James E. Risch: “we wind up with the same criticism after it has passed.”

Vicki and I wish Idahoans and all Americans a safe and joyful Independence Day!

For whatever reason the second branch of government is reluctant to anger other countries or look at the wrath of other countries, and that is just flat wrong.

As we celebrate 250 years of Independence, we must remember the sacrifices made to secure it and recommit ourselves to the ideals that have defined our great nation for centuries: freedom, faith, hard work, equality, and the Rule of Law.

When I did REPO, which you referred to, my biggest enemy was not Democrats. My biggest enemy was the Administration.