Brett Hall
Brett Hall
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It's a growing institution and when you look at the fact that it's the only public four-year institution in that region with a growing population base, there is a definite need to address the demands.
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We have no interest in helping him (Coleman) be a martyr. He has demonstrated a lack of understanding of the facts in the past and probably misunderstands what this administration has accomplished in hiring minorities and women in the state work force.
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We'll study this over the weekend, but initially we have concerns about the high level of bonding and the fact they've robbed the state rainy-day fund of $80 million to help pay for what they've added.
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The public should respect their dignity in a very difficult time. That's why this law was passed. It's inconceivable why anyone would want to protest at a military funeral while family members are there.
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I spoke with him on the phone and he's doing a lot better. The strength of his voice is back. He has no fever. His appetite is good and he's anxious to leave the hospital.
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We have every hope that it will pass, because it's a bipartisan bill, it's comprehensive, and it has the support of Republicans and Democrats who are respected on this issue in both chambers.
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Both of us are in the same boat, trying to determine the constitutionality of this matter.
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As soon as this vote was counted and we fell short ..., we were on the phone with (House) members to let them know the governor wants this bill.
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At this point he will look at it and see if improvements could be made.
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At these meetings they were talking about non-merit jobs.
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At the end of the day, everybody will come together - once all the little political games have been played - and the arena will be built at the riverfront site. It's the only site that makes any sense.
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Justice is sometimes in the eye of the beholder.
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The president wished him well. They spoke for just a few minutes, but it really lifted the governor's spirits.
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We know that this initiative is not an overnight thing. It's going to take time.