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FMC was thrilled to feature @RepShreve & @RepJillTokuda for their first program as Co-Chair of CSGJ! The pair discussed their hopes for CSGJ and the U.S.-Japan relationship in a conversation with outgoing Co-Chair @RepDianaDeGette. We’re grateful for their insights & leadership!

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FMC mourns the loss of Former Member Sid Morrison (R-WA, 1981-1993). Morrison was known for reaching across the aisle and his love for Washington, serving in both the state House and Senate and later as the state Secretary of Transportation. Our thoughts are with his loved ones.

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FMC grieves the passing of Former Member Dr. G. William Whitehurst (R-VA, 1969-1987). Dr. Whitehurst dedicated his life to public service as a veteran, educator, and congressman, and was known for his bipartisan approach to problem solving. Our thoughts are with his loved ones.

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FMC was proud to partner with @koreasociety and @Columbia_APEC for a panel on the 120th Congress and how the midterm results might impact our alliances abroad. Thank you to Former Members John Katko & Kathy Manning, & moderator Leonard Steinhorn for a truly insightful discussion!

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FMC grieves the passing of Former Senator Jay Rockefeller (D-WV, 1985-2015). Rockefeller was known for his desire to help the less fortunate and his work to improve healthcare access for all Americans, from children to veterans to coal miners. He will be deeply missed.

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FMC completed our first visit to Japan with Former Members of Congress! Our bipartisan delegation met with corporate & government leaders, & university students from across the country, to discuss the upcoming U.S. elections. We thank the @JapanFoundation for this opportunity!

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Former Rep. John Katko (R-NY, 2015-2023) and former @RepKManning (D-NC, 2021-2025) analyze 2026 U.S. midterm election results and implications for the dynamic U.S.-ROK relationship.

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📆 Nov 5 @ 6PM EDT
📍 The Korea Society | Livestream
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Last night, FMC hosted a virtual panel on the upcoming Texas Senate Race for Sumners Foundation scholars. This race is one of the closest and most expensive in state history, and we thank @RepJulieJohnson, the Hon. Van Taylor, and @EllyDearman for joining us to dive into it!

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Earlier this month, FMC traveled to Korea with a delegation of Former Members to learn more about the history, government, and economy of one of our strongest allies in the Indo-Pacific. We’re grateful to the Jay Kim ROK-U.S. Institute for helping make this tradition possible!

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We’re thrilled to be traveling with our first Former Member delegation to Japan! Thank you to @JapanFoundation for making this trip possible and hosting us for an opening conversation to kick off our visit. We’re excited to spend the week discussing the upcoming U.S. midterms!

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This weekend FMC President-Elect @DennisRossSEU spoke to college students at @uptousnews Leadership Workshop in DC about Gen Z involvement in politics & advocacy organizing, as part of our ongoing partnership with @pgpfoundation focused on national debt & fiscal responsibility

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FMC grieves the passing of Former Member James Nelligan (R-PA, 1981-1983). A veteran who served in Japan following WWII, Nelligan remained devoted to public service throughout his life and held multiple positions in state and federal agencies. Our hearts go out to his loved ones.

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FMC was thrilled to return to Dallas for our annual Sumners Foundation Policy Weekend! We’re grateful to the Former Members who joined us to speak with over 50 undergrad & law students from across TX and OK about politics & elections – we’re already looking forward to next year!

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FMC mourns the loss of Former Member Pat Saiki (R-HI, 1987-1991). Saiki was a trailblazer who dedicated her life to public service: as a teacher, as a State Representative and State Senator, & as head of the US Small Business Administration. Our thoughts are with her loved ones.

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We were grateful to be joined by members of DC’s diplomatic and business communities to listen to @celindalake, @WhitAyres, @SalvantoCBS, & Leonard Steinhorn share their insights into polls and voter trends ahead of the midterms! Proud to facilitate timely discussions like this.

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A special thanks to our wonderful speakers from the service for their impactful words: @SpeakerJohnson, @SpeakerPelosi, @RepHaridopolos, @DonnaFEdwards, @DennisRossSEU, Hon. Bart Gordon, & @CapitolHistory's Don Carlson. Click to watch the full service: https://t.co/Y02mrK3qRA

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FMC was honored to host our 11th annual Memorial Service in recognition of the 36 Members of Congress who passed away in the last year. This event is one of our most cherished, and we’re grateful for everyone who joined us to remember the lives and legacies of these individuals.

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FMC is saddened to learn of the passing of Former Senator Jon Kyl (R-AZ, H:1987-1995, S: 1995-2013, 2018). Kyl was a hard working and thoughtful leader throughout his three decades in Congress & rose to the position of Senate minority whip. Our thoughts are with his loved ones.

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Capitol Hill Memorial Service for Former Members of Congress – LIVE at 6pm ET on C-SPAN3 https://t.co/LKoaG7tRXW

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Former lawmakers, as well as current Rep. Glenn F. Ivey, D-Md., marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks in an event organized by the Association of Former Members of Congress.
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