W. Todd Akin: “I think that's good. It paints a vivid picture, but there is a problem with Freddie and Fannie.”

I knew that the party voters took a look at our hearts, understood who we were, had a chance to meet us in many, many different ways, and made the decision, and it makes me uncomfