And this simply cannot stand, it cannot be the case--if, in fact, we are a Government with few and defined powers, it cannot be the case that we can regulate anything and everything.

We continue to expand the federal criminal code, we continue to expand the number of federal inmates we have.

I congratulate Scott Walker on his victory in Wisconsin. Governor Walker has demonstrated over the past year what sound fiscal policies can do to turn an economy around. And I believe that in November voters across the country will…

George W. Bush was at the White House for the unveiling of his painting last week, and you know, that was an easy -- he's always an easy target. And so he's blamed. Although after three and a half years people have figured out this is…

Can you comment on what these 'other' activities are and what challenges for policymakers are presented by having so much of the TANF expenditures unknown?

I would like you to comment on that statistic. And also, do you believe it was the intention of members of Congress and President Clinton that, in over a decade and a half since welfare reform, more than half the welfare caseload would be…

Leaders cannot lead if they are hungry. Inventors cannot invent if they are homeless.

The United States must have a strong social safety net, and it is not just for the sake of having one.

Our Nation is only as great as the least among us.

I think there are issues here. And we could do something at the Federal level to do something about these work requirements.

I think that is one of the reasons why I am very interested in programs that would encourage the non-residential fathers of these children to stay involved.

That is my point as well. Thank you.

Each year Congress has to consider potential changes and additions to the Mall.

Once again, we only have two year terms.

It is my hope that we can learn from the process, what was done well, and what we as a committee of jurisdiction can do to legislate a better process in the future.

It is essential that the beauty and dignity of these grounds be protected and preserved for the future.

The National Mall is America's front yard. Actually, it is the back yard.

In recent months, we have seen exactly why it is important to advance memorials with caution.