Columns

Advancing the Regulation Rewind

August 15, 2014 Article

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:

Agriculture, Economy, Energy

Addressing Challenges to Rural Air Service

August 7, 2014 Article

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.

Issues:

Rural Development, Transportation

Defending the Constitution

August 1, 2014 Article

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.

American Leadership Needed in the World

July 25, 2014 Article

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:

Defense, Homeland Security

Crisis at the Border

July 18, 2014 Article

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