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.

One in seven Americans lives without health insurance, and that's a truly staggering figure.

Throughout the history of our young nation, we have seen our military go bravely into battle, armed with courage and willing to make the ultimate sacrifice.

In the Armed Services Committee, we endeavored to put forth proposals that would help alleviate some of that stress, both for the troops and for their families.

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.

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

Americans have an expectation that the Postal Service will abide by its well-known, although unofficial, motto - a commitment to deliver.