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How to use the word firsthand in a Sentence? Page #5

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Chairman Gowdy has not contacted me, other Democratic members, or anyone on our staff about his proposal to release these documents, nor has he contacted the State Department to clarify why its production of Benghazi-related emails might have differences from Mr. Blumenthal's production of Libya-related documents, (Blumenthal's) deposition may further the Select Committee's inquest of Secretary Clinton, but it won't bring us any new information about the Benghazi attacks because the witness appears not to have any firsthand knowledge about them.

Elijah Cummings

Found on CNN
8 years ago

The administration's decree to unilaterally expand federal authority is a raw and tyrannical power grab that will crush jobs, these leaders know firsthand that the rule is being shoved down the throats of hardworking people with no input, and places landowners, small businesses, farmers, and manufacturers on the road to a regulatory and economic hell.

House Speaker John Boehner

Found on CNN
8 years ago

She has an opportunity to wield tremendous power and influence. That can't be overstated. I have seen firsthand how audiences respond to her, big and small, she is going to be a tremendous asset.

Maria Cardona

Found on CNN
9 years ago

People are like ‘Oh I’m so sorry you’re going through this,’ but honestly, I don’t think people get to see how much their mom loves them firsthand like this, and I’ve got tangible proof in the form of my daughter because [my mom] saved her life, it’s been tough but it’s amazing and it’s really brought our family close together.

Kate Boddie

Found on FOX News
9 years ago

I think it makes sense for her to go visit Baltimore and get a firsthand look at the situation.

Van Hollen

Found on CNN
9 years ago

They saw firsthand how mood and behavioral problems impact a man and a family, it would have been awfully nice if the NFL — who could well afford it — had allowed CTE to be compensated.

Lawyer Thomas Demetrio

Found on FOX News
9 years ago

It's also personal to me because I've cared for many patients over the years who have suffered from asthma and have seen firsthand how frightening it can be to suddenly be wheezing and fighting for every breath, asthma can be very difficult for patients, but also for their families. The impacts of climate change could make the situation worse.

Vivek Murthy

Found on CNN
9 years ago

Cruise Critic's community of cruisers is the largest in the world, so to be named to this list is truly an honor, of the thousands of reviews we received in 2014, these ships represent the best-of-the-best, qualified by travelers who have sailed firsthand and shared their experiences once they returned.

Spencer Brown

Found on CNN
9 years ago

I lived overseas in the Carter era when we saw firsthand what it was like to see the United States, this incredible country, lose respect of countries because of a weak and vacillating foreign policy.

Jeb Bush

Found on CNN
9 years ago

While I know there have been critics, I felt that, more often than not, this film touches on many of the emotions and experiences that I've heard firsthand from military families over these past few years, here's why a movie like this is important: see, the vast majority of Americans will never see these stories. They will never grasp these issues on an emotional level without portrayals like this.

Michelle Obama

Found on CNN
9 years ago

Everybody on the outside can tell me I'm crazy, but I lived on the inside and saw it firsthand.

Kurt Busch

Found on FOX News
9 years ago

I also spent 5 years on airborne status, serving as the surgeon for service members in some of our most elite military units, so I have seen firsthand the intensity of their training.

Tad Gerlinger

Found on FOX News
9 years ago

It hit my heart because I know what it feels like with this upcoming season and you don’t have your father around, i know firsthand what you’re feeling.

Emerald Snipes-Garner

Found on FOX News
9 years ago

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