Columns

The Appropriate Role of Government

October 30, 2014 Article

The request I hear most often from Third District constituents is to be left alone by the federal government. We understand there is a place for the federal government, but lately its priorities do not match the needs or wants of the American people.

Issues:

Budget, Economy, Jobs, Small Business, Taxes

Stopping the Spread of Ebola

October 23, 2014 Article

The Ebola epidemic is an ongoing tragedy with serious worldwide consequences. With the virus now in the United States, Americans naturally are concerned about what steps are being taken to prevent the further spread of this disease and to prepare for more cases.

Issues:

Defense, Health Care, Homeland Security

Addressing the Regulatory Barriers to Success

October 10, 2014 Article

There are many barriers to our increased financial and economic success including time, capital, and taxes. One of the hidden obstacles to economic growth is the built-in cost of federal regulations on the products we buy and costs of living.

Issues:

Economy, Jobs, Rural Development

The Largest Agriculture District in America

October 2, 2014 Article

The economy, culture, and values of rural America are largely shaped by agriculture. This is especially true of Nebraska’s Third Congressional District.

Issues:

Agriculture, Economy, Jobs, Rural Development, Small Business

A Call to Support Ukraine

September 26, 2014 Article

On September 18th I had the honor of attending a historic address to a joint meeting of the House of Representatives and the Senate by President Petro Poroshenko of Ukraine.

Issues:

Defense, Homeland Security