014 10:33 PM
By: Tom Joles, KOB Eyewitness News 4
There's Chester Nez the Code Talker and Chester Nez the man.
Judith Avila got to know both.
Avila admits she knew little about World War II, or the Code Talkers, until meeting Nez in 2007.
"This code was code, other Navajos couldn't break this code, it was brilliant. It was double encrypted and people in the military are still studying that code," Avila said.
When their book started selling, she told Nez--who she called Papa-- maybe it was time to spend some of his money to buy a new car.
"He'd just get this little smile on his face and say, I'm just happy all those people who bought my book are going to know what my Navajo people did for my country," Avila said.
That was the proud Navajo Code Talker she got to know.
Avila gets emotional when talking about the man she got to know.
"We lost the very kind of man we need to keep. We need men like Chester Nez in this world. I'd ask him, Papa why did you do when people treated you so poorly because you're Native American? He'd just shrug and say, that's the way it was back then but it's much better now," Avila said.
It's better now, in part, because of men like Chester Nez.
Gov. Susana Martinez has ordered all flags in the state to be flown at half-staff Tuesday in honor of Nez and the original 29 Navajo Code Talkers.
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Orioles reliever Dennis Sarfate might learn Friday that his season, and potentially his career, could be in jeopardy, but suddenly baseball isn't his main concern.
"Really, the last couple days I've been kind of hanging out with my daughter, taking her for walks," said Sarfate, who is on the disabled list with a blood circulatory problem. "Baseball is a great game, I am so thankful to God that I have had the opportunity to play it. But my life and my livelihood, me taking care of my family and all that, is definitely more important. So baseball has been the last thing I have been thinking about."
Sarfate, 28, will undergo an angiogram at 9 a.m. Friday to determine the cause of numbness in the middle finger of his pitching hand that forced him out of a game May 1.
Link: Baltimore Sun
This is really scary news, and real disappointing. I've always like Sarfate, and he's a key member of our bullpen. It would be a shame if Sarfate loses his baseball career, in the same year his friend Adenhart lost his life. Lets hope that the Docs report good news, and Sarfate will be fine.

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TG 16: Me to Katy Perry (2013 Grammys)All of my body hair fell off as my legs lengthen as well as age to become the sexy legs of a 28 year old. My thighs then begin to fatten, becoming quite round as some pain begins to show itself at my hips. Then, suddenly, my hips jut out quite a bit, putting immense pressure on my hip bone. Thankfully, it quickly adjusts itself to its situation as now the changes started to happen to my butt. I felt immense pressure and pleasure as my behind started to expand out, becoming bigger and squishier until it stopped at a pretty gargantuan size that most every girl would envy and most every guy would stare at. Speaking of gender, my manhood started to recede into my body, causing my bulge to shrink and shrink until there was nothing there except for the outside skin for my privates, which then formed a cover. This protected the hollowing penis and morphing testicles, which quickly a fully formed female reproductive. Besides requiring me to add an s to my third person reactions, this pumped es
TG 36: Me to Shakira (12th Latin Grammys)I lost all of my body hair as my calves became quite juicy. My thighs then became quite plump, forcing me to keep my legs spread out to keep my privates safe. Then, with a loud snap, my hips jutted out quite a distance, a distance that any gal would love to have. This gave me a permanent sway in my walk, which was incredibly intoxicating. So much so that I brought my thighs in, crushing my junk, sterilizing me. However, I didn't care; I was developing quite the sexual instinct. However, that pleasure was unmatched by the fantastic feeling occurring at my behind. My butt started to grow, becoming more and more fat and juicy. It also became very sensitive, giving me instance amounts of pleasure. It gave me so much pleasure, in fact, that I couldn't take it anymore. I moaned at the top my lungs as I climaxed. During this, the ability to shake my ass like nobody's business came to me, making me regret discharging while I move my booty up and down and all around.Anyway, a
Prologue: Just Another Day... (Story 5)It seemed to be any other day.Pop superstar Ariana Grande was just walking down the streets of Hollywood with two of her bodyguards walking two feet or so behind her. She quite happy, and for good reason. The sky is clear, the birds are singing through the sky, and she had just finished shooting her video for her new single. With that all behind her, she was finally ready to sit down at her favorite coffee shop and just relax.However, the road that leads to her favorite destination hasn't been known for being the, say, safest for celebrities. In the past six months, there have been six shootings of the rich and famous, from movie stars to rock and roll singers, which thankfully has led to zero casualties. But no one, especially Grande's agent, wanted that to change, which is why two big guys in suits are following her around. Her agent also wanted her to wear a bullet-proof vest, but it was pretty clear Ariana would never do it, no matter what the personal risk.Grande is
Story 4: Schoolgirl TG (R)"Ben, get up, or you'll miss your flight!!!"Uh, now? But I was having one most interesting dream of my life! I had physically changed into Princess Peach. The whole thing was just weird, yet it felt so real….But I don't have time to dwell on that, since any second now my mom will come up here and drag me out of bed whether I want to or not. So I got up, got ready, and headed to mom's car to head to a completely different country. Whatever happened in that fucked up house across the street was still happening in the middle of the day, this time with a woman with blue hair and bat wings starting to strip naked. Those fucking people.Anyway, before I realized it, I was up in an airplane, flying halfway across the world to live in a distant country far away. To say the least, I had a lot of time on my hands, and my 3DS died about 6 hours in the 15 hour flight. So, after talking to the kid next to me for a bit, I decided to rest my eyes for a bit and re
Special: TG Sonnet into RoasalinaAs all of my body hair disappearedMy thighs begin to bloat out immensely My ass followed suit, causing me to sneerWhile my hips jut out, making them sexyBut, there's still one thing that doesn't belongThough that will change quite soon for the betterAs my manhood went, without a "so long"Into my body, while causing pleasureMy libido fades just before I cumAs now nothings lays where my dick once wasInside, my organs begin to succumbTo the femininity, just becauseMy dick hollows out, becoming a holeWhile my testicles become ovariesEstrogen starts to flood by body wholeAnd a slit forms, feeling just like poetryWithout warning, my libido comes backTo fill my vaginas with dicks and stuff"Fingers will do" I said without flackAnd fingered myself 'til I had enoughAfter I recovered, my stomach thinnedEventually becoming quite flatWhile my waist started to be trimmedMaking a slim figure that's far from fatBut then the
