Foreign trade clearly holds down the cost of products we buy.

We need to get serious about combating gang violence on Long Island, and the entire nation.

The fact is that America relies on Amtrak to move people.

In my district, the budget scales back and eliminates several long-term shore protection projects important to the safety and economic security of Long Island.

We need to send a clear message to gang members that violent crime will not be tolerated.

Transportation spending is a win-win proposition.

As a personal beneficiary of the service that Amtrak provides and as someone who represents a congressional district that counts on safe, reliable rail service, I am a strong supporter of providing this vital industry the funding necessary to continue operations.