Is there decency left in American politics?

I can describe, and I've always been able to describe, what Republicans stand for in eight words, and the eight words are lower taxes, less government, strong defense and family values.

This galloping concentration in broadcast ownership is unhealthy.

I came into American politics and into this political system proud of politics and the way we make decisions.

People habitat has to take priority over bird habitat.

Nowhere in this country should we have laws that permit drinking and driving or drinking in vehicles that are on American highways. This is not rocket science. We know how to prevent this, and 36 states do.

Working hard and working smart sometimes can be two different things.