Quotes from Jeff Fortenberry


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Fiscal discipline can turn the economy around.


You cannot deny reality: that ISIS is systematically attempting to exterminate Christianity, to exterminate the Yazidi community, to exterminate other religious minorities in vast areas in Iraq and Syria.


I'm proud to be able to represent Bellevue and the Offutt and StratCom communities.


I would like to see Donald Trump lay out specifics on an economic agenda that are realistic, that are small-business focused.


I thought incorporating Columbus and Platte County into the 1st District was a good idea.


I don't fund county roads.


I came west for opportunity. I made Lincoln my home.


Human trafficking is a modern form of slavery. It is a scourge for humanity, and America must project its values and protect vulnerable persons.


Government has a rightful role, but not an excessive role, to play.


From all indications, the Offutt runway replacement is not a matter of 'if.' It is a matter of 'when.'


For Nebraska and for America, I will continue my commitment to our national security, economic security, and family security.


A rapidly expanding Syrian refugee policy could create conditions for domestic tragedy.


Donald Trump has not yet earned my vote. And I'm not simply going to say 'never,' because I do not want to empower Hillary Clinton.


Congress must demonstrate fiscal responsibility.


Communities are suffering, children are suffering, and our immigration policy appears in disarray.


Christians, Yezidis, and other religious minorities have every right to remain in their ancestral homelands.


Christianity in the Middle East is shattered. The ancient faith tradition lies beaten, broken, and dying.


By keeping your eye on the ultimate goal, you lean into the mess and try to make the outcome a little better.


There is a need for a vision that's compelling and uplifting, especially in a time when people are worried. At the same time, in this era, hard work and lofty rhetoric are not going to compel you to the presidency.


I belong to the political party that generally fits my philosophical beliefs, but I reserve the right to vote my conscience after careful deliberation. My voting record reflects this.