Instead of sitting on the sidelines, President Obama has made it clear that the US is ready to lead a global effort to combat climate change.

American people aren't interested in the procedural analysis. What they want is an up and down vote. They deserve an up and down vote on health care.

If left unchecked, global change will create violent conflict, torrential storms, shrinking coastlines, and irreversible catastrophe.

My goal in the new administration is to engage all of the stakeholders, everyone who can help us meet the challenges of the 21st century, and ensure that we work together.

The world it changing very quickly and we can't wait another 50 years!

Instead of sitting on the sidelines, President Obama has made it clear that the US is ready to lead a global effort to combat climate change.

My daughter is, of course, perfect. Everyone's child is, but mine really is perfect. But I could not have raised her without my parents. From the time she was seven months until now, I have been a single parent.