Kit Bond: “You have staff out in the heartland, don't you? You've got a great staff, I know, in Kansas City.”

We thought it was of significant historical value.

I pledge to dedicate my skills and energy to strengthen our diplomatic and economic ties to Trinidad and Tobago to advance U.S. interests in the world and to promote American democratic values.

I would humbly suggest that you put more, not less, in the force structure for the Guard, which is a bargain for our military defense.

This pragmatic decision will help address larger fighter shortfalls in the Navy, save the taxpayer over $500 million.