And there should not be a limit on the creation of new public schools. We ought to expand choices for parents.

Despite these hurdles, manufacturers in the U.S. and their employees are doing remarkable work.

Ive been in the legislative branch and now the executive branch and in each case I felt it was important we use our constitutional responsibilities to the fullest.

The current Michigan Constitution was written in 1961 and 62.

I'm a compassionate conservative.

The Clean Michigan Initiative has been and continues to be a success.

Senator Allen has long been a leader on competitiveness issues in the Senate and as governor of Virginia. His announcement of the Competitiveness Caucus comes as great news to the nation's manufacturers. We support every item on this agenda and will work with Senator Allen and others to make it a reality. The time has come for Congress to recognize the vital role manufacturing plays in American life and do what it can to strengthen our ability to compete in the global marketplace.