When you're the president of ...

When you're the president of the United States and you know that the biggest issue facing you is this cliff that we're about ready to head over if we don't get this spending and debt situation under control, it's very irresponsible not to take the action that is necessary to fix the problem.
 John Thune

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We must work together to save and strengthen Social Security not just for my father's generation but also for my daughters' generation.
 John Thune
I just think we need more accountability and more transparency.
 John Thune
I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty, and freedom. It is the history of our nation, and it's marked by the blood of those who died defending it.
 John Thune