Aquatic invasive species are destroying the environment, damaging fisheries, and costing American taxpayers billions of dollars annually.

For the freedoms our founding fathers not only dreamed about, but made into reality. It is that same pursuit of freedom today that is helping to make our world a safer place.

We have already seen evidence that, notwithstanding the addition of substantial resources, we are experiencing great stress in recruiting and not inconsequential retention problems.

Last month, the Iraqi people went to the polls, voting in their first free election in more than 50 years.

As America celebrates Memorial Day, we pay tribute to those who have given their lives in our nation's wars.

But the fact is, Mr. Chairman, for all the challenges the Postal Service of the 21st century faces, it still retains its traditional place as a key cog in how American businesses conduct their affairs and how Americans all across this land communicate.

Since far fewer people are recruited to serve in a voluntary military, the connection between America and its military is increasingly tenuous and less personal.