People are working harder and harder than ever before and barely staying in place.

It's traditionally not federal policy to fund state and local salaries. It's done sometimes on a temporary basis or a grant basis. But it's not often done. And the reason is clear, because the federal government can't continue in perpetuity these programs.

If we hold true to our ideals and our commitment to freedom, this generation of servicemen and women will have extended liberty to the Iraqi people, just as previous generations of Americans have all across the globe.

We need a defense budget that's big enough to sustain an increase in the size of the Army.

Replacing General McChrystal with David Petraeus was a good first step, but more will be needed.

I've always believed the two best anti-poverty programs are work and marriage.

We should not allow wealthy people, including corporate criminals, to hide their assets and avoid paying their bills.