After much thought and prayer, I have come to my own personal conclusion that we shouldn't tell people who they can love or who they can marry.

We in Congress need to do everything possible to encourage and cultivate small businesses, so that they can expand and create jobs. Far too often, however, U.S. small businesses are impeded by government paperwork and bureaucratic red tape.

I need to be looking at what's important in North Carolina, and you better believe that's what I will do.

My faith guides my life.

I'm up for re-election in 2014, and yes I do plan to run for re-election.

The fabric of North Carolina and what makes our state so special is our families and our common desire for a brighter future for our children. No matter what your family looks like, we all want the same thing for our families - happiness, health, prosperity, a bright future for our children and grandchildren.

Well, I believe in God. I taught Sunday school.