I think many times our Government has greeted suspicious conduct by the Saudis with a wink and a nod.

It is also amazing to me the political power of the Saudis on Capitol Hill.

Our war on terrorism is not a war against Islam.

I think it is important for us to keep that front and center in this conversation.

Our dependence on their oil has led us to... conclusions we wouldn't reach in relation to any other nation.

the majority of those in service to our country are married with families.

about 60 percent of the servicemen now in the war zone in Iraq have families back home.

I am not a Democrat who believes that we can or should defend every government program just because it is there. The Export-Import Bank has become little more than a fund for corporate welfare, but if we hope to meet the challenges of our…

I rise today to commend Shipman Elevator Company's chemical plant in Shipman, IL, for winning a 1999 Environmental Respect Award from Dealer Progress Magazine.

They also routinely conduct training and education classes for all of their employees to ensure the completion of environmental and efficiency goals.

I would like to express my gratitude to Shipman Elevator Company for producing agriculture products that are environmentally respected.

Shipman Elevator Company has taken pro-active steps to ensure that their operations are safe and environmentally sound.

I would like to thank Ralph Hettick for being a true example of what a great citizen can do for our country.

I rise before you today to express my heartfelt gratitude and admiration for Ralph Hettick.

His commitment to the country is demonstrated by his service in the infantry during World War II as well as his continued patriotism.

Ralph's patriotism is evident in his constant urging for children to respect the flag and our country.

The issue of consumer protection, whether it relates to telemarketing fraud or sweepstakes deception is finally receiving the attention it deserves.

I would be remiss if I did not thank my colleagues who have sponsored honesty in sweepstakes legislation in the House.