What is required from members of Congress and the public alike is a new spirit of devotion to the national welfare beyond party or self-interest.

I love working for the people of Indiana. I love helping our citizens make the most of their lives, but I do not love Congress.

Families and businesses are tightening their belts to make ends meet - and Washington should too.

Mothers - especially single mothers - are heroic in their efforts to raise our nation's children, but men must also take responsibility for their children and recognize the impact they have on their families' well-being.

In recent years, we have seen technology advance at lightning speed, allowing us to accomplish lifesaving feats never imagined before. It is our responsibility to ensure that these advances are used for positive medical breakthroughs, and not allowed to restrict rights or limit access to health insurance or job opportunities.

If I could create one job in the private sector by helping to grow a business, that would be one more than Congress has created in the last six months.

What is required from members of Congress and the public alike is a new spirit of devotion to the national welfare beyond party or self-interest.