I have always abhorred the word racism. I never use it.

I have no problems with private schools. I graduated from one and so did my mother.

We have a moral responsibility to protect the earth and ensure that our children and grandchildren have a healthy and sustainable environment in which to live.

An ability to compromise is important. That means stepping back and getting the ego out of the way in order to accomplish what you want to get done.

I'm heartened by the growing awareness of global warming among important communities and organizations in our nation.

Democrats are fighting for a new direction that includes protecting Social Security as well as making healthcare affordable, bringing down the high cost of gasoline, and making higher education more accessible for all Americans.

The President's call for more math and science students is not being heeded by his party's leaders in Congress. They are cutting over $10 billion from student aide while refusing to fully fund No Child Left Behind. Something doesn't add up.