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Direct from David: Moment of Opportunity
As 2016 comes to a close, it is clear that this election cycle and its outcome sent a loud message to the Washington establishment. In 2017, I'm going to continue working to ensure that message translates into real results. It's time for bold changes that will get our economy growing again, and get Americans working again. President-elect Donald J. Trump's first 100 days in office are an enormous moment of opportunity to start changing Washington. Here's how: Repeal Obamacare and put pati… Continue Reading
10.11.16
Direct from David: October Mobile Office Hours
We're excited to share mobile office hours for October. Please find the specific dates, times, and locations in your area below. This is a great opportunity for all Georgians to speak with staff that might not be able to visit our Atlanta office location. If you have any questions, call my office at (404) 865-0087. We look forward to hearing from you! Middle Georgia Wednesday, October 12 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Dooly County Chamber of Commerce 117 East Union Street Vienna, GA 31902 Wes… Continue Reading
10.06.16
Direct from David: Preparing for Hurricane Matthew
As Georgians brace for the impact of Hurricane Matthew, I wanted to quickly share some helpful information. Governor Deal ordered a mandatory evacuation of six coastal Georgia counties: Bryan, Chatham, Liberty, McIntosh, Glynn and Camden. If directed by local authorities to evacuate, please follow instructions and safety precautions. Listen to local radio and TV or download the Ready Georgia app. You can find information about preparedness efforts from the Georgia Emergency Management … Continue Reading
10.05.16
Direct from David: Budget Priorities
If one thing is clear, it's that Washington's budget process is broken. It has only worked four times in the past 42 years. We need a clean page approach and politically neutral platform that works. First, the budget should have the force of law. Second, everything the federal government spends should be included in the budget. Third, there should be real consequences for Congress if it does not fund the government on time. Our families face consequences if we don't budget properly. Congre… Continue Reading
09.11.16
Direct from David: Commemorating 9/11
Today, we honor the over 3,000 victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 and their families. We will never forget the selfless acts of our brave first responders who, that day, exemplified the very best of America and risked their lives to respond. It makes me proud to be an American. I wanted to share with you this sobering memorial honoring the heroes of Flight 93 who overtook the hijackers and likely prevented an attack on the U.S. Capitol. We will never forget this tragic… Continue Reading
09.10.16
Direct from David: Working for Georgia
Over the past few weeks, I toured local businesses and spoke to community leaders across the Peach State about the issues most important to Georgia. Washington is not talking about the real issues that people back home are so frustrated with: the debt, the economy, jobs. People are hurting and struggling to get from payday to payday. You sent me to Washington to change the direction of our country, and I am fully committed to fighting for Georgia's priorities. If you have a moment, watch t… Continue Reading
08.05.16
Direct from David: Cheering on Our Georgians
With the Olympics kicking off tonight, I wanted to share the names of the talented Georgians participating in the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. Keep your eyes out for these athletes: Jenny Arthur of Gainesville, Weightlifting (69 kg.) Gunnar Bentz of Atlanta, Swimming (4x200m Free) Kristi Castlin of Atlanta, Track and Field (100m Hurdles) Christian Coleman of Atlanta, Track and Field (4x100m) Glenn Eller of Columbus, Shooting (Double Trap) Yijun Feng of Alpharetta, Table Tennis (Singles, Team… Continue Reading
07.10.16
Direct from David: This Week's Tragedies
Reflecting upon the tragedies in Baton Rouge, St. Paul, and Dallas, it is clear that we have lived through a week of horrific and senseless violence. We mourn for the victims, pray for their families, and stand with the brave women and men working to protect our communities. In the face of tragedy, Americans have always stood united. It's now time that we come together as a country. For too long we have let ourselves be driven by our differences. Now, we have the opportunity to focus on wha… Continue Reading
07.06.16
Direct from David: July Mobile Office Hours
We're excited to share Mobile Office Hours for July. Please find the specific dates, times, and locations in your area below. This is a great opportunity for Georgians who might not be able to visit our Atlanta office location to speak with our staff. If you have any questions, call my office at (404) 865-0087. We look forward to hearing from you! Central Georgia Wednesday, July 13 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Griffin Regional Welcome Center 143 North Hill Street Griffin, GA 30223 West Central Geor… Continue Reading
07.04.16
Direct from David: Happy Independence Day
Today, we celebrate America's 240th birthday. We honor the memory of our Founding Mothers and Fathers, patriots, and heroes. They stood in the face of tyranny, and against all odds, they prevailed in the fight for our independence and established a government like nothing else the world had ever seen. As we pause to celebrate Independence Day with our families and friends, let's remember their unwavering resolve to always protect our freedom. Because of our Founders' courage a… Continue Reading
06.26.16
Direct from David: Adding Value
Growing up in Middle Georgia, my father taught me to add value. He'd say, "David, don't ever worry about the job ahead of you, just take care of the one you've got now." For me, after four decades in business, the job may have changed but the principle remains the same. In the United States Senate, I'm committed to solving our $19 trillion national debt crisis. We cannot wait any longer. What Washington is doing by digging us deeper into debt is not acceptable. We need a sense of urgency to f… Continue Reading
06.25.16
Direct from David: Missed Opportunity
Direct from David: Missed Opportunity President Obama is on a victory tour touting his economic legacy. He recently told The New York Times that "we probably managed this better than any large economy on Earth in modern history." For millions of Georgians and Americans struggling to make it from paycheck to paycheck, that is not their reality. Let's look at the real impact of these failed economic policies: 76 million: People struggling to make it from paycheck to paycheck. 6.4 million: … Continue Reading
06.17.16
Direct from David: Praying for Orlando
Last Sunday, a terrorist took the lives of 49 innocent people in Orlando. My heart breaks for our nation. Bonnie and I join all Georgians in lifting up the victims and their families during this devastating time. We also offer our support to the brave law enforcement officials as they continue working to aid the victims and investigate this reprehensible act of terror. As we confront the threats posed by this global security crisis and Islamic extremism, keeping guns out of the hands of terro… Continue Reading
05.30.16
Direct from David: Remembering Those Who Gave Their All
On Memorial Day, we pause to reflect, remember, and honor those who paid the ultimate price to protect our freedom. While we recognize this day each year, every single day is an opportunity to remember and give thanks. Recently, I had the privilege of presenting a Purple Heart posthumously to the family of First Lieutenant Franklyn Snyder for his long overdue decoration First Lieutenant Franklyn Snyder served as a navigator for the Army Air Corps in WWII. His B-17 was shot down over Germa… Continue Reading
05.28.16
Direct from David: Keeping Our Promises to Our American Heroes
This week, Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald compared the length of time veterans wait to receive health care at the VA to the length of time people wait in lines at Disney. This is offensive and shameful. Unlike Secretary McDonald, I believe we should hold our veterans' experience at the VA to a higher standard than a child's experience at a theme park. Instead of making excuses for failed results, Washington needs to prioritize providing for our veterans. Our veterans have sac… Continue Reading
05.22.16
Direct from David: Protecting Georgia’s Military Installations
Readiness is a key to maintaining a robust national defense. At a moment's notice, our troops must be prepared to answer the call of duty. When I recently visited Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah, I saw combat aviation hangars in need of significant repair. Even more troubling is the fact that this is a problem trending across the Army. I am asking the Army to produce a detailed report on the age and condition of these hangars and to put together a plan to modernize or replace them. … Continue Reading
05.20.16
Direct from David: Disrespect and Deception
President Obama's top advisor Ben Rhodes publicly admitted to deceiving the American people about the Iran deal. Rhodes said he purposefully created an "echo chamber" in the media to push the Obama Administration's propaganda. You and I both know this behavior would not be tolerated in a typical place of business outside of the Washington bubble. This is unacceptable, and he should be fired. Here is the letter I sent to President Obama demanding for Rhodes' dismissal: The American people … Continue Reading
05.15.16
Direct from David: Repairing the Budget Process
Our country is swimming in a sea of red ink. The national debt is over $19 trillion today and will grow by nearly $10 trillion over the next decade. To call out this fiscal mess, I joined Maya MacGuineas, President of the Committee for a Responsible Budget and Fix the Debt, in writing an op-ed about how to repair the budget process. It doesn't matter what side of the aisle you are on. We all know that Washington's budget process is broken and must be fixed. It no longer supports funding our… Continue Reading
05.13.16
Direct from David: Obamacare Funded Unconstitutionally
Just a few days ago, a federal court ruled that the Obama Administration unlawfully funded parts of Obamacare without Congressional approval. Our Founding Fathers purposefully created three separate branches of government with three clear roles. And, for too long, President Obama has overstepped his authority. "Paying out [cost-sharing subsidies] without an appropriation thus violates the Constitution," wrote the federal judge. "Congress is the only source for such an appropriation, and no pu… Continue Reading
05.10.16
Direct from David: Putting the Debt in Perspective
Washington has been borrowing large sums of money at a low interest rate for years. This should be setting off warning alarms across the nation. With more than $19 trillion in debt, we are already well past the tipping point in this debt crisis. In this video, we discuss how it could get much worse. One thing is for certain, if Congress keeps spending and interest rates go up, and they will, a lot less of the federal budget will go towards Americans' priorities and national defense. The … Continue Reading
