Wilderness is not defined by the absence of certain activities, but rather by the presence of certain unique and invaluable characteristics.

But through world wars and a Great Depression, through painful social upheaval and a Cold War, and now through the attacks of September 11, 2001, our Nation has indeed survived.

Today, our actions must be motivated only by our intense desire to achieve a just and lasting peace. The compassion and charity of the American people should be reflected in this legislation, though sadly, they are silenced.

The spirit of Christmas is - and hopefully always will be - about goodwill and generosity to others and peace on earth.

The President's announcement sounded less like a national energy plan than like a page from an election-year play book. This Administration's plan to reduce obscene oil company profits is to regulate them less.

Over the last six years, airlines have experienced severe financial pressure to leave smaller communities, making demands on the EAS program even greater.

A resilient people cherishing liberty and equality and the rule of law will endure.