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03/11/2010 Law of the Sea Treaty: Senate Armed Services Committee

Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on March 11, 2010 | 4:10 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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The Commander of the US Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command, testifying before the Senate Armed Services Committee today, agreed with Sen. Mark Begich that the Senate should move forward on ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. In a question and answer exchange between Sen. Begich, a member of the committee, and Air Force Gen. Victor Renuart, Jr., Begich asked whether, given the growing importance of and attention to the Arctic, the General supported the ratification of the Law of the Sea Treaty. Law of the Sea Treaty is something that is critical to to give us a seat at the table to be involved in these discussions. And we very much support ratification of that treaty as soon as we can, Gen. Renuart said.
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Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on March 8, 2010 | 4:17 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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In a meeting of the Senator Armed Services Committee, Sen. Begic
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03/04/2010 Alaska's Air Force Presence

Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on March 8, 2010 | 4:17 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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Stressing the importance of Alaska's military bases, Sen. Mark Begich questioned top Air Force officials about resources committed to Alaska, including F22s and radar systems. Addressing the Secretary of the Air Force, Michael Donley, and Air Force Chief of Staff, Norton Schwartz, Begich emphasized the importance of protecting US airspace saying, "...additional F-22s are needed in Alaska."
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03/02/2010 Begich Questions Toyota

Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on March 5, 2010 | 5:11 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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Under questioning from Sen. Begich at a hearing of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, Yoshimi Inaba, President and Chief Operating Officer of Toyota Motor North America, Inc., said the company can reimburse dealers if they travel to remote communities where residents do not have easy access to Toyota dealerships. The Commerce Committee meeting took place on March 2, 2010.
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2/2/2010 Nomination Hearing of Gas Line Coordinator

Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on February 8, 2010 | 4:50 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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2/2/2010 Nomination Hearing of Federal Gas Line Coordinator Larry Persily

Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on February 8, 2010 | 4:50 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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On February 2, 2010, Sen. Begich spoke before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee in support of Alaskan Larry Persily. Sen. Begich recommended Mr. Persily to President Obama for the position of Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Project Federal Coordinator. Mr. Persily's confirmation would be a step forward for the largest jobs-producing project on Alaska's horizon.
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2/2/2010 Nomination Hearing of Federal Gas Line Coordinator Larry Persily

Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on February 8, 2010 | 4:50 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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On February 2, 2010, Sen. Begich spoke before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee in support of Alaskan Larry Persily. Sen. Begich recommended Mr. Persily to President Obama for the position of Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Project Federal Coordinator. Mr. Persily's confirmation would be a step forward for the largest jobs-producing project on Alaska's horizon.
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The Alaska Report February 2010

Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on February 3, 2010 | 2:24 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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In February 2010, US Senator Mark Begich hosted the Alaska Report. In this episode, Sen. Begich interviewed representatives from the US Department of Commerce and the 2010 Census. Joining Sen. Begich from the Department of Commerce was Policy Director Travis Sullivan. His participation in the program followed a trip to Anchorage by Commerce Secretary Gary Locke. Mr. Sullivan discussed the role of the Commerce Department in Alaska, efforts to create jobs through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, and the potential for Congress to pass a Jobs Bill. To discuss the 2010 Census, Sen. Begich hosted Raul Cisneros, the Chief of the Census Publicity Office. Mr. Cisneros shared the importance of the census and dispelled common misconceptions about it. For more information about the 2010 Census you can visit or call: www.2010Census.gov 1-888-US-COUNT (1-888-872-6868) The Alaska Report is a public broadcast program hosted by the Alaska Congressional Delegation. In the 111th Congress, Senator Begich and Senator Lisa Murkowski rotate hosting duties and interview guests of their choice.
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2010 Census PSA Extended - Sen. Mark Begich: Alaska

Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on February 2, 2010 | 3:15 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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Begun on January 25, 2010, in Noorvik, Alaska, the 2010 US Census is vital to ensure that Alaska receives a fair share of federal funding and resources. In this video, US Senator Mark Begich takes :15 seconds to explain the importance of the 2010 Census and encourage all Alaskans to be counted. The PSA is available for public use. Text of the video: Hi, Alaska Senator Mark Begich of. The 2010 Census is coming and we need everyone in Alaska to be counted. An accurate count will ensure that Alaska receives our fair share of funding for schools, hospitals and roads. Democracy works best when everyone is counted. The 2010 Census is easy, important and safe. Its our future, and its in our hands. Learn more at 2010census.gov.
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Mark Begich's Senate Member Office (D-AK) posted a Video on February 2, 2010 | 3:15 pm - Original Item - Comments (View)
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