Americans have been given goals to achieve in Iraq, but not the standards by which to measure progress. And the only assurance Americans have been given that we can reach those goals is to trust the President and his Administration at their word.

If we do not provide education for every single American, we are consigning those without an education to second-class status.

I see the policy of opposing same-sex marriages or unions, whatever you call it, as bigotry or discrimination.

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

And how the government communicates about homeland security is central to how the public responds.

Democrats believe that government should reflect the sense of community that Americans demonstrated after Katrina - the sense of community that has defined and united America throughout its history.

So if we are really concerned about generating more taxes, we ought to be investing in our people, not taking away the kinds of resources that contribute to their ability to become greater taxpayers in this country.