Patrick Murphy

Patrick J. Murphy


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Patrick Murphy

12years ago
Taking the hill

Sexual Assault bill goes down on procedure

Sexual Assault bill goes down on procedure

12years ago
MS NOW

How Congress broke faith with our troops

Almost 50,000 US service members are spending Christmas in Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Congress signed off on unprecedented cuts to veterans’ benefits.

12years ago
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Why I’m thankful for the 1%

Patrick Murphy reflects on the troops, their dedication to service, and willingness to sacrifice.

12years ago
Taking the hill

Leaving no one behind

Veterans Day weekend is a time to honor America’s living heroes, some from past wars and some just returning.

12years ago
MS NOW

Was losing my seat for Obamacare worth it?

How has the debate over healthcare devolved so much? I’ll be honest. Sometimes, in a reflective moment sitting in the church pew, when I’m not trying mightily

12years ago
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‘State’s rights’ shouldn’t trump the individual right to vote

Ten years ago, I fought in 138 degree heat to give Iraqis the right to vote.

13years ago
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The forgotten war and the lessons of freedom

Nineteen years ago, on July 4, 1994, I was in the middle of basic officer training at Fort Knox, Kentucky, when we got a few hours off to celebrate our

13years ago
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Why Senator Gillibrand is right about military sexual assault

The sexual assault problem is a cancer on the military.

13years ago
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Military families have no better ally than Tom Perez

In 2005, Sergeant James Hurley was in Iraq when Saxon Mortgage Services, a subsidiary of Morgan Stanley, foreclosed on his home.

13years ago
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How to get an F from the NRA

I believe in the Second Amendment. I’m a gun owner. I have a permit to carry. I carried a weapon 24/7 when deployed overseas twice since 9/11.