Chris Coons: “I look forward to the day when Senator Kirk... is able to resume his work here in Washington.”

I’m sorry that your schedule apparently didn’t permit us to meet before this confirmation hearing, but I hope and expect we’ll find time to meet soon after today.

The next generation of scientists will contain the next generation of disease outbreaks and cure the next generation of illnesses, but first those scientists must be properly prepared for their careers,

As interest costs put growing pressure on our budget, we need to reduce our deficits and protect the investments that keep our economy strong.

Asset limits on public assistance programs prevent working families from saving for the future or accessing the benefits they rightfully deserve. A savings account or a car are not assets, they’re necessities in every home.