Columns
August 15, 2014
As I’ve traveled the Third District during the August work period, I have heard from many Nebraskans about the regulatory burdens affecting their lives and livelihoods.
Issues:AgricultureEconomyEnergy
August 7, 2014
For rural America, access to commercial air service is more than a convenience; it helps connect us to the rest of the nation and encourages economic growth.
August 1, 2014
The Constitution of the United States has served our nation well since its adoption in 1789. This document defines the roles and limits of three separate but equal branches of government, and includes checks and balances to prevent any branch from gaining too much power.
July 25, 2014
President Ronald Reagan is known for ending the Cold War without armed conflict with the Soviet Union through a policy of Peace through Strength.
Issues:DefenseHomeland Security
July 18, 2014
In recent weeks, I have heard from many Nebraskans concerned by the growing crisis at our southern border. The problem of illegal immigration is nothing new, but this year there has been a surge of tens of thousands of unaccompanied children mostly from Central America crossing into our country.
Issues:Immigration
July 3, 2014
Increasing international trade to boost our economy and benefit consumers is a rare bipartisan goal in Washington.
June 27, 2014
The investigation into allegations the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) targeted conservative groups for political purposes recently took a surprising turn.
Issues:TaxesWays & Means
June 20, 2014
In recent weeks, an Al-Qaeda inspired group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS) has quickly seized control of several cities in Northern Iraq including military facilities, banks, and even a major oil refinery.
Issues:DefenseHomeland Security
June 13, 2014
Earlier this year President Obama proclaimed in his State of the Union Address his intention to go around Congress, highlighting a long pattern of overreach by the Executive branch.