My first job was cleaning sheep pens.

I know that many students take personal responsibility for their education and succeed as a result. I want them to know they are not alone - that Nevada's system can and will support them.

I worked my way through law school.

We must remind Americans that the promise of opportunity remains unbroken - that every person in this great nation can succeed through hard work, courage and personal responsibility.

I am proud of my heritage and my family.

Unemployment, foreclosures, bankruptcy - the cure is not more government spending, but helping businesses create jobs.

I don't think it's any secret I've never been an advocate for the Affordable Care Act.