Congressman Ike Skelton, Representing the 4th District of Missouri
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October 31, 2010
History Matters! to All Americans

October 24, 2010
Military Bases, Defense Contracts Create 4th District Jobs

October 17, 2010
Missouri’s Rural Economy Relies on Strong Agricultural Sector

October 10, 2010
Hunting and Fishing Are a Way of Life for Missourians

October 3, 2010
Efficiency Benefits the Taxpayer and our National Security

September 19, 2010
If You Love Freedom, Thank a Veteran

September 12, 2010
Honoring Those Who Serve on September 11th

September 5, 2010
Missouri Bases, Businesses, and Communities Vital to National Defense

August 29, 2010
Preserving Social Security for Another 75 Years

August 22, 2010
Looking after the Interests of Rural Missouri

August 15, 2010
Proudly Looking Out for Missouri Veterans

August 8, 2010
Missouri’s Rural Economy Grows When Small Business Is Strengthened

August 1, 2010
USS Missouri: A Silent Protector in the Age of the Conventional Missile

July 25, 2010
Congress Must Approve Troop Funding Without Delay

July 18, 2010
Honoring a Momentous Anniversary

July 11, 2010
Missouri River to Remain High for Months

June 27, 2010
Correcting Problems at Arlington Honors our Fallen Troops and the Spirit of July Fourth

June 20, 2010
A Good Bill for Good Government

June 13, 2010
Congress Continues Fighting for Rural Jobs, Veterans, and Seniors

June 6, 2010
Need for Safe, Domestic Oil Production Remains

May 30, 2010
Skelton Supports Troops, Their Families, and America’s Safety but Opposes “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” Repeal

May 23, 2010
Memorial Day Honors Those Who Paid For Our Freedom

May 16, 2010
Missouri's Bipartisan Congressional Delegation Urges Census Participation

May 9, 2010
Secure Borders a Must for America

May 2, 2010
Procurement Conference to Strengthen Missouri Small Businesses, Military

April 25, 2010
Supporting Veterans a Duty and Honor

April 18, 2010
Supplying our Warfighters the Right Way

April 11, 2010
College Bound Students Should Consider U.S. Service Academies

April 4, 2010
Misguided Animal Rights Bills Could Hurt Missouri Farmers

March 28, 2010
National Priorities: Creating Small Business Jobs and Looking After Veterans

March 21, 2010
Health Reforms Are Needed, But Congressional Proposal Falls Short

March 14, 2010
Now is Not the Time to Leave Afghanistan

February 28, 2010
Halting Abusive Credit Card Industry Practices

February 21, 2010
Pay-As-You-Go Budgeting Becomes Law

February 14, 2010
Federal Education Aid: Helping You Contribute in the 21st Century Economy

February 7, 2010
A More Responsible Approach to Energy Legislation

January 31, 2010
President Delivers State of the Union

January 24, 2010
Washington Must Focus on the Needs of Everyday Americans

January 17, 2010
Federal Home Energy Assistance Program Helps Missouri Families

January 10, 2010
Thwarted Attack Must Serve as Warning

January 3, 2010
Missouri National Guard Aids Communities, Defends Nation

December 27, 2009
New Year's Resolutions

December 20, 2009
First Session of the 111th Congress Comes to a Close

December 13, 2009
House Votes to Eliminate Federal Estate Tax for 99.75 Percent of Americans

December 6, 2009
Paying Tribute to Our Military

November 29, 2009
Working to Rebuild the American Economy

November 22, 2009
Giving Thanks for Our Freedoms

November 15, 2009
PATRIOT Act Important to War on Terrorism

November 8, 2009
Honoring the Service of America's Veterans

November 1, 2009
Bills Would Boost Small Business Lending

October 25, 2009
Defense Bill: Good for America's Military, Missouri Jobs

October 18, 2009
House Health Insurance Reform Proposals Not the Answer

October 11, 2009
Looking Out for America's Farmers Must Remain a Key Priority for Congress

October 4, 2009
One Year After Emergency Economic Rescue, Signs of Progress and Repayment to American Taxpayers

September 27, 2009
History Matters! to All Americans

September 20, 2009
First-Time Homebuyers Should Take Advantage of Tax Credit

September 13, 2009
September is National Preparedness Month

September 6, 2009
Staying Close to the People

August 30, 2009
Significant Accomplishments for Service Members

August 23, 2009
We Should Consider How Climate Change Could Impact Our National Security

August 16, 2009
Missouri's Fourth District Benefits From Recovery Funding

August 9, 2009
Missouri National Guard Helps Farmers in Afghanistan

August 2, 2009
Defense Bill Supports the Troops and Their Families

July 26, 2009
White House Conference on Food and Nutrition Would Fight Hunger in America

July 19, 2009
Pay-As-You-Go Legislation Would Improve Our Ability to Meet National Challenges

July 12, 2009
Significant Accomplishments for Veterans

July 5, 2009
House Energy Bill Would Better Protect Rural Missourians From Looming EPA Regulations

June 28, 2009
Celebrating Our Freedom

June 21, 2009
Helping Communities Provide Safe Drinking Water

June 14, 2009
Constitutional Amendment Would Protect the American Flag

June 7, 2009
Missouri Families Ought to Consider Show-Me State Vacations This Summer

May 31, 2009
Digital Television Transition Set for June 12, 2009

May 24, 2009
Memorial Day Honors Those Who Paid For Our Freedom

May 17, 2009
House Approves Defense Procurement Reform Bill

May 10, 2009
House Approves Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights

May 3, 2009
Veterans May Begin Applying for the Post-9/11 GI Bill

April 26, 2009
Procurement Conference Explains Federal Contracting Process

April 19, 2009
Free Government Handbook Helps Consumers Take Action

April 12, 2009
House Approves Fiscal Year 2010 Budget

April 5, 2009
Congress Approves Serve America Act

March 29, 2009
Security Challenges Arising from the Global Financial Crisis

March 22, 2009
Resolution Urges President to Designate 2009 as the "Year of the Military Family"

March 15, 2009
College Bound Students Should Consider U.S. Service Academies

March 8, 2009
Looking Out for Rural Interests Must Remain Priority for Congress

March 1, 2009
National Consumer Protection Week Focuses on Tools for Today's Economy

February 22, 2009
Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act Becomes Law

February 15, 2009
Take Advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit

February 8, 2009
USDA Releases Results from Census of Agriculture

February 1, 2009
Paycheck Fairness Act Becomes Law

January 25, 2009
Congress Working to Continue Emergency Unemployment Benefits Program

January 18, 2009
House Reauthorizes and Expands Children's Health Care Program

January 11, 2009
U.S. House of Representatives Begins 111th Congress

January 4, 2009
Energy Star Campaign Encourages Americans to Conserve Energy




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