Columns

March 18, 2011

In a speech on March 9, 2010, then Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi said of ObamaCare, "...we have to pass the bill so that you can find out what is in it." Unfortunately, she was right.

Issues:EconomyHealth CareJobs

Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders

March 11, 2011

Columns

One of the most important steps we can take to help solve problems is to provide opportunities for young Nebraskans to receive education and training which will equip them to make a difference in our communities.

Issues:Defense

Easing Pain at the Pump

March 4, 2011

Columns

The average price of gas soared last week to $3.38 a gallon, 68 cents higher than this time a year ago. With unrest continuing in the Middle East, it is likely energy costs will continue to rise.

Issues:EconomyEnergyJobsRural Development

The Committee on Ways & Means and You

February 25, 2011

Columns

With its roots dating back to 1789, the Committee on Ways and Means is the oldest committee in the U.S. House of Representatives, and in fact, most of its jurisdiction is derived directly from our Constitution.

Issues:EconomyJobsTaxesTradeWays & Means

The Fallacy of President Obama's Budget

February 18, 2011

Columns

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.