Columns

February 18, 2011

The White House spent last week describing President Obama's budget as historic. Unfortunately, his proposal was neither inspiring nor compelling, and as a result, it was met with bipartisan opposition.

Issues:BudgetEconomyJobsTaxes

Following Reagan's Lead on Regulation

February 11, 2011

Columns

This month we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birthday of President Ronald Reagan. We not only celebrate his life, but also, and more importantly, the legacy he left to America and the world.

Issues:EconomyJobs

Farmers and Ranchers: America's First Conservationists

February 4, 2011

Columns

Farmers and ranchers remain our nation's first conservationists. Nebraska's farmers and ranchers recognize the responsibility of good stewardship toward their land.

Issues:AgricultureRural Development

From Time to Time...

January 28, 2011

Columns

Recently, President Barack Obama fulfilled his duty as outlined by the Constitution and presented his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress.

Issues:BudgetEconomyTaxesTrade

The Time to Repeal and Replace is Now

January 21, 2011

Columns

In direct opposition to the wishes of the American people, last year Congress passed into law the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Issues:EconomyHealth CareJobsWays & Means

Access to Representatives an Absolute Necessity

January 14, 2011

Columns

Beyond representing Nebraskans on legislative matters, a significant part of my job is helping improve the federal government's accessibility and responsiveness when addressing the needs of Third District residents.

Starting the 112th Congress off Right

January 7, 2011

Columns

It happens every two year. Another session of Congress is sworn-in. Sometimes the majority party retains control. Sometimes, like this year, the previous minority party wins enough seats to retake the majority.

Issues:BudgetEconomyJobs

New Year's Resolution: Protecting Your Identity

December 31, 2010

Columns

One resolution we should all make a priority is taking steps to protect our identity from cyber-thieves.

Christmas Greetings

December 24, 2010

Columns

I want to take this week's column to wish all Nebraskans a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. During this time of year our thoughts and prayers go out to the men and women who risk their lives to defend our freedoms.

'Tis the Season to Fight Higher Energy Prices

December 17, 2010

Columns

American families are preparing for the holiday season, and doing so by paying the highest fuel prices in two years. Nationwide, gas prices are a hair's breadth from $3.00 a gallon and they are clocking in at $2.99 in Nebraska.

Issues:Energy