Veterans
It is incumbent upon the American people to remember at all times the accomplishments and sacrifices of the men and women who have are serving and have served in the American military forces. More...

Education
A strong public education system is essential so that there is equal opportunity in this country. The two most important elements necessary for educational success are morale and commitment—on the part of teachers, students, parents, and administrators. We need as a society to express our respect for educators and to see education as a goal in itself and not just as a means to produce trained workers and consumers. More...

Environment
It is essential that we study the effects of human activity upon the environment and strive to minimize the consequences. More...

Health Care
Controlling the viruses that threaten human health has been a major component of my professional life. I perceive another health care-related threat to Americans. As I have traveled throughout the 4th Congressional District, I have repeatedly heard stories about the loss of manufacturing jobs, small businesses and farms because of the high cost of health care, health benefits and health insurance. Bringing these under control will create and preserve jobs in the United States. More...

Integrity and Accountability
Restoring integrity and accountability to the government of the United States of America. More...

Freedoms and Language
At the core of Orwell's political system were four critical elements-the use of perpetual war for political purposes, the control of human sexuality, the cult of personality and antipersonality, and the abuse of language and history. More...

Immigration
I believe that current laws against employing illegal immigrants need to be enforced. New technologies that can enhance border security and employer's abilities to identify illegal immigrants should be deployed. NAFTA, a poorly designed free-trade agreement, gave away American sovereignty and increased illegal immigration to the United States. More...

Rights of Gun Owners
As I have traveled around the district meeting veterans, visiting County fairs and talking with people in their neighborhoods I have been asked about my positions on gun ownership. Many people have also written to me with their questions. I would like to take this opportunity to present my position to the public. I have just a few simple principles. More...

The American Worker
Fighting to defend the American worker in the face of unjust economic policies. More...

U.S. Democracy
Promoting the American tradition of Democracy and plurality in government. More...