The Cartridge: Candy Kong TGCarl was an avid video game fan. He plays them pretty much all of his free time. One day, he was on eBay and found a cartidge for Donkey Kong 64 guarteeing it would change up his gaming experience. He decided he would buy it now as he wanted to play a game from his past again. After a week passed, the game arrived, and Carl went straight to his N64 and put it in and turned it on. It progressed rather normally, until he got to the point where he would meet Candy and get an insturment for his character. Upon entering, no one appeared on the screen and the console starting glowing. Then, a flash came from the television flashed on Carl as he appeared in the shack Candy should have been in. Then, Carl felt pain all over his body and he felt changes coming to him.Carl's entire body began to grow brown fur from his head to just before his feet. His big toes moved to the side of his foot as his fingernails became painted pink. His hair grew out to great size, reaching past his shoulders, and
Mask, Rinse, and Repeat: Chapter 1 Makayla arrived at her house and went right upstairs. She undressed and turned on the shower. After the rough day she had, she wanted a bit of relaxation. She stepped in and poured some of the shampoo into her hand and began to scrub her hair. As she was scrubbing, she noticed that her hair began to feel rubbery. She started to say "What the…" when she turned and saw that a bright green rubber began to spew from the shampoo bottle. "AHHHHHHHH!" she screamed. Makayla tried to close the bottle but it would not work. The "shampoo" began to drip down and cover more of her body. Within seconds, the mask had covered everywhere but her face, as though she were in a bright green bodysuit. The mask then began to fill her pours and squeeze itself into her eyelids, ears and mouth. She attempted to scream aga
Masked Desires Ch. 8 Nia drove all the way back to the house and blew through the front door. "Oh, hi," mirror Xania said. "Back so soon?" Nia ignored her and walked straight over to the mask. She picked it up and pressed the first stone. It glowed purple then faded. "Oh, no you don't," said Xania. Suddenly, the mask flew from Nia's hands. But instead of jumping on to her face it flew away until it reached the height that Xania would stand at. Then, an apparition of Xania formed around the mask. "I won't let you take away everything I've worked for. What about that compromise?" Nia yelled back, "You went too far, and I'm sick of you." "Fine, you want to fight?'" Xania asked. "We can fight."
Green-Day RoxanneRoxanne stumbled back into her apartment, a claustrophobic den for which she could create her magic. The floor was cluttered with discards of paper and various wires, strewn intertwining with each other, leading towards two sizable amplifiers. Roxanne struggled to keep balance, the copious amounts of alcohol were having a negative effect on her body, yet she could not care less. She fumbled around the room, needlessly clearing away her guitar and cables. Before leaving the apartment earlier, Roxanne had been practising, blasting her amps to max as she normally would turning her entire apartment block into some sort of large scale seismic chart, shaking the foundations and knocking furnishings from the wall. She had natural talent with a guitar, however, she felt it was raw and far from perfect, she longed to be the best there could ever be, her band constantly fell out with her because she failed to be consistent during performances, often dropping out because she'd insist she had done
Vampire TF+TGJoshua stepped out of his house, as cold air blew through his short brown hair, and he picked up the trash bag he was taking out to the street, and he slowly stepped down his porch steps. The night didn't feel right, he thought, as though something dark lurked nearby. He walked down the pathway that lead to his driveway, looking around and noticing that the neighborhood was dead, there was no noise, no lights, nobody. The only light was his street light, that illuminated the cloud of fog that was rolling in. He walked down his driveway, looking around as if someone was watching him.When he reached his trashcan he heard a quite woman's voice, almost like a whisper, but there was no one to speak it. He dropped the trash in, and began to walk back to his house, but he heard the whisper again. "Is anyone there, if you are, show yourself," he called out in a weak voice, as to not alert any of his neighbors. Another whisper echoed around him, this time he could almost make out what the voic
Metroid: HoU: The Rito upgrade"The Rito upgrade." Samus selected, her head feeling strange after all that knowledge had been removed from her brain. She didn't miss it though, seeing as she had managed to fill an entire wall with various facts and information before she had ran out of ink, and had scrambled around for a while before trying to use the computer to write things down. Messing with the keyboard had triggered the cancelation of her upgrade, and now she was back to selecting upgrades based on the fact that she didn't know what the word meant. If it was a species, then she didn't know what one, and decided that she might as well find out. She took the chip from the machine and plugged it into her zero suit, moving a bit closer to the mirror as she waited for it to begin.Samus' suit glowed as the material on her arms disappeared, leaving her shoulder to hands bare, her shoes melting away as the material receded up to just below her knees, leaving her feet bare. Before she could react to the feeling of the
Suit of LeavesA perfectly tan coat, realistic green leaf-like tufts of some sort of soft material coming out of it in various spots, including one right on the forehead. The gloves and feet of the suit were brown, as were the eyes of the head of the costume. The tail was impressively accurate and proportionate to the rest of the suit; a large and flat leaf sticking out just at the base of the spine.The head of the costume shared in its amazing attention to detail. A cute little muzzle with a button nose, and oddly expressive big brown eyes. Large, leaf-like ears positioned on each side of the costume's head, with a cute tuft of fur jutting out in between them.Kyle grinned as he looked at the suit splayed out across his bed. This was probably the most amazing Leafeon costume he had, and ever will see. As he stared at it, he wondered just what he would do with it. The boy snorted and shook his head. "Well, it's a costume, right? Just put it on." He nodded to himself, taking the soft suit.Kyle was a
Trunk Full of Rings - Dryad EpilogueTrees, massive trees for as far as the eye can see, each about 75 feet high, towering way above me. I see movement, a bird flying from one branch to another. The next sense to be struck is smell. The smell of damp moss, deep and cleansing. I inhale to my lungs capacity, before slowly breathing out. Walking through the door, I take my first steps on the moss covered ground; cool, damp and springy. I become aware for the first time my lack of shoes, moss poking between my toes as I wiggle them about, enjoying the padded feeling beneath my feet."Ok Book, you brought me to the middle of a forest, why?""Well, it's to do with your main 'power' really, which is you have an alternate form"Images of the Eastern dragon form come to mind, as Book continues talking, "I thought it be best to prevent the slight side-effects rather than watch them unfold before me. Plus you would've microwaved me or something if I hadn't""Wow, what is this alternate form of mine?""Well, now you're in the safety
