I grew up learning to do more with less.

I have always been an independent voice for the folks in my district.

In Congress, I was a relentless advocate for fiscal responsibility.

I will not support efforts that kill jobs in my district and lack provisions for responsibly transitioning us toward a clean-energy economy.

Gabby Giffords was a mentor of mine in the state Legislature and also in Congress.

We need to find a balance between protecting our local economies while pursuing the longer-term goal of producing clean, affordable and reliable power.

I believe we must protect Medicares guaranteed benefit, and I will oppose any effort to dismantle Medicare and turn it into a voucher system.