Sam Farr: “I think it is smart. The military uses that, and we suggested that you develop a priority strategy for capital outlays.”

We will take our chances down the road, even if that may mean a much steeper cost in terms of American blood and American treasure.

History has shown us what we can get by retreating into a defensive, isolationist crouch.

I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. This is probably the last time I rise on this floor to speak after 23 years of serving here. It may take me a little more than 5 minutes.

If you want stable democracy and you are a highly religious society, it simply won't work without religious freedom.