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Jerry Costello [1949-0] American

Rank: 107
Politician, Former U.S. Representative

Jerry Francis Costello is the former U.S. Representative for Illinois's 12th congressional district. He previously represented Illinois's 21st congressional district, and served in Congress from 1988 to 2013.

Courage, Environmental, Faith, Great, History, Religion, Strength, Travel

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Since 2000, we have lost 2.7 million manufacturing jobs, of which 500,000 jobs were in high-tech industries such as telecommunications and electronics.		101
With faith and courage, generations of Armenians have overcome great suffering and proudly preserved their culture, traditions, and religion and have told the story of the genocide to an often indifferent world.	Courage, Faith, Great, Religion	102
In celebration of this Earth Day, I encourage all Members of the House to support legislation aimed at investing in the improvement of water quality in our Nation's lakes, rivers, streams and estuaries.		103
This was a tragic event in human history, but by paying tribute to the Armenian community we ensure the lessons of the Armenian genocide are properly understood and acknowledged.	History	104
The State of Israel has faced obstacles and challenges to its very survival, with conventional military attacks leading the way to suicide bombers who have killed innocent Israeli men, women, and children.		105
Population growth and development place additional stress on the Nation's water infrastructure and its ability to sustain hard-won water quality gains.		106
The United States transportation system is the envy of the world.		107
The attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 completely crippled our Pacific Fleet.		108
Almost 70 percent of U.S. ag exports travel the upper Mississippi River and the Illinois waterway system.	Travel	109
Mr. Speaker, genocide is the most potent of all crimes against humanity because it is an effort to systematically wipe out a people and a culture as well as individual lives.		110
Coal is absolutely critical to our nation's economic health and global competitiveness.		111
We have an extensive system of highways, ports, locks and dams, and airports.		112
Pope John Paul II brought hope to all corners of the world, to people of all faiths and backgrounds, with his powerful belief in the human spirit.		113
While some people are certainly seeing economic benefits, many others are unemployed, underemployed, without health insurance and struggling to make ends meet.		114
Jobs are disappearing from every sector of the economy, from engineering to health care workers, forcing hundreds of thousands of families into unemployment and low-paying jobs.		115
Since September 11, 2001, many in this nation and this Congress have a deeper appreciation for the importance of the sacrifices made by our law enforcement officers.		116
Through these adversities, Israel has endured with continued strength, conviction, and faith.	Strength	117
This Nation has realized significant environmental improvements over the last three decades.	Environmental	118
In addition to the clean coal provisions, the energy conference agreement contains provisions instrumental in helping increase conservation and lowering consumption.		119
Amtrak is extremely important to the economy of Southern Illinois and I will continue to work with state and local leaders and my colleagues in Congress to secure the necessary funding to maintain full service.		120
Train service is particularly vital for the students and employees of Southern Illinois University.		121
It is clear that the economy has not gotten better for everyone.		122
Every day more Americans watch their jobs being shipped overseas.		123
Every day, hundreds of thousands of men and women protect and serve, often putting their own lives at risk.		124
Make no mistake, our troops will be in Afghanistan and Iraq for a long time.		125
As Members of Congress and people of conscience, we must work to overcome the indifference and distortions of history, and ensure that future generations know what happened.		126
Maintaining clean, safe water remains one of our greatest national and global challenges and responsibilities.		201

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