According to the American Heart Association, the prevalence of hypertension in African Americans in the United States is among the highest in the world.

As a regent, I hope to bring that important perspective of a typical family visitor in combination with my background as a Member of Congress and a proponent of the Smithsonian's efforts to reach all Americans.

According to the American Heart Association, the prevalence of hypertension in African Americans in the United States is among the highest in the world.

I hate to say it but I think it has become very obvious that our system for devising trade agreements, so very important to this country's functioning around the world, has not only broken, but it has broken completely.

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the first use of alcohol typically begins at age 12.

Before we put an American in harm's way, tell us why. No one wants to see the region descend into further chaos. There's a lot of concern about getting embroiled in another Vietnam and ... about sending American troops once again to fight someone else's war.

The good news is that parents are the leading influence on kids decision not to drink alcohol.