My state has the highest child poverty rate in all of New England, above the national average.

I believe that successfully addressing our national security needs while protecting our basic freedoms and civil liberties requires continual Congressional oversight, and I will continue to work to assert the role of this body in carrying out this grave responsibility.

Terrorism is a psychological warfare. Terrorists try to manipulate us and change our behavior by creating fear, uncertainty, and division in society.

In the last 5 years, American employers have lost over $150 billion of productivity to depression alone. That is more than the GDP of 28 different States during the same period.

Facts are, insurance ratings are really dependent on the notion that some people are higher risk than others.

You don't fight cancer with grants, or heart disease with grants.

I am a recovering alcoholic.