J. Randy Forbes

Virginia's 4th District

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  • instaPoll: Do you believe the executive branch should resume defending the Defense of Marriage Act in court? http://t.co/J8cDfoob
  • Are you getting my issue updates? http://t.co/TkR53cGb
  • There's no harm in enjoying the outdoors on waterways in our area. Remember: Safety first, always wear your life jacket http://t.co/JxISuw8U
  • Great to spend time at Billy Bain's Farm Social this past weekend in Dinwiddie. Thanks for having me! http://t.co/fScZ5Z3m
  • Thanks to Colonial Farm Credit coop, returning almost $1.5 million to farmers in the 4th District! http://t.co/I1AtUsrD
  • Sea transport has been the largest carrier of freight throughout recorded history. Thank a US Merchant Marine today. http://t.co/H9ZTmyxu
  • As part of Small Business Week, I would like to recognize the special impact made by outstanding entrepreneurs and small business owners.
  • On my way to the Billy Bain Farm Social in Dinwiddie to meet with farmers from my district. Looking foward to hearing their updates.
  • Pleasure getting to meet a few of my young constituents from Chesapeake – Joe Price, James Elliot and Zachary Price! http://t.co/xZ0bB13B
  • Today is Armed Forces Day. On this day, and every day, we pay tribute to the men and women who serve in the United States Armed Forces.
  • Looking forward to working with Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors to preserve prayer and the freedom of faith http://t.co/UYLlnuR2
  • Pleasure to meet with William Dupler, Deputy Administrator for Community Development in Chesterfield County. http://t.co/E4PyHCUT
  • Met with William Harrell, President of Hampton Roads Transit. Working hard to get you where you need to go. @gohrt_com http://t.co/FNqYb3Iv
  • Congrats to VSU for "Building A Better World" being nominated for the NCCBC 54th Annual Emmy Awards on June 16th! http://t.co/HYRKNEAO
  • InstaPoll: Do you believe religious groups should have the ability to choose leaders consistent with their beliefs? http://t.co/7bLTwRVh
  • Agree or Disagree? If government acts as an ENABLER and not an INHIBITOR in the real economy, we will see job growth. http://t.co/BEFXUZEn
  • Attending the Chuck Colson memorial service. His great work will live on. Follow the service live right now at http://t.co/WpSiwCkB
  • Break the unhealthy habits of the 9 to 5 routine. Make today day one of a healthier and more active professional life. http://t.co/dXbMIJCt
  • @jckreidel Thanks for attending
  • RT @RepScottRigell: We must find #commonground as we address our nation's fiscal challenges. But a Strong Defense is not ground I am wi ...
  • RT @RepScottRigell: @reprandyforbes says: the true 1% is defending the other 99% of Americans. #hrmilitary #HRVA
  • Over 29 million American women struggle with Osteoporosis each year. Visit http://t.co/vYCVfSU0 for tips on healthier living for women.
  • http://t.co/vXTDVoKp Insightful testimony from various community leaders, citizens, and veterans
  • http://t.co/VLeHbjto Standing room only at our Defending our Defenders Listening Session. Speak up at http://t.co/5f2hbOiB
  • RT @FoxBizVideo: Rep. Randy Forbes, (R-Va.), on how potential defense cuts will impact the military and national security. http://t.co/l ...
  • RT @PTdefense: Sequestration: The road tour @cnn story on @Randy_Forbes tour to highlight potential harmful cuts todefense budget http:/ ...
  • Getting ready for Defending Our Defenders tonight at Chesapeake Conference Center. Join us!
  • Happy Mother's Day! I'm blessed to have a wonderful mother and am happy to be spending the day with her and Shirley. http://t.co/CzUpfClt
  • RT @MotoWife: I typically don't like listening to politicians, but listening to @Randy_Forbes at #milblogcon is refreshing
  • Thanks to all the Milbloggers who provide the best unfiltered content about issues affecting our military.#milblogcon http://t.co/qCoXFcPK
  • Looking forward to being on with @Loudobbsnews tonight on Fox Business at 7:10pm. It is very important to properly fund our troops.