Essence of Hyde - Addendum 1Samples of Hyde Strangers'Bomber' Hyde - Mindset: Predator - Though she appears as a young teen, this spunky troublemaker was once a military explosive specialist with an uncomfortable fascination with fire. Unburdened by restraints, she gladly use her talents to help insurance scams and property seizure through a massive helping of explosions. She uses the money to fuel her other indulgences and is prone to play with lighters to alleviate her desire to burn and explode stuff.'Driver' Hyde - Mindset: Predator - A Hyde that is an adrenaline junkie, he finds the greatest satisfaction when he feels the thrill of intense speed in vehicles. Participating in illegal street races have been a welcome outlet to fulfill this desire and taste other sweet indulgences. He also finds it particularly thrilling to do transportation jobs too if only for the fun it brings even if that fun might not be what his employee d
Digigirls-The Tale of Druidimon pt. 2The Primal Jungle Calls! Nature's Wild Daughter!Part 2By PanahinuvaMarcus glared. "In that case, RiseGreymon, tear him apart!" RiseGreymon roared towards Merukimon...and then through him, before something invisible smashed into his back slamming him into the ground. Merukimon skidded to a halt, still smirking. "You humans don't stand a chance against me, even with digimon assisting you." He sneered. "I'm the fastest digimon that ever lived. I can smash your digimon without them even touching me.""Wanna bet?" Came a growl from behind him and a blue blur shot at Merukimon from behind. Unfortunately, Merukimon vanished again and the blue blur was knocked off course, into RiseGreymon, revealing itself to be MachGaogamon. Marcus had been joined by Keenan and Thomas."Where's Yoshi?" Thomas asked concernedly. Marcus tilted his head towards the digimo
DRAGON-ITEDRAGONITE ENERGY"You've been putting on pounds, haven't ya?""Oh, shut up." Matthew said to his friend, Jeff, tugging his shirt down defensively. It was true, he HAD been gaining weight lately, and it was starting to show. He swore to himself he would be more careful with what he ate, but it just kept coming. He patted his belly and grumbled.Jeff threw his soda can away and put a hand on his friend's shoulder. "Eh, probably just hormones or something. Anyway, lunch break's almost done, I'll see ya after class, alright?" After a confirmation from Matthew, Jeff left his friend.Matthew checked to make sure the bathroom was empty, then raised his shirt and looked at the mirror. His belly was noticeably distended, and although Jeff didn't mention it, he knew he had grown taller overnight. He put his shirt back down and took a drink from his soda. "Mm..." Matthew smiled as he looked at the can. This new br
Goo Attack (Shinx TF)"Ummm, Alexa?, Iris? Pikachu?" said Ash, wandering through the forest. "Nice job, dummy. Get lost in the woods after Team Rocket attacks" he says to himself. Walking around for a long time He came to find a really strange looking building. "Looks kinda like a factory of some kind" not knowing were he was Ash decided to go and ask for directions.Inside the factory, Ash saw a bunch of Pokemon working on some kind of strange multicolored goo. "Why would anyone make this stuff?" Ash asked out loud, no Pokemon looked at him almost as if he wasn't there. Soon he saw a button that read 'press here for management'. The moment Ash pressed the button, a huge amount of blue and black goo fell on him. "Ahhh! what the hec...." said Ash before completely falling under the goo's effects. Ash's body felt rigid, he tried to move his arm but it wouldn't respond."Oh Arceus" Ash thought, since it was all he could do. Mindlessly, he took off his hat as the strange goo
Wings of Change - Chrysalis TFPetra let out a soft sigh as she sat in her bedroom, looking out of the window as she looked at the sky. There was nothing for her to do right now - sure the weather outside was lovely for once, but with nothing to do, there seemed to be little to no point of heading out."So BORED..." She groaned, tapping impatiently against the nearby wall. "Come on, there has to be something interesting to do... something that'll be a fun change of pace... but what can be done? Ohhhh..." She sighed again, falling back onto her bed, crossing her arms. "Come on! I'd give anything to change this boring life of mine!"'Anything?', a cold, disjointed voice called out from seemingly nowhere. 'Did I hear you right when you said that?'"What the?" Petra jumped up, reaching over to her bedside as she picked up a paperweight. "Who's there? Show yourself right now, and you better not be a thief!"The voice chuckled, ethereal eyes cast upon Petra. 'There's no point in trying to look for me... I
TF 25: Me to Mega Charizard XAll of my body hair fell off, including my head hair, as my legs started to shrink. Though, it looked more like they were being squished down, as they were subsequently getting wider and wider. This also pushed my pants down further and further, until they were laying down on the ground, subsequently dissipating. As this happened, my legs were so far half their original size, though they were double the width, and my calves were practically non-existent. But, all three of these things kept happening at full force, while my feet also started to widen, though not as much as my thick thighs. However, that's not all, as my outer toes on both feet started to come closer and closer together with the toe adjacent to it. Much like a transformation into a certain mermaid, all eight toes were matched up in pairs of twos, touching each other as if they were lovers. However, they soon became much closer, as the skin on those toes started to meld together, as if it was melted wax, permanently


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This week we learned that two health care workers from Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas tested positive for Ebola. My thoughts and prayers are with these two brave nurses who courageously cared for Mr. Duncan while he was combatting this disease. The news of these new cases underscores the urgency of this situation and highlights the extreme lack of leadership and preparedness by the CDC and the Administration. Instead of executing a well-constructed, thoughtful strategy, the CDC has been playing catch up and learning on the fly while treating this situation as an academic exercise instead of acknowledging the severe threat that Ebola poses to our community. Although local city and hospital officials have learned from the first patient and treated both of the cases this week expeditiously and effectively, I believe that if we do not hold the CDC and the Administration accountable for their mistakes, then North Texas will continue to suffer unnecessarily from this crisis.
Congressman Sessions discussing travel restrictions with Lou Dobbs on Fox Business Network. Click here to view all of Congressman Sessions' interviews from this week.
