Although I voted against the initial resolution approving the war in Iraq, I have consistently voted to support our troops with much-needed armor and supplies.

Obviously, it gave me a chance to see Barcelona. I won't deny that. But I also had a chance to see something in another country in terms of recycling and reusing nuclear material.

I will continue to support legislation that provides American families and Seniors affordable health care.

Health care should be affordable for everyone.

As a former high school teacher, I know that investing in education is one of the most important things we can do, not only for our children, but for the benefit of our whole community.

I will support legislation that benefits the American worker and prevents the outsourcing of American jobs.

Access to basic quality health care is one of the most important domestic issues facing our nation.