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The issues of Defense and National Security are important to our district and to my work in Congress.

It continually humbles me when I interact with our brave soldiers. The men and women who risk their lives for our country deserve the best our nation can offer. I feel a duty to protect not only the rights of active duty servicemen and women, but also the rights of those who served before them.

I strongly believe funding for the military is imperative, and supporting our troops at home and abroad is fundamental. To effectively advance our nation's security goals, we must be able to objectively assess our security challenges and adapt accordingly. It is important to remember that the challenges we face today are not the challenges we will face tomorrow. And unless we plan for those challenges today, we will not be able to successfully and peacefully overcome them.

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President Obama Signs World War I Legislation
January 15, 2013
Press Release

President Obama has signed the World War I Centennial Commission Act, introduced by Congressman Cleaver. This establishes a World War I Centennial Commission which will spearhead the planning and execution of the war commemorations throughout the country and in Kansas City in 2014. 

Issues: Armed Services and Defense Community
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EC from DC - January 4, 2013
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World War I Centennial Commission Act Passes Both Houses of Congress
December 31, 2012
Press Release

Today, the World War I Centennial Commission Act passed the House of Representatives with overwhelming support, by a vote of 401-5. Congressman Cleaver spoke on the House Floor about this issue earlier this month. Video is available here.  

Issues: Armed Services and Defense Community
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Service Academy Nominations
Information and instruction for seeking a nomination to a service academy
Congressman Cleaver's Statement on the Death of Ambassador Christopher Stevens
September 12, 2012
Press Release

“Today, I join President Barack Obama and Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton in condemning in the strongest terms the murder of United States Ambassador to Libya Christopher Stevens and three other American diplomats. It should be clear that the freedom we enjoy in this country has been sustained by their service and their willingness to defend it, even in the most perilous times and in the face of the gravest dangers.

Issues: Armed Services and Defense Foreign Affairs
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Congressman Cleaver's Statement on the Anniversary of 9/11
September 11, 2012
Press Release

"Eleven years ago, the way we live our lives in this great country, changed forever. Innocent, American lives were lost. Heroes sacrificed themselves to save others. And a sense of security was stripped away. But, in those dark hours, the light that has always guided our nation, continued to show us the way.”

Issues: Armed Services and Defense Homeland Security
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EC From DC - July 20th, 2012
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Congressman Cleaver Wishes Army Happy Birthday!
June 14, 2012
Press Release

“With America’s Army standing up for our country’s freedom all over the world, it is only appropriate that we take time out today to honor all of those serving and to let them know how much they are appreciated,” said U.S. Representative Cleaver. “Our Army is the best in the world and they show their talent, character and commitment each and every day.”

Issues: Armed Services and Defense
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EC From DC - May 18, 2012
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EC from DC - June 24, 2011
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