On Thursday, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing to investigate the CDC's reaction to this situation. I commend my colleagues on the Committee for holding a thoughtful hearing and attempting to gather the facts of the case so we can understand the shortcomings of the CDC's response and learn how we can do better moving forward. During the hearing, an overwhelming majority of the Members called for travel restrictions from affected countries in West Africa to the United States. I am pleased that the Committee conveyed the urgency of this situation and the necessity of restricting travel to provide another layer of protection for Americans. This crisis requires an all-hands-on-deck approach, and I will continue to do everything in my power to ensure that we get a handle on this situation and protect the American people.
Dallas Alumnae Panhellenic Association
On Wednesday, I had the opportunity to meet with the Dallas Alumnae Panhellenic Association to discuss my continued work with the fraternal government relations coalition. I have been an active participant in promoting the coalition's goals by maintaining strong ties with the panhellenic community and supporting legislation that supports their mission. I am the proud sponsor of H.R. 1449, the Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act, which would make college more affordable for students, creates thousands of small business jobs nationwide, improves campus safety, and reduces long-term student debt. I always value meeting with members of this group and discussing ways we can work together to promote and execute their goals.
Congressman Sessions meeting with the Dallas Alumnae Panhellenic Association
Texas Association of Business Reception
On Wednesday evening, I was honored to be recognized as this year's recipient of the Maurice Acers Champion of Free Enterprise Lifetime Achievement Award at the Texas Association of Business award reception. I have always been a fierce advocate for the business community and I remain committed to implementing real solutions to get Washington out of the way of the American people so that the free enterprise system can lead to economic growth and job creation.
Congressman Sessions with Brint Ryan and Bill Hammond at the Texas Association of Business Reception
Garland and Rowlett Mobile Office Hours
Next week, a member of my team will be holding Mobile Office Hours in Garland and Rowlett.
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City of Garland
Location: Garland City Hall
200 North Fifth
Garland, TX 75040
Date: Third Monday of the month
Time: 9am – 5pm
City of Rowlett
Location: Rowlett City Hall
4000 Main Street
Rowlett, TX 75088
Date: Third Tuesday of the month
Time: 9am – 5pm
During this District Work Week I enjoyed meeting with local businesses in the 32nd Congressional District, participating in local events, and discussing important issues facing our North Texas community.
Ebola Update
On Wednesday, we learned that the first patient to be diagnosed with Ebola in the United States passed away. My deepest condolences go out to the loved ones of Mr. Duncan and all of the medical professionals who diligently cared for him while he was fighting this awful disease.
As we move forward, I believe that the Administration needs to take effective measures to ensure that the American people are protected from Ebola. I am pleased that the Administration announced enhanced screening measures at five major airports, however I believe that we can and we should protect the American people by using every tool at our disposal to defuse the imminent threat that this disease poses to our great nation. To listen to my thoughts on the Administration's response, click here.
Congressman Sessions on Fox News discussing his thoughts on the Administration's response to the Ebola outbreak in Dallas
On Friday, the House Committee on Homeland Security is holding a field hearing in Dallas to look into the local, state, federal, and international coordination and response efforts that took place following diagnosis. It is my hope that these Congressional hearings will help us gather the facts of the case in order to understand how we can better combat outbreaks such as this one in the future. As we continue to monitor this situation I have confidence that the hospital, local authorities, and the CDC will be open and transparent with the people of North Texas and keep us informed on any new developments.
Meetings around the District
National Night Out
Tuesday evening I was delighted to join constituents in Richardson, Rowlett, and Wylie to participate in National Night Out. National Night Out is a program that started in 1984 as "America's Night Out Against Crime," and now involves more than 37.8 million people and 16,124 communities from all fifty states. This unique night allows neighbors and members of the community to meet with local law enforcement and promotes police-community partnerships, crime prevention, and neighborhood camaraderie. I enjoyed meeting with the Mayors of the cities, Mayor Laura Maczka from Richardson, Mayor Todd Gottel from Rowlett, and Mayor Eric Hogue from Wylie, and local police officers and firemen to discuss ways to keep our communities safe.
Congressman Sessions participating in National Night Out in Richardson, Rowlett, and Wylie
ISN Site Visit
On Wednesday I had the opportunity to visit ISN, a software-as-a-service company that helps connect companies with reliable, quality contractors, saving companies money and increasing efficiency. During my visit, they were hosting a training seminar for representatives from small, midsize, and large upstream oil companies that use ISN's services, so I was able to address the group and listen to their concerns and issues that are affecting the business community. I appreciated our in depth discussion and I remain committed to ensuring businesses such as these are not harmed by unnecessary regulations and have the opportunity to grow and thrive.
Congressman Sessions listening to a presentation from one of the ISN team members
Guardian Packaging Industries
On Thursday I visited Guardian Packaging, a locally woman-owned small business in Garland. Guardian Packaging has been in business for more than 40 years and prides themselves on providing customers with the highest standard of customer service, reliability, and quality materials. I am proud to have such an exceptional business in the 32nd Congressional District.
Congressman Sessions meeting with employees at
Guardian Packaging Industries
North Texas Crime Commission
Thursday morning I had the distinct privilege to serve as the keynote speaker during the North Texas Crime Commission's monthly breakfast meeting. I always appreciate the opportunity to address local, state, and federal law enforcement officials about the importance of neighborhood security and collaborative law enforcement efforts that protect North Texans. After my remarks I was pleased to accept the Crime Fighter of the Year Award for my continued work to enforce our nation's laws and protect the American people in the 113th Congress. It's always an honor meeting with the North Texas Crime Commission and I truly appreciate their immense contributions to ensure the safety of our community.
Congressman Sessions addressing the North Texas Crime Commission
Mobile Office Hours
On Tuesday a member of my team will be at Wylie City Hall holding Mobile Office Hours. Please stop by with any questions or concerns you may have and they will be happy to assist you. Since Monday is a holiday, our usual Mobile Office Hours in Sachse will be moved to Monday, October 27th. I will make sure to make an announcement the week before to remind everyone of the changes.
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Wylie Mobile Office Hours
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions (R-TX-32), Chairman of the House Rules Committee and a Member of House Republican Leadership, today released the following statement regarding the September unemployment report:
"While this month's jobs report indicates some signs of job growth, the American economy is still not growing quickly enough or broadly enough. Since President Obama took the oath of office, nearly 60% of job gains have been in low wage work, not full time, well-paying careers. Sadly, 9.7 million Americans remain underemployed while another nearly 10 million Americans have given up looking for work altogether. Additionally, median household income has fallen nearly $5,000 over the last seven years, which means that too many Americans have been left behind even when new jobs have been created.
