I've learned from being in the woods that titles don't mean much and that actions speak a lot louder than words - even in Congress. I always look for the people who want to act - people who want to run the river or climb the mountain - even if they're not members of my political party.

Reform is not for the short-winded. I'm committed to making sure the Senate is more than just a graveyard for good ideas.

Truth be told, I'm much more comfortable in a pair of hiking boots or with a rack of climbing gear than in front of a laptop.

I haven't inherited the earth from my parents, I am borrowing it from my children.

President Ford was a devoted, decent man of impeccable integrity who put service to his country before his own self interest. He helped heal our nation during a time of crisis, provided steady leadership and restored people's faith in the presidency and in government.

There is no question that we must do more to secure our borders - but how we go about securing them is also important.

Genuine dialogue, not rhetorical bomb-throwing, leads to progress.