Kit Bond: “You know, I have grave concerns that some areas are getting too much money, some areas are not getting enough.”

Now that is, being a Missouri resident and a 'show me,' I like the bottom line.

I believe strongly we take for granted our defense base will always be there, maintaining capacity and innovation to keep the United States and our warfighters second to none.

I regret to say that this bill should be called the Big Oil Gulf Monopoly Bill, because that is what it is.

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.