Unfortunately, my district like many others across the country has a problem with gangs, which is why I introduced this amendment

Childhood obesity is best tackled at home through improved parental involvement, increased physical exercise, better diet and restraint from eating.

I've never been a passive person. I've always felt that, if you think something should be changed, it's your responsibility to actively pursue that change.

Unfortunately, my district like many others across the country has a problem with gangs, which is why I introduced this amendment

However, don't let these statistics mislead you, gang violence is not limited to California and or big urban areas - that might have been true a while ago but it is no longer the case today.

As Congress continues to debate ways to address illegal immigration, we must remember the many hard-working legal immigrants that contribute so much to our nation's economy and culture.

However, as a parent, as a grandparent, as a former educator, I know that these practices alone when we are dealing with young children are insufficient. We will never control this rising epidemic without greater accountability from the food industry.