We all share a common goal - we want our children to succeed.

Whether we knew many who died on September 11 or personally knew none, we all lost something on that day. Innocence. Security. A trust that our homeland would always be safe.

If we are to create tomorrow's jobs, we can't remain frozen in time in yesterday's tax system.

We live in a land like no other - a land of freedom and opportunity unparalleled on the face of the globe.

What we don't talk about enough is Ohio's unique and remarkable quality of life. We are a state of cities, small towns and growing suburbs where life is affordable and destinations within reach. There is no better place to raise a family.

We all share a common goal - we want our children to succeed.

What happened on September 11 compels us to focus on who we are as Americans, what we stand for, what really matters in our lives - family, friends, faith and freedom.