RUSS CARNAHAN

This Saturday, January 28 at noon, Iraq war veterans will be honored by a returning heroes parade in downtown St. Louis. This is significant not only because these war veterans deserve this welcome home, but because St. Louis is the first…

Last week, Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta declared an end to the war in Iraq, fulfilling President Obama's pledge to bring the war to a responsible close. This marks an important milestone for the U.S., and it symbolizes our redefined…

It's no secret that my Republican colleagues really don't want to extend the payroll tax cuts and unemployment insurance. Republican Members have called it a gimmick. They've admitted the only reason they brought it up for a vote was that…

this hearing provides a timely opportunity for us to once again assess not only the precarious humanitarian situation at Camp Ashraf but also to consider the broader issues of the U.S.-Iraq policy going forward.

Why aren't we talking about jobs today? We are here on the floor to talk about this bill, this so-called Workforce Democracy and Fairness Act. Not surprisingly, it is neither democratic nor fair. It is, in fact, a blatant attack on…

Evidence shows the U.S. has a strong interest in promoting religious freedom globally.

It has been 45 weeks since the Republican Party took control of this House, and they still haven't passed a serious jobs bill. In fact, it's just the opposite. They've blocked proposals that will put millions back to work--to play…

the Internet is probably the number one thing that sort of perpetuates the sort of violent extremism amongst members of Boko Haram.

there needs to be a more overt recognition of the importance that the U.S. places on protection of religious freedom.

I really hope we can shed light on the serious human rights infringements that far too many around the world encounter.

I look forward to hearing from the panelists on these trends along with the recommendations of the most strategic and effective means for the U.S. and the international community to influence governing systems to respect all human rights…

I am honored to represent a district in the St. Louis, Missouri, region near the confluence of the mighty Mississippi and the Missouri Rivers, an area where inland waterway commerce is vital to our economic well-being as well as to…

With less than 2 months left in 2011, this Republican-controlled House has yet to focus on the top issues facing our country: creating jobs, growing our economy, and rebuilding the American Dream. Back home in St. Louis, I have seen…

Respectfully, I have a different view on how we can positively engage with China and, at the same time, push aggressively for reforms.

I believe our approach should be one of engagement but also pushing for reforms in many of these areas.

I, too, am of the belief that it is important that we look for ways to maximize the benefits of engagement, while at the same time minimizing those risks.

I believe the Obama administration has shifted, and certainly your leadership to a policy of smart power and responsible participation in international organizations has been in our great interest, our security interest, our economic…

This weekend marks the 100th anniversary of the University of Missouri's homecoming celebration. In 1911, University of Missouri Athletics Director Chester Brewer invited Missouri alumni to come home to campus for the football game against…

The best way to push reforms and advance our core values and beliefs is through responsible, effective engagement.

The President has proposed the American Jobs Act to get people back to work. The bill will revitalize American manufacturing and invest in infrastructure to create jobs now. It contains proven ideas for job creation that received…

While the program continues to expand, practices must be reviewed to ensure that our servicemembers and Veterans across the country uniformly receive the best care possible.

Practices must be reviewed to ensure that our servicemembers and Veterans across the country uniformly receive the best care possible.

Providing support to those who were injured or became ill in service to our country is of paramount importance.

I look forward to hearing from our witnesses on ways we can overcome challenges facing the Federal Recovery Coordination Program and expand services to ensure comprehensive care for our Nation's heroes.

I don't think there is a single member on this committee... that supports any kind of coercive abortion policy.