"Two weeks ago the House of Representatives, in a concerted effort to get more Americans back to work, passed two bipartisan jobs bills to increase energy production and jump start the economy. Unfortunately, these two bills joined a stack of over 40 other jobs bills that are sitting on Senator Harry Reid's desk yet to be given a vote. House Republicans understand what it takes to unshackle the economy from ineffective big government policies and implement real solutions that would unleash the free enterprise system and create more jobs. I urge the Senate to consider and pass these jobs bills and join our effort to increase employment for all Americans."
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This week the first person in the United States to be diagnosed with Ebola was admitted to Texas Health Presbyterian Dallas in Dallas, TX. Before the news broke publicly, I had the chance to speak with the Director of the Centers for Prevention and Disease Control (CDC), Dr. Frieden, regarding the background of the patient, the strategy to contain the disease, and the methods they plan on using to prevent additional infections. Since we know where the source of transmission occurred, I believe that the federal government should consider using every tool at its disposal to mitigate the risk of spreading this virus to more North Texans and Americans.
On Wednesday, I attended a briefing with Governor Rick Perry, Mayor Mike Rawlings, Judge Clay Jenkins, Superintendent Mike Miles, and other state and local officials to receive more information from Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Dallas County Health Systems, and the CDC. As your Congressman, I remain committed to protecting the people of North Texas by closely monitoring this situation and providing information on how to keep you and your families safe.
Here are a few resources from the Centers for Prevention and Disease Control website:
• Infographics mapping the epidemic, illustrating Ebola symptoms, and providing overall information on preventing and stopping Ebola.
• Fact sheets provide guidance for health care professionals and an overview of the Ebola virus.
• Videos with information about the epidemic in West Africa, how contact tracing works, and stories from CDC staff who have returned from West Africa.
On Tuesday I proudly participated in the 5th Annual EmployAbility Jobs Expo in Dallas, TX. This annual event serves as a critical resource for North Texans with disabilities and provides both job seekers and employers the opportunity to network and build professional relationships with one another. More than 50 companies from the Dallas Fort Worth area came to the event and distributed information about their openings and opportunities for individuals with disabilities. I was delighted to meet with the companies and personally thank them for providing these individuals with opportunities to grow their skill sets and reach their full potential.
Congressman Sessions meeting with representatives from some of the companies at the EmployAbility Job Expo
National Down Syndrome Awareness Month
The month of October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. During this time, we have the opportunity to educate the community, spread awareness, and celebrate individuals with Down syndrome and showcase their many abilities and vast accomplishments. As the proud father of a 20 year old Down syndrome young man, I understand how important it is to advocate for the Down syndrome community and increase opportunities for them to grow and thrive. I sincerely hope that during this month everyone will take the time to learn more about Down syndrome and celebrate these amazing individuals. To learn more about the events throughout Down Syndrome Awareness Month, click here.
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions (R-TX), Chairman of the House Rules Committee, today released the following statement regarding the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's announcement of the first case of Ebola in Dallas, TX:
"This afternoon the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the first case of Ebola diagnosed in the United States in a patient who was admitted Sunday into Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas in Dallas, Texas. Before the news was official I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Tom Frieden, Director of the CDC, and had a very informative discussion regarding the logistics of the case and the next steps the CDC is taking for containment and prevention. Since we have knowledge of the source of transmission, I have asked Dr. Frieden to thoughtfully reassess the risk of travel from Liberia in order to mitigate the threat of a future outbreak. I am confident that the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, the Dallas County Health and Human Services, the Texas Department of State Health Services, and the CDC will be thorough in their investigation of this case, provide the most effective care for the patient, and work diligently to prevent the spread of this disease to protect the people of North Texas and the United States."
To learn more information about this disease and preventative measures please visit the Center for Disease Control's website, www.cdc.gov
Contact information for local and national health officials
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Texas Department of State Health Services
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employAbility Information
Next Tuesday, the Dallas Mayor's Committee for the Employment of People with Disabilities and I will be hosting the Fifth Annual employAbility Expo. This annual event serves as a critical resource for North Texas residents with disabilities that provides both job seekers and employers an invaluable opportunity to network with hiring representatives from more than 50 nationally recognized companies. Events such as these allow men and women with disabilities to reach their full potential and achieve their dreams. I am extremely proud to participate in this event and I have no doubt that this will be a successful event. For more information about the employability Expo, click here.
employAbility Expo
September 30, 2014
The Sheraton Downtown Dallas Hotel
400 N. Olive Street
Dallas, Texas 75201 - 4005
National Passport Awareness Month
The Bureau of Consular Affairs has deemed September "Passport Awareness Month" in order to provide helpful information and services to Americans traveling abroad. Since 2007, passport offices in the United States have been inundated with new passport applications due to the Department of State's initiative to require passports for travel between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. My office is always happy to provide you with information regarding obtaining a passport or assist you with any last-minute passport problems. To learn more about how I can assist you with your passport needs, please visit my website.
Congressman Sessions managing the rule on the House Floor for the American Energy Solutions for Lower Costs and More American Jobs Act and the Jobs for America Act
Congressman Sessions with representatives from the International Franchise
Asian American Hotel Owners Association
On Thursday I sat down with constituents representing the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA). Over the past 25 years the AAHOA has represented thousands of entrepreneurs and small- business owners from the hospitality industry, including many first and second generation Americans. Recently, many of these businessmen and women have seen their businesses suffer because of the onerous regulations of ObamaCare and I was glad to be able to hear their concerns and answer their questions. I understand the strain that this disastrous law has put on businesses and I remain committed to dismantling, defunding, and repealing ObamaCare so that small businesses can grow and succeed.
Congressman Sessions with Texas representatives from the Asian American Hotel Owners Association
Hispanic Heritage Month
This month I join Americans across the nation in celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, which is honored from September 15 to October 15. During this time, we have the opportunity to celebrate the rich heritage of Hispanic Americans and reflect upon the many contributions they have made to our great nation. Around the country and especially in North Texas, I join all Americans in celebrating the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our communities. To learn more about the celebrations happening in North Texas throughout the month, click here.
