I Came To Congress To Help Reduce

Gang Violence In America Is Not A Sudden Problem. It Has Been A Part Of Urban Life For Years, Offering An Aggressive Definition And Identity To Those Seeking A Place To Belong In The Chaos Of Large Metropolitan Areas.

While Some Sit On The Sidelines And Fail To Offer Any Practical Solutions To Address High Gas Prices Now, The House Is Once Again Taking Action To Meet The Energy Needs Of The American People.

Ensuring Americans Have Access To Adequate Medical Care Should Be A Priority For All Of Us.

Going Forward, As We Work To Strengthen Our Border In The Interests Of Homeland Security, We Must Also Recognize The Economic Importance Of Immigration Reform.

I Believe That Everyone Can Appreciate The Right Of A Family To Grieve The Loss Of A Loved One In Peace, Regardless Of Anyone's Position On The War In Iraq And Afghanistan.