  • @militaryofficer It was great to be there. Thanks for all you do
  • Looking forward to talking to the Milbloggers tomorrow morning! @ #milblogcon. http://t.co/xfvYdemM
  • Here is my conversation this AM about devastating cuts to our national defense on @foxandfriends with Gretchen Carlson. http://t.co/ZFraPiAz
  • Check out my appearance on CNN this morning talking defense cuts with @CarolCNN http://t.co/vAnmAVSP
  • instaPoll: With defense cuts imminent, what measure are you most concerned about? http://t.co/rXvoBWYm
  • I'll be on @CNN after this commercial break. Tune in and share your thoughts: http://t.co/5f2hbOiB http://t.co/aA3bNQzB
  • Tune in this morning as I join @CarolCNN at 9 am on @CNN to discuss the importance of properly funding our armed services.
  • I'll be on @FoxNews with @marthamaccallum today at 10:10 am to discuss restoring the defense budget. Tune in, share your thoughts with me.
  • RT: Military Crippling Sequester Must Be Stopped By Rep. Buck McKeon and Paul Ryan: http://t.co/jX3wtCfq
  • Honored to receive “Legislator of the Year” award from the Virginia Council of Chapters of MOAA @MilitaryOfficer. http://t.co/6boMFoRc
  • @_harley_wood_2 Thanks for the tweets!
  • Met with officials from the City of Petersburg to discuss local economic development initiatives. http://t.co/SO7BQMUi
  • It's motorcycle safety month. Visit http://t.co/XNOdnH9m for tips on how to get the most out of your ride.
  • Supporting U.S. jobs by using "Made in America" components at the Tidewater Builders Association in Chesapeake: http://t.co/0RyX76lV
  • Breakthroughs in Cancer research save thousands of lives each year. Visit http://t.co/91FzeoED to learn how you can join the fight.
  • Share with us - who are you showing appreciation for this National Military Appreciation Month?
  • Earlier today I had the privilege of speaking at the 61st Annual National Day of Prayer. More information on the event:...
  • instaPoll: As the 2011 term of the Supreme Court comes to an end, what case are you most interested in? http://t.co/JP5uMm4C
  • Opening new offshore areas for American energy exploration could bring 1,900 jobs to VA. http://t.co/kIhGtd1b
  • Honored to represent the Legislative Branch as a speaker at the National Day or Prayer National Observance in Washington today.
  • National Day of Prayer - day to reflect how our founding fathers sought the wisdom of God when faced with critical decisions for our country
  • RT @EmployeesOwn: @Randy_Forbes Keep up the great work, Rep. Forbes! The employee-owners in your district appreciate your commitment!
  • Great to tour the Navy Exchange Distribution Center opening in Suffolk in June, bringing 175 new jobs. #jobs http://t.co/RyvpWjyH
  • Honored to receive the @Boyscouts Colonial VA Council's Citizenship in the Community Award. #BePrepared #BoyScouts http://t.co/NdbGBBRM
  • RT @heritage: Rep. @Randy_Forbes speaks out on the need to #ProtectAmerica. Read on: http://t.co/H8motkvv
  • Fact: transportation projects employ 21,000 individuals in VA. Read about my work to bolster this important industry. http://t.co/6N05l4tr
  • After touring Suffolk's @Target Import Warehouse, the largest importer in the Port of VA, I met with their leadership-http://ow.ly/i/Biwn
  • Tune in to @FoxNews today at 9:10am EST as I join @BillHemmer on America's Newroom to discuss the recent report on partisan politics at DOJ
  • Congratulations to VSU Business School! Named Best in the Country among Historically Black Colleges and Universities. http://t.co/ffJHjRJF
  • Read my Op-Ed on Politico: The Air Force We Need http://t.co/ayZqm3UI
  • Tune in to @FoxNews Channel today at 12:15pm as I discuss Operation Fast&Furious with @ShannonBream
  • Today's rubber duck race...great cause! chip http://t.co/B7dzhYKJ
  • Congrats to Dupont Elementary in Hopewell, VA for being grand prize winner of Healthy Playground Makeover Sweepstakes http://t.co/HV6nL8ht
  • RT @RepMGriffith: @Randy_Forbes will you help me get to 2400 followers? Please RT and ask your followers to follow me @RepMGriffith #VaGOP
  • Defending Our Defenders kicks off May 14th. Read this piece by @MEaglen: http://t.co/QCVELZdS Click here to RSVP: http://t.co/URAlu2Ur
  • @harrykazianis Thanks for having me
  • RT @RepScottRigell: Looking forward to this defense event May 14. Thanks to @randy_forbes for his leadership here. http://t.co/wr0TNwc ...
