I believe transparency in government is key to restoring our nations faith in its elected leaders.

There is no greater call to service than that of our brave men and women who serve our country in combat across the globe.

The Senate is extremely slow: They have enormous difficulty passing the bills that even get through the House. That's the reality that I've recognized in my two years: that it takes time to change the world.

I realize that for many New Yorkers, this is the first time you've heard my name, and you don't know much about me. Over these next two years you will get to know me, but more importantly, I will get to know you.

As a 10-year-old girl, I would listen to my grandmother discuss issues, and she made a lasting impression on me.

I believe transparency in government is key to restoring our nations faith in its elected leaders.

The story we hear over and over again is: Boy in science class, very nice to the girl, says, "Please come to our party on Saturday night." She, of course, shows up. He hands her two, three, four, five drinks. She becomes so inebriated he says, "You can sleep it off in my room. It'll be safe." Or, "I'll walk you home." It's all premeditated with the intention of having sex with that woman without her consent when she's passed out. It's a huge issue.