Had the United States not acted in Iraq, Libyan leader Muammar Qadhafi would likely not have declared his weapons programs, submitted to international inspections and voluntarily dismantled its programs.

On Jan. 30, millions of Iraqis will cast ballots in the country's first fair and free election in decades, marking continued progress in Iraq's transition toward a country built on the pillars of democracy and freedom for all.

It is in times of great tragedy when the true spirit of our wonderful country unites as one.

Estuaries are coastal bays, harbors, sounds and lagoons, places where rivers meet the sea.

Up to 80 percent of the fish that we catch spend at least part of their lives in estuaries.

Since the events of September 11, weve rightfully changed our military strategy so were now taking the fight to those individuals who aim to do us harm, rather than waiting for another atrocious attack to happen.

Not only is Rip Hamilton an outstanding basketball player, he is also known for giving back to his community.