  • @andyjenksnbc12 Thanks for having me
  • In case you missed my appearance @1140WRVA this morning on the secret service scandal and student loans: http://t.co/Ur2mJ3C1
  • House voting today to prevent student loan interest rates from doubling. Funds to be offset from Obamacare. Where do you stand?
  • InstaPoll: Should states be allowed to regulate illegal immigration? http://t.co/VmEdbYd4
  • Honored to receive the Guardian of Senior’s Rights Award. @60PlusAssoc http://t.co/1xXcS0Qa
  • Met with Dr. Scott, Principal at Oscar F. Smith Middle School in Chesapeake - Congratulations and keep up the good work!...
  • Honored to meet with former Air Force Chief of Staff John Jumper today to talk about our country's national defense. http://t.co/bdUtxbrf
  • Met with Chesterfield Fire Department today to discuss the needs of our district's first responders. Always a privilege....
  • Rest in Peace Frank Chebetar, one of Hampton Road's last Peal Harbor survivors. What an incredible life. http://t.co/r6Qn76Ew
  • Today is a great day for our ally Israel as they celebrate their independence day.
  • America stands united with the Jewish people 64 years after achieving victory.
  • Met with Joel Osteen from Lakewood Ministries today to talk about the work of the Congressional Prayer Caucus: http://t.co/1opKFi1Z
  • Will you be attending Defending Our Defenders Listening Session on May 14? RSVP: http://t.co/7pTgLSLd
  • Check out my CNN interview with @CarolCNN regarding the Secret Service scandal http://t.co/2Rjm18P0
  • 122,800 jobs could be lost in VA and the Commonwealth will lose $10.5B in Gross State Product. #defensecuts http://t.co/b88r1lIn
  • Get updates from Washington in 140 characters or less - follow me on Twitter. http://t.co/yojf9G3t
  • 13% of our warfighters will be pink slipped – the equivalent to cutting the entire @USMC. Learn more: http://t.co/PwxWLLH6 #defensecuts
  • Congrats again to all the Grassfield HS Academic Excellence awardees last night. What an impressive group of students! http://t.co/qMVLcDW0
  • Enjoyed speaking (and eating!) at the 6th Annual Taste of India last night at ODU. Here is a picture from the event - http://t.co/ek9sLMZo
  • Don’t miss last week’s Capitol Monitor, with details on my legislation for a new strategy in dealing with China http://t.co/KFDS4KoN
  • Thanks for a great interview @loudobbsnews http://t.co/77AldInz
  • Met with the good folks from the Arthritis Foundation yesterday in Washington http://t.co/BEo3uELT
  • Calling all High School Artists - the 2012 Congressional Arts Competition deadline is approaching April 25th. More info:...
  • Discussing America’s Reserves with the Reserve Officers Association http://t.co/M6RtvvXm
  • I enjoyed meeting with the Va Assn of Nurse Anesthetists -Thanks for everything you do! http://t.co/ysN2bTpa
  • My interview with @GovMikeHuckabee yesterday http://t.co/acCKFMkC. In case you missed it: http://t.co/igoYVINM
  • Honored to meet the Navy’s Junior Submarine Officers of the Year and their spouses – Anchors Aweigh! http://t.co/UWgM0SXq
  • My appearance on Fox News today on the Secret Service Scandal- http://t.co/ybysXdcw
  • Tune in to CNN at 4:15 today as I discuss the Secret Service scandal and what needs to be done in response.
  • I introduced a bill today to provide a strategic framework for Congress' relationship with China. Read about it here: http://t.co/U6QxqIg0
  • instaPoll: Do you think the President is on the right course by proposing to raise taxes? http://t.co/DVmNZmt0
  • Looking forward to being a guest on @americanewsroom on Fox News Channel today at 10am. @marthamaccallum does a great job every day.