On Tuesday, House Democrats admitted that the Republican 'All of the Above' energy plan for America is the best choice for the future of our energy independence.

This comes three months after the Republican-proposed plan was introduced, and after many remarks from House Speaker Pelosi that such a plan would never pass.
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Today we are excited to launch the Online Captains program to offer a new way to get involved in Mike Conaway's re-election campaign. We've been trying these past few months to spread Mike's message online, and now we need your help.

As an Online Captain you can take action and get on the inside of the campaign while earning points that lead to great rewards. Please take a look at the site and sign up today!
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Representing a district that is in touch with America's energy needs, I know just how important domestic production of oil and natural gas is to our economy and our nation's security. That's why I opposed the Democrat's Energy bill, which the House passed late Tuesday.
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When General David Petraeus took over as the U.S. commander in Iraq, the war on terror and the fight to protect, and provide, freedom had many detractors. Petraeus served as a commander and a leader for nearly two years, and I ask you to join me to thank General Petraeus. Earlier this week, General Petraeus stepped down from his duties after serving 20 months with honor and integrity. General Ray Odierno will be taking over these duties.
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Today, I voted against approving a journal of the Congressional record to prevent some irresponsible remarks from becoming part of the official log of comments made on the House floor. Yesterday, a Democrat lawmaker unfortunately compared his party's presidential nominee to Jesus Christ. Additionally, he alluded that Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin is akin to Pontius Pilate. In case you missed this episode, you can see the video and read about it here - http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmi...
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Today marks the seventh anniversary of the September 11th attacks. That day will be recorded as one of the most tragic and horrific in the history of our nation; a day when we once again lost our innocence. On that morning, every American woke up to a new kind of terror and a life forever changed.
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Thank you to the 1500 people who shared their thoughts and suggestions on the 2008 Republican Party Platform via my Web site. With your help, we have created a truly historic document that will return the Republican Party to our core beliefs and bring the change we need to Washington. You can view the new platform here.
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An ambitious coalition of Republican Congressmen, including Rep. Mike Conaway (TX-11), met this morning in our nation’s Capitol to continue their efforts to elect Republicans and take back congress. They call themselves the House GOP Young Guns.

The Young Guns are a team of fresh-thinking, forward-looking House Republican leaders working to earn a Republican majority by supporting hand-selected challengers to incumbent Democrats.
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