To be clear. I believe in evolution and trust scientists on global warming. Call me crazy.

I come from a long line of saloon keepers and proselytizers, and I draw from both sides.

In a day and age of global competition and instantaneous financial flows, you have to be highly sensitive to the way in which tax policy impacts your overall competitiveness as a country.

America is the primary engine of growth in the world and we are the only beacon of free trade left, and open markets.

When America closes its doors, so does everybody else.

I was criticized at some level within the Republican Party by those who say government should not be in the economic development business at all. My response is that the only country I know that doesn't have an economic development plan is Papa New Guinea.

To be clear. I believe in evolution and trust scientists on global warming. Call me crazy.