It didn't work in your stimulus package, and I don't think it is going to work again.

This budget takes the latter approach. It represents a very clear threat to the health and retirement security for American seniors.

There is a growing bipartisan consensus on contentious issues like entitlement spending and tax reform.

When I visit with constituents, they are worried about a deficit, but more importantly, they are worried about the debt.

When does the president's proposal actually reduce the debt on America?

I am very troubled by the mandates that have been proposed about religious organizations.

What do I tell my veterans, Mr. Secretary, when they say, 'You know, we would like to attend our local hospital...'

Can you foresee how many years, decades that might occur?

But the president does not propose to ever actually balance the budget, is that correct?

I appreciate the transparency; I wish we would step that up so the American people feel more comfortable with decisions that have been made.

this is America, and we are responsible for fiscal policy, and the impacts, particularly in proposals you have made on housing policy, suggest an incredibly bigger role than in other countries.