I would rather be known as ‘Jim Kolbe, the trade expert in Congress who happens to be gay,’ rather than ‘Jim Kolbe, gay congressman from Arizona.’
About Jim Kolbe
James Thomas Kolbewas an American politician who served as a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives. He represented Arizona’s 5th congressional district from 1985 to 2003 and its 8th congressional district from 2003 to 2007.
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I do favor guest workers, H1B visas and student visas.
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I would rather be known as ‘Jim Kolbe, the trade expert in Congress who happens to be gay,’ rather than ‘Jim Kolbe, gay congressman from Arizona.’
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I’ve never denied my sexual orientation. I just don’t make a point of it. It isn’t what I do. Clearly, I’m known for the work I’ve done on trade and Social Security.
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