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions (R-TX), Chairman of the House Rules Committee, today released the following statement regarding House adoption of an amendment offered by Chairman Buck McKeon (R-CA) to the Continuing Appropriations Resolution addressing "train & equip" authority for our military commanders in the ongoing fight to defeat ISIL:
"This amendment is an important short-term step to protect the United States and our allies from the threat posed by the terrorist group known as ISIL. It strengthens congressional oversight of the Administration's policies in the region by ensuring that Congress has the information it needs regarding the effort to train and equip properly vetted elements of the Syrian opposition in the fight against ISIL. I would like to thank Chairman McKeon for his leadership in helping protect the American people and our interests abroad. I look forward to continued debate about our larger policies in Iraq and Syria as Congress works with the Administration to craft a viable and sustainable strategy that will stabilize the region."
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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions (R-TX-32), Chairman of the House Rules Committee and a Member of House Republican Leadership, today released the following statement regarding the commencement of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which is honored from September 15 – October 15:
"Today marks the first day of National Hispanic Heritage Month, a month-long celebration of a rich heritage that has had an immense impact on our local community and nation as a whole. This month gives us the opportunity to pause and reflect upon the many contributions Hispanic Americans have made to our great nation, ranging from the arts, service in the military, and to their strong presence in the business community.
"Around the country and especially in North Texas, Hispanic Americans have influenced our community through their strong commitment to family, hard work, and service. Their unwavering spirit exemplifies the values that encompass the American Dream and the principles upon which our great nation was founded. This month I join all Americans in celebrating the generations of Hispanic Americans whose vast experiences and accomplishments have positively influenced and enriched our communities."
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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions (R-TX-32), Chairman of the House Rules Committee and a Member of House Republican Leadership, today released the following statement regarding the August unemployment report:
"Today's weak jobs report shows that the Administration's anti-growth agenda continues to prevent Americans from finding job opportunities that they need and deserve. According to a recent report from the Congressional Budget Office, the labor force participation rate is the lowest it has been since the late 1970's. In addition, the U.S. employment rate of 59 percent is still lower than the prerecession level of 62.9 percent, resulting in a gap of 10 million Americans who are still jobless. But even for the Americans who are able to find employment, 58 percent of the recovery growth is attributed to lower-wage occupations resulting in a deficit of good paying, full-time jobs.
"House Republicans understand that Americans deserve better than mediocre opportunities. Yet Harry Reid continues to refuse to allow the Senate to vote on House-passed legislation, which would create thousands of jobs and reinvigorate the American workforce. As President Obama and Harry Reid dig in their heels in defiance against our common sense economic solutions, I will continue to work hard and support legislation that gives Americans the opportunities that they deserve."
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I had another excellent week in the 32nd Congressional District meeting with fellow North Texans, visiting new medical facilities, and participating in discussions with Texas business leaders.
Meeting with National Utility Contractors Association
On Tuesday I met with representatives from the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) to talk about the importance of improving conditions in underground infrastructures across the United States. We also discussed the negative effects of burdensome regulations to which member companies are subject and how these regulations are hindering their growth. I always value listening to the concerns of local members of the business community and discussing my efforts to ensure their businesses can grow and thrive.
Congressman Sessions with representatives from the National Utility Contractors Association
New Parkland Hospital Site Tour
On Monday morning I had the opportunity to tour the new, state of the art Parkland Hospital in Dallas. The new 2.5 million-square-feet campus is nearly twice the size of the current hospital and has been meticulously designed to meet the ever-changing needs of Dallas, since it is one of the largest, fastest-growing regions in the country. I am delighted to have a medical facility in Dallas that gives North Texans access to local medical care.
Congressman Sessions at the new Parkland Hospital with the new President of Parkland, Dr. Frederick Cerise and Louis Saksen, the Senior VP of New Parkland Construction
Discussions with TX-32 Business Leaders
Dallas Regional Chamber Congressional Forum
On Tuesday morning I was pleased to participate in the Dallas Regional Chamber Congressional Forum with my friends Chairman Jeb Hensarling and Congressman Ralph Hall. We addressed a variety of issues ranging from our current border security crisis, the disastrous effects of ObamaCare, and the Obama Administration's policies that have harmed our country at home and abroad. I always enjoy sitting down with my colleagues and discussing important issues facing our North Texas community as well as our country as a whole.
Congressman Sessions participating in the Dallas Regional Chamber Congressional Forum with Chairman Jeb Hensarling and Congressman Ralph Hall
First North American Sustainable Economic Development Summit
On Tuesday afternoon I attended the First North American Sustainable Economic Development Summit to address multiple issues that are currently impacting our economy, including the importance of North American energy independence, infrastructure development, and border security. I addressed the critical nature of our relations abroad and protecting our trade relationships.
Congressman Sessions speaking at the First North American Sustainable Economic Development Summit
9th Annual National Tooling and Machining Association North Texas Chapter Dinner
On Thursday evening I spoke at the 9th Annual Dinner for the North Texas Chapter of the National Tooling and Machining Association. I was proud to present scholarships from the National Tooling and Machining Association to two very deserving students who have shown immense interest in the machining industry. After the scholarship presentation, I discussed the current state of our economy and my efforts to help facilitate a robust job market to ensure Americans have the opportunities they need and deserve.
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Congressman Sessions with Randolph Goodman, Todd Ellard, and Wayne Applegate at the National Tooling and Machining Association North Texas Chapter Dinner
This week I had the opportunity to engage in a number of discussions with business leaders and meet with constituents around the 32nd Congressional District. I always value receiving feedback from members of the community and discussing issues that affect the lives and businesses of North Texans.
Roundtable Discussions With Business Leaders in the District
On Monday I joined Congressman Kenny Marchant and Congressman Marc Veasey at the Irving Chamber Congressional Roundtable to discuss important issues facing the North Texas business community. We had a robust conversation on our efforts to secure the border, the effects of ObamaCare, Social Security reform, and a variety of other issues. I always enjoy talking through important issues with fellow Members of Congress from Texas and I believe that our discussion helped North Texans learn more about our views and work on these critical policy issues.
Congressman Sessions participating in the Irving Chamber Congressional Round Table
On Wednesday I met with the regional executive team of New York Life to discuss current concerns facing the insurance industry and steps being taken by Congress to provide relief from burdensome regulations imposed by the Obama administration. After meeting with the executives, I sat down with the entire DFW New York Life team for an employee town hall to discuss a wide variety of issues that affect each of them. I was delighted to answer all of their questions and engage in a thoughtful discussion about issues concerning their company and the business community at large.
