One of the essential elements of government responsibility is to communicate effectively to the American people, especially in time of a potential terrorist attack or a natural disaster.

Ukraine is also successfully moving toward democracy and making progress expanding freedoms and rights to its people. We can help Ukraine achieve these goals and improve its economy by normalizing trade relations.

I won't tolerate lying.

The Staten Island Ferry remains a potential terrorist target.

Hamas is responsible for countless homicide bombings that have killed hundreds of Israeli citizens. They have waged a terror war with the sole intent of murdering innocent people.

I think the Bush tax cuts should be made permanent.

Ukraine has been a strong partner to the United States on international initiatives and a committed ally in fighting the War on Terrorism.