Last month, the Iraqi people went to the polls, voting in their first free election in more than 50 years.

Throughout the history of our young nation, we have seen our military go bravely into battle, armed with courage and willing to make the ultimate sacrifice.

We have already seen evidence that, notwithstanding the addition of substantial resources, we are experiencing great stress in recruiting and not inconsequential retention problems.

As long as we're dependent on those fossil fuels, we're dependent on the Middle East. If we are not victims, we're certainly captives.

Americans have an expectation that the Postal Service will abide by its well-known, although unofficial, motto - a commitment to deliver.

As America celebrates Memorial Day, we pay tribute to those who have given their lives in our nation's wars.

We are particularly interested in the mental health programs and policies that support our troops and their families before, during, and after deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan.

Since far fewer people are recruited to serve in a voluntary military, the connection between America and its military is increasingly tenuous and less personal.

Aquatic invasive species are destroying the environment, damaging fisheries, and costing American taxpayers billions of dollars annually.

In the Armed Services Committee, we endeavored to put forth proposals that would help alleviate some of that stress, both for the troops and for their families.

One only has to look at the performance of the economy to understand how it shapes the perspective of America's youth about military service.

Jesus calls us to his rest, and meekness is His method. The meek man cares not at all who is greater than he, for he has long ago decided that the esteem of the world is not worth the effort.

I said I *liked* being half-educated

What is the real origin of my own anger? Is it the ego defending its territory, or is it something that has its source in the desire for the well-being of all? (73)

Love is the true wealth, which can do entirely without wealth.

Once you grow past Mommy and Daddy coming running when you're hurt, you're really on your own. You're alone, and there's no one to help you.

I would give you everything of myself. I would give you more in two weeks than most men would give you in a lifetime.

Being a leader is one thing I've never felt comfortable with. It's not my nature.

Whatever power I exert is collegial.

Growing up in music motivated me. I applied that to my education and it made me a better person.

Conservatism is itself a modernism, and in this lies the secret of its success.