The strength of the nation ultimately depends upon the strength of family and community.

We need a new health care architecture that will reduce costs, improve outcomes, and protect vulnerable persons.

The House of Representatives should not be locked down by the decided play of a few in leadership.

Based on my experience, I believe that Ben Sasse has the right policy background, a notable commitment to public service - and, perhaps most importantly, the courage - to help renew our country.

Do you see dignity & grace as a state of emotional and spiritual being or a physical projection of courage and class? Perhaps they describe both.

I wanted to make people think, to open their minds, to give them a full picture of what was happening in Iraq so they can decide whether they supported our presence there.

Still waters run deep.

I need a visa in almost 38 countries, which means an American has more access into Africa than myself.

Except when you're marching to war, it's not a very optimistic thought, is it? In other words, it's the opposite of optimistic when you're thinking you're going to war.

I don't think anyone is closer to the voters in Washington than members of the House of Representatives.

If you want to live a life free of regret, there is an option open to you. It's called a lobotomy.

I can't but say it is an awkward sight To see one's native land receding through The growing waters; it unmans one quite, Especially when life is rather new.

There's a much bigger picture beyond surfing, its part of an ocean culture. Everything comes back to Mother Nature. Surfing is a way of connecting, and saying thanks.