Congress is headed in the wrong direction with this bill which removes any and all incentives from the food industry to improve their products for children.

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.

Rosa Parks' courage, determination, and tenacity continue to be an inspiration to all those committed to non-violent protest and change nearly half a century later.

I’m a Congressman, and can do whatever I want

With more than 1,300 sites of care, VA operates the largest integrated health care system in the county

Studies indicate that these children are more susceptible to advertising and even less likely to understand the purpose of this advertising.

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.