Congressman Sessions talking with employees at
New York Life
CITI Meeting and Site Visit
On Monday afternoon I met with the CITI Executive Team and visited their facility in Irving. I enjoyed learning about their increased presence in the DFW area and their role in employing more than 5,000 North Texans. I also had the opportunity to tour the Security Operations Center, Command Center Operations, and the "HIVE" – the Hub for Innovation, Visualization & Engineering. I was very impressed by their state of the art campus and I am proud to have such a wonderful and innovative company in North Texas.
Congressman Sessions and Congressman Marchant with the
CITI Executive Team
Park Cities YMCA Disability Program
On Tuesday Wells Fargo donated $10,000 to the Park Cities YMCA Disability Program and I was honored to speak at the presentation of the donation. Wells Fargo's generous contribution will help support the adaptive aquatics program as well as Ability Connections Texas, a non-profit that helps provide a range of services for people with physical and intellectual disabilities as they strive to achieve their highest level of independence. Thanks to this donation, the Park Cities YMCA will be able to provide swimming lessons for children and adults with special needs. I deeply appreciate the generosity of Wells Fargo and their leadership in giving back to the community.
Congressman Sessions with John Palms, Chairman of the Board of the Park Cities Family YMCA, Roger Moon, Executive Director of the Park Cities Family YMCA, and John Reniger, Senior Vice President for Wells FargoRead More
This week I spent time in North Texas visiting local businesses and meeting with young leaders in the 32nd Congressional District. Additionally, on Wednesday I hosted a Town Hall meeting at which I had the chance to listen to constituents as they discuss the important issues facing our nation today.
DART Orange Line Grand Opening Ceremony
This afternoon I participated in the grand opening ceremony of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART) new Orange Line. The new extension of the Orange Line will go to the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and is part of an expansion that will increase the DART's rail network to cover 90 miles. I am very pleased that DART has continued to expand and increase public transportation options in the Dallas area in order to provide affordable and energy-efficient transportation to North Texans.
Congressman Sessions participating in the grand opening ceremony of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit's new Orange Line.
General Dynamics Meeting
On Wednesday I visited the General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems facility in Garland. While I was there I met with the General Manager and learned about the products that General Dynamics provide the U.S. military for all levels of strategic and tactical operations. They shared with me their concerns regarding regulations that strain their business and hinder them from being able to plan their finances for the future. Businesses need laws that give them the certainty they need to grow their businesses, which is why I proudly support legislation that will permanently extend bonus depreciation to ensure that American companies can more easily plan for the future. I will continue to support these common sense solutions to ensure that businesses like General Dynamics will continue to thrive, create jobs, and serve as an integral part of the North Texas economy.
Texas Leadership Forum's Star Reception
On Monday I was delighted to recognize ten young men and women who achieved "Star Alumni" status for their exceptional work with the Texas Leadership Forum (TLF). These students served as mentors for the students who participated in this year's TLF program and immensely contributed to the development of their leadership skills. I commend these individuals on their accomplishments and acknowledge their efforts to positively influence the young leaders of our community.
Congressman Sessions with alumni of the Texas Leadership Forum, Today Foundation President Gary Griffith, and Today Foundation Program Director Debbie Horres
Town Hall Meeting
On Wednesday, I held a Town Hall meeting where I had the opportunity to discuss my efforts to get Americans back to work, hold the Obama Administration accountable, and secure our borders. During the meeting I answered questions from constituents about border security, tax reform, the negative effects of ObamaCare, the unconstitutional acts of this Administration, and a myriad of other topics. I sincerely value the opinions of each of my constituents and always enjoy listening to the concerns of North Texans regarding issues that are impacting their families and businesses.
Congressman Sessions at the Town Hall Meeting in Dallas
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A conservative community leader, United States Congressman Pete Sessions has combined hard work, innovative thinking, and common-sense principles to successfully represent the 32nd Congressional District of Texas.
Congressman Sessions was born on March 22, 1955 and grew up in Waco, Texas. He graduated from Churchill High School in San Antonio and went on to graduate from Southwestern University in 1978, where he now serves on the Board of Trustees. He worked for then-Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for 16 years, retiring as District Manager for Marketing in Dallas. As a businessman, he served as Chairman of the Northeast Dallas Chamber of Commerce.
Thanks to this private sector experience, Congressman Sessions understands the need to fight bureaucracy and to utilize market-driven solutions to effectively solve problems in our communities and in government.
In 1996, the people of Dallas and the 5th Congressional District sent Congressman Sessions to Washington, DC to represent them in the United States House of Representatives. In 2002, Congressman Sessions began representing the 32nd Congressional District, created from redistricting. In 2012, the people of the 32nd Congressional District called him back to Congress for his ninth term.
Congressman Sessions is a stalwart defender of U.S. homeland and national security interests, as well as the men and women who defend them. As the parent of a child with Down syndrome, he is a passionate advocate for people with disabilities. Congressman Sessions also believes that taxpayers deserve results from their government, and he has pursued common-sense, market-based reforms to help government operate more efficiently.
Congressman Sessions pursues his goals on these and other issues through his work on various Congressional committees and caucuses. He serves as the Chairman of the powerful House Committee on Rules, which is best known for its role as the legislative gatekeeper. In 2008 and 2010, he was elected by the House Republican Conference as Chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee.
Congressman Sessions is an Eagle Scout and a former Scout Master for 13 Eagle Scouts. He is a recipient of the National Distinguished Eagle Scout Award and is a member of both the National Eagle Scout Association's national committee and the Executive Board of the Circle Ten Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
Congressman Sessions is married to Karen Sessions. He is the proud father of two sons, Bill and Alex, and three stepsons, Conor, Liam and Nicholas. Congressman Sessions resides in Dallas, Texas and continues to be active in his community where he is an Adopt-A-Shoreline Team Leader in the effort to maintain White Rock Lake in Dallas and an Advisor to the President of Special Olympics Texas.
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ST. PAUL, MN — More than 40 schools statewide are participating in International Walk to School Day Wednesday, Oct. 8, to encourage students, parents, teachers, community members and organizations to get out on sidewalks and trails. The event is anticipated to draw participation from more than 4,000 schools from all 50 states, plus Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, as well as 40 countries around the world.
