Columns
March 11, 2016
With the death of Nancy Reagan, America mourns the loss of yet another champion of conservatism. This exemplary First Lady and her husband, President Ronald Reagan, inspired the world through their love and devotion to one another and to their country.
March 4, 2016
Whether I am talking with high school seniors, parents of college students, or recent graduates starting to repay their student loans, many Nebraskans express concerns to me about the rising costs of higher education.
Issues:EducationWays & Means
February 26, 2016
One of the most beneficial steps we can take to grow our economy is to reform our broken, outdated tax code. International tax reform is an important part of this overhaul to make the United States a more competitive place to invest and create jobs.
Issues:TaxesWays & Means
February 19, 2016
It is important for Third District students to feel connected to their government, and their feedback is invaluable. I hope young Nebraskans will take advantage of the opportunities available through my office and actively engage with me about their ideas for America’s future.
February 12, 2016
President Obama made his final budget request to Congress this week. At $4.1 trillion, it is the most expensive budget proposal in history.
February 5, 2016
The United States once again did not make the list of the top ten freest economies in the world, according to the 2016 Index of Economic Freedom just released by the Heritage Foundation and the Wall Street Journal. Declining economic freedom cannot become the status quo for our great nation.
January 29, 2016
Speaking with nearly 200 young farmers and ranchers from across our state recently reinforced to me how bright the future looks for Nebraska agriculture.
January 22, 2016
During my travels around the Third District this week, I thought often of those traveling from our state to Washington, D.C. for the March for Life. I will continue to stand with you and defend those who cannot defend themselves.
Issues:Health Care
January 15, 2016
Though the President’s State of the Union address was largely out of touch with the challenges our country faces, I remain optimistic we can reverse many of the failures of this administration’s agenda both here at home and around the world.
January 8, 2016
President Obama has too often disregarded the Constitution to pursue his agenda, from the expansion of federal regulatory jurisdiction over local waterways to his government takeover of health care. His announcement this week of an executive order to restrict gun ownership is one of the most blatant abuses of power to date.
Issues:Second Amendment