Our mission, our goal every single day should be defending those things that make America great.

Last week, I proudly shepherded a bipartisan NDAA amendment through the House, co-led with my fellow Air Force veteran, Rep. Pfluger, that requires DOD to invest in programs to increase awareness of the MSAs in each congressional district.

There is a historical issue when it comes to underserved communities, and particularly Black communities.

this is a bipartisan issue, it is something we need to tackle.

I am firm in my belief that smart policies do not equal indiscriminate expansion of these programs.

My goal is preservation for those truly in need, and recognize that sometimes our neighbors in need require a helping hand.

We urge you to support a strong nutrition Title IV in farm bill negotiations.

My support for legislation that helps Americans, and those in particular: children, families, seniors, and, yes indeed, our veterans.

Thank you for your service to our country. And as we continue to do our work here, let us continue to fight for those who fought for us.

Food insecurity is a critical issue in eastern North Carolina, rural America, and across the country.

Can we move from the language of kindness to the language of justice? Can we move from philanthropic sensibility to political commitment?