Healthcare costs are rising due to Obamacare.

In the U.S. Senate, in the short term we need to reduce the tax burden on hard working individuals, families, and small businesses.

When we do go to combat, it should be with a defined mission and a plan for withdrawal.

I don't know the science behind climate change. I can't say one way or another what is the direct impact, whether it's man-made or not. I've heard arguments from both sides, but I do believe in protecting our environment, but without the job killing regulations that are coming out of the Environmental Protection Agency.

Over the longer term, we need to work toward a pro-growth tax code that is fairer and simpler than what we have now. Anything that meets those criteria is going to be better than the failing and dysfunctional tax code we have today.

As a veteran, I believe we have a responsibility to take care of all our men and women who have served - and I will fight to fix the crisis at the Veterans Administration caused by negligent leadership in Washington.

As a soldier and combat veteran, I believe American military forces should only be used in the defense and furtherance of our nation's vital interests.