Ill never forget Hurricane Katrina - the mix of a natural and a man-made catastrophe that resulted in the death of over 1,500 of our neighbors. Millions of folks were marked by the tragedy.

Keeping our kids engaged and in school must become a national priority.

There are a lot of stats and a strong correlation between dropout rates and crime as well as poverty.

Ive introduced eight bills to fight for support for our small businesses and ensure we get funding to rebuild public housing - among other things.

Leaving American disaster victims to languish is morally reprehensible and un-American.

High school dropout rates nationally - Not enough is being done on this issue.

Ill never forget Hurricane Katrina - the mix of a natural and a man-made catastrophe that resulted in the death of over 1,500 of our neighbors. Millions of folks were marked by the tragedy.