One way we gave small businesses more money to invest was by extending tax provisions on expensing. This allows businesses to immediately write off things like equipment, without being burdened by depreciation requirements.

Today, nearly 40 percent of a senior's healthcare spending is on pharmaceutical medications.

Our economy is creating jobs and giving businesses the conditions they need to invest and succeed.

Too many employers have said that they are unable to find skilled workers.

She has all the qualities of leadership, except followers.

Trade creates jobs and lifts people out of poverty. And when that happens, societies stabilize and grow. And there is nothing like a stable society to fight terrorism and strengthen democracy, freedom and rule of law.

Our world has evolved and grown more technologically savvy. Lawmakers need to adjust to these changes.