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John Thune's Public Statements on Issue: Arts, Entertainment, and History

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09/08/2022 Tweet - "Queen Elizabeth II lived a long, incredible life -- an undeniably important fixture in world history. Kimberley and I are praying for her family and thinking of America's friends in the UK during this difficult time. May the Queen rest in peace."
07/16/2022 Tweet - "At an all school reunion in Murdo, I caught up with a JCHS legend, my hs bb and track coach, Jerry Applebee. He was "old school" tough, and a true inspiration to me and countless athletes through the years. Also found a few alums from the class of 1979. Count me grateful!"
07/04/2022 Tweet - "The #FourthOfJuly is a day to appreciate the extraordinary blessings that come with living in the United States of America, the freest country the world has ever known, and to give gratitude to all who fought to obtain and protect them. Happy #IndependenceDay!"
07/04/2022 Tweet - "The #FourthOfJuly is a day to appreciate the extraordinary blessings that come with living in the United States of America, the freest country the world has ever known, and to give gratitude to all who fought to obtain and protect them. Happy #IndependenceDay!"
05/26/2022 Tweet - "Thank you to all of the South Dakotans who took the time to meet with me this week -- folks from @NAIFA , ACEC of South Dakota, and families visiting Washington. Meeting with South Dakotans is always the best part of my day."
04/28/2022 Tweet - "Great memories of playing middle school games there. Plus, it was the scene for the historic 1955 district championship game between Vivian and Murdo, which they're still talking about today."
03/08/2022 Tweet - "Big championship day in the Summit League tourney. At least one South Dakota team will walk away as a champion. Good luck to @GoJacksWBB , @SDCoyotesWBB , and @GoJacksMBB , and congrats on a well-played season so far. #GoJacks #GoYotes #ReachTheSummit"
03/08/2022 Tweet - "Loved having my beautiful wife Kimberley in the office today on #InternationalWomensDay2022. She has been a shining example to our girls, myself, and countless others of what it means to be a kind, strong, and accomplished woman. Couldn't have asked for a better partner in life."
03/07/2022 Tweet - "Congrats! Championship bound! #GoJacks"
03/05/2022 Tweet - "Caught up with Jeff Lamb (aka Chloe's dad) to congratulate him on ⁦ @littlelamb_22 ⁩ being named ⁦ @summithoops ⁩ WBB POY. Tried to guard Jeff back in the day. Would rather watch Chloe play. Good luck to all SD teams playing in the tourney. We're pulling for you."
03/04/2022 Tweet - "In March, the real excitement happens at the Summit League Tournament. Good luck to all the South Dakota teams this weekend. Can't wait to cheer you on. @SummitHoops #MarchMadness"
02/21/2022 Tweet - "Proud to be from the home of Mount Rushmore. South Dakota is the best place in the country to celebrate our great American presidents. #PresidentsDay"
02/15/2022 Tweet - "The U.S. government serves at the pleasure of the people, who should be able to visit their Capitol building when they're in Washington. Glad to join @SenatorHagerty resolution with @SenateGOP to say Capitol Hill shouldn't be closed when the rest of America is open."
12/19/2021 Tweet - "I'm sad to hear about the passing of my friend, Senator Johnny Isakson. Johnny always said there are two kinds of people in the world: friends and future friends. It says everything you need to know about him. Kimberley and I are keeping his family in our prayers."
12/07/2021 Tweet - "The cowardly attack on Pearl Harbor led the U.S. into a war that would later define a generation of Americans. We'll never forget the lives lost or the brave Americans who raced to enemy shores to defend freedom. Tribute to Sen. Dole, Marcella LeBeau, & the Greatest Generation."
12/05/2021 Tweet - "Senator Bob Dole was a distinguished statesman & WWII hero who truly lived a life of purpose in service to our country. America is a better place because of his many contributions. Kimberley and I are sending prayers to Elizabeth and his entire family."
10/11/2021 Tweet - "It's Native Americans' Day in South Dakota. We honor the proud culture & contributions of the Lakota, Dakota, & Nakota people. Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our state & this nation. I'm proud to join South Dakotans in celebrating our tribal citizens today."
01/27/2021 Tweet - "Today marks the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp on January 27, 1945. On International Holocaust Remembrance Day -- and every day -- we honor victims and their families. We must never forget the atrocities of the Holocaust. #WeRemember"
01/18/2021 Tweet - "Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy stands tall in our country's history. He helped lead our nation toward a better future. Today, we remember him and everything he stood for. https://keloland.com/news/local-news/mlk-jr-interview-in-sioux-falls-from-1961/ #MLKDay"
11/26/2020 Tweet - "Every year, I reflect on how blessed I am to call South Dakota home. I am thankful for the beauty of our state -- for our wide-open spaces & soaring hills -- and I'm thankful for the kindness, graciousness, & resilience of South Dakotas. From my family to yours, happy Thanksgiving."
11/02/2020 Tweet - "Happy Birthday to my favorite state in the union. I am so grateful to call South Dakota home."
10/12/2020 Tweet - "Today, in South Dakota, we're celebrating Native Americans' Day. I am proud to serve all of our Dakota, Nakota, and Lakota people, and I'm thankful to live in a state that celebrates its Native American history & traditions."
09/25/2020 Tweet - "Link to LIVE coverage of the buffalo roundup at Custer State Park starting at 9:30 a.m. MT. One of the best events of the year. Enjoy!"
09/11/2020 Tweet - "On the anniversary of 9/11, we remember to #NeverForget & continue to honor the legacy set by all the brave Americans who sacrificed that day. There are countless examples of super-human bravery on #September11. This story of #Flight93 is one of the most striking examples."
08/15/2020 Tweet - ""He fought the good fight, he finished the course, he kept the faith." My dad passed away today at 100 years and almost 8 months. My siblings and I prayed The Lord's Prayer over him and sang Great is Thy Faithfulness. #FinallyHome"

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