My hope is that we continue to do an even better job in terms of our nation's energy policy, so that we may even further reduce our reliance on foreign sources of oil and take better care of our environment in the process.

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.

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

One only has to look at the performance of the economy to understand how it shapes the perspective of America's youth about military service.

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

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.

The more we focus on using renewable fuels, the less we are dependent upon foreign oil.