This event is an opportunity for families with children who typically ride a school bus, and who live in areas with bike friendly paths to school, to walk and bike to school. Many schools participate by arranging for school buses to drop off students at a nearby park or other safe locations to finish the trip on foot. The drop-off option also can be used for students who are usually driven to school in private vehicles.
"Participating with school children emphasizes the importance of increasing physical activity, teaching pedestrian safety, reducing traffic congestion and building connections between families, schools and communities," -Nicole Campbell, Minnesota Department of Transportation's Safe Routes to School coordinator.
Last year's International Walk to School Day at Lyndale Community School in Minneapolis
ST. PAUL, MN – With the first month behind them, thousands of students across the state are settling into their classrooms for the 2014-15 school year. Governor Dayton visited Duluth today, meeting with kindergarten students and teachers at Congdon Park Elementary.
Since 2011, the Governor and the Minnesota Legislature have invested $895 million in schools. This year, more than 55,000 of Minnesota's youngest learners will benefit from free all-day kindergarten, while others will benefit from high-impact initiatives designed to increase literacy and close the achievement gap.
"As Minnesota's students and teachers return to the classroom, I wish them all a successful school year," said Governor Dayton. "During the past four years, the Legislature and I have worked to make high-impact investments that will improve academic achievement and prepare our students for future success."
Governor Dayton visits with all-day kindergarten students at Congdon Park Elementary School in Duluth
Students who master the fundamentals of reading at an early age are better prepared for future academic success. As our kids are exposed to more advanced concepts their ability to learn becomes increasingly linked to their literacy. In math classes, students may be asked to do word problems, while in a science or history class they may be assigned a reading out of a textbook – all of which require strong language skills.
To help our students develop the strong reading skills they need, we launched the bipartisan "Read Well by Third Grade" in 2011. Since then, we have invested $150 million in high-impact literacy programs that helping ensure all Minnesota students are developing the reading skills they need for academic success and bright futures.
Governor Dayton serves lunch to students alongside Coon Rapids staff.
Ensuring that Minnesota students are ready to learn when they enter the classroom is critical to improving academic progress and preparing kids for bright futures. To help guarantee that our students have access to healthy meals, we invested $4 million in school breakfast and lunch programs this year. In addition to ensuring no Minnesota student is denied access to a healthy meal at lunchtime, the funding also will provide all 64,000 Minnesota Kindergarten students breakfast.
"No child in Minnesota should be denied a healthy lunch," said Governor Dayton. "We cannot expect our students to succeed on an empty stomach."
Access to higher education is crucial to ensure that Minnesota has a competitive workforce that is prepared to fill the jobs of the future. That is why the budget enacted by Governor Dayton and the legislature makes a significant investment in college affordability and improving our state colleges and universities. By investing $250 million in higher education, with $46 million going to direct financial aid for students, the budget brings the dream of a higher education within reach for even more Minnesotans.
Governor Dayton Mingles with Minnesota Youth
Governor Mark Dayton speaks with students from Minnesota State University, Mankato.
After nearly a decade of cuts to higher education funding, tuition skyrocketed at the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU). From 2001 to 2014, tuition at the U of M more than doubled from $5,002 to $13,626 for state residents. Left unchecked, ever increasing tuition costs and increasing debt are a tax on the future of Minnesota students and a drag on our state's economy.
Access to a high-quality education should be available to all Minnesotans and not just students who can afford to take on costly loans. In 2013, we froze tuition at the University of Minnesota and the MnSCU systems schools to halt the trend of double-digit cost hikes. This helped make college more affordable for 282,000 students.
Minnesotans agree that everyone who works hard in school deserves access to higher education. This tuition freeze begins to restore balance in Minnesota's educational system. It also will help ensure our students for the future economy.
As Minnesota students return to the classroom, our littlest learners are set to benefit from some big new investments. In 2013, we made a historic investment in all-day Kindergarten, ensuring every Minnesota student has access, free of charge. After a year to get ready, all Minnesota schools are now offering all-day Kindergarten to our families this fall.
This investment is sure to make a big difference for our students. All-Day Kindergarten has a proven track record of success, preparing young learners for success in school.
"I'm in college because I'm doing it for me. I'm doing it for my future, my kids, years from now. I'm also doing it because my family back home wants me to succeed. So it's about me, it's about my future, and it's about my family back home."
This is just one of the many voices represented in "Shaping your Future: Why Minnesota Families Choose College." The Minnesota Department of Education partnered with Twin Cities Public Television (tpt) to produce this series of videos about the importance of planning for career and college. College students from all over Minnesota were interviewed about their experiences growing up, the challenges they faced, how they wanted their lives to be different from their parents' lives, and how they felt they wanted more for themselves. Their stories are featured in individual 2-3 minute videos, and there are also stories on the importance of parental support when planning for college and career. Stop by MDE's booth at the fair to check out the videos, or watch them on our YouTube page at http://bit.ly/mndeptedtv.
Governor Dayton meeting with the Cannon Falls High School Band
With the first day of school just weeks away for many districts, Governor Mark Dayton met yesterday with nearly 300 school superintendents from across Minnesota to discuss the status of education in our state. Governor Dayton reviewed the progress Minnesota has made over the last four years to reinvest in our schools, support our students and teachers, and ensure that all children have access to a world-class education.
"When I campaigned four years ago, I talked about a better Minnesota in general," said Governor Dayton. "In particular, with education I said that I would set aside money and increase spending in real dollars for education every year, with no excuses and no exceptions. I'm proud and pleased to say that I've kept that promise."
After a decade of stagnant funding and budget cuts, Governor Dayton has reinvested in our schools. Since taking office in 2011, Governor Dayton has invested $895 million in E-12 education, paid back all the $2.8 billion previously borrowed from our schools, and frozen tuition or increased financial aid for more than 482,000 Minnesota college students and graduates. These major investments will give Minnesota students the high-quality education they need to succeed in school and life and compete in today's global economy.
Governor Dayton signs the Women's Economic Security Act, one of several laws now taking effect.
Governor Dayton is committed to improving state government – from investing in education and improving the state's infrastructure to taking steps to ensure high-quality health care. Through the work done in the 2014 legislative session, many great strides were made in keeping this promise. Here are ten of the laws and reforms signed by the Governor that are going into effect today:
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