Author: Larry Pressler
Publisher: Viking
ISBN: 9780670089314
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Neighbours in Arms
Author: Larry Pressler
Publisher: Viking
ISBN: 9780670089314
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher: Viking
ISBN: 9780670089314
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Senator Pressler
Author: Larry Pressler
Publisher: Fortis Publishing
ISBN: 9781937592585
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
In 2013, the film American Hustle was released. Its 1979 ABSCAM-inspired plot created renewed public interest in Larry Pressler, the South Dakota senator who was the only public official to turn down the illegal FBI bribe. He immediately reported the incident to the FBI. When Senator Pressler was told Walter Cronkite referred to him on the evening news as a "hero" he stated, "I do not consider myself a hero... what have we come to if turning down a bribe is 'heroic'?" Capitalizing on the public's renewed interest, Pressler, who was disillusioned by the partisan two-party system, chose to get back in the ring. It had been eighteen years since he left office, but with an open Senate seat in 2014, Pressler felt a calling urging him to run. Despite serving his twenty-two years in office as a Republican, Pressler ran this time as an Independent-he was tired of the partisan bickering in Washington and was unwilling to submit to either party's special interests. This book tells the journey of this unexpected candidacy and instills hope that with some much-needed effort, we can achieve a political renaissance. About the Author Senator Larry Pressler is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives (1975-1979) and the U.S. Senate (1979-1997). He is a Rhodes Scholar, a Harvard Law School graduate, a Vietnam combat veteran, a Fulbright professor, and a member of the U.S. Supreme Court Bar.
Publisher: Fortis Publishing
ISBN: 9781937592585
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
In 2013, the film American Hustle was released. Its 1979 ABSCAM-inspired plot created renewed public interest in Larry Pressler, the South Dakota senator who was the only public official to turn down the illegal FBI bribe. He immediately reported the incident to the FBI. When Senator Pressler was told Walter Cronkite referred to him on the evening news as a "hero" he stated, "I do not consider myself a hero... what have we come to if turning down a bribe is 'heroic'?" Capitalizing on the public's renewed interest, Pressler, who was disillusioned by the partisan two-party system, chose to get back in the ring. It had been eighteen years since he left office, but with an open Senate seat in 2014, Pressler felt a calling urging him to run. Despite serving his twenty-two years in office as a Republican, Pressler ran this time as an Independent-he was tired of the partisan bickering in Washington and was unwilling to submit to either party's special interests. This book tells the journey of this unexpected candidacy and instills hope that with some much-needed effort, we can achieve a political renaissance. About the Author Senator Larry Pressler is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives (1975-1979) and the U.S. Senate (1979-1997). He is a Rhodes Scholar, a Harvard Law School graduate, a Vietnam combat veteran, a Fulbright professor, and a member of the U.S. Supreme Court Bar.
Star Wars
Author: Larry Pressler
Publisher: Praeger
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
In this searching examination of a most vital national security issue and an example of responsible Congressional overview, Senator Pressler synthesizes all of the relevant data being presented to Congress, technological reports as well as floor debates, into a comprehensive guide to the issue. He presents the major positions, argued in the words of U.S. Senators and Representatives, and detailed descriptions of weaponry, capabilities of the Soviets, the cost of space weapons and their impact on arms control. He also outlines the policy considerations, strategic impact, and technological aspects of the Strategic Defense Initiative, as well as arguments on both sides of the controversy. ISBN 0-03-008583-7: $19.95.
Publisher: Praeger
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
In this searching examination of a most vital national security issue and an example of responsible Congressional overview, Senator Pressler synthesizes all of the relevant data being presented to Congress, technological reports as well as floor debates, into a comprehensive guide to the issue. He presents the major positions, argued in the words of U.S. Senators and Representatives, and detailed descriptions of weaponry, capabilities of the Soviets, the cost of space weapons and their impact on arms control. He also outlines the policy considerations, strategic impact, and technological aspects of the Strategic Defense Initiative, as well as arguments on both sides of the controversy. ISBN 0-03-008583-7: $19.95.
Report of the Secretary of the Senate from ...
Author: United States. Congress. Senate
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1634
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1634
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Rural Older Americans
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Special Committee on Aging
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 118
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 118
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Bus Regulatory Reform Act of 1982
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Subcommittee on Surface Transportation
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bus lines
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bus lines
Languages : en
Pages : 152
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Report of the Senate Impeachment Trial Committee
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Impeachment Trial Committee
Publisher:
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Category : Judges
Languages : en
Pages : 1196
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Judges
Languages : en
Pages : 1196
Book Description
Household Goods Transportation and Bus Regulatory Reform Oversight
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Subcommittee on Surface Transportation
Publisher:
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Category : Bus lines
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bus lines
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Clean Campaign Act of 1985
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Advertising, Political
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Advertising, Political
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Hearing on Interstate Use Tax Collection
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Small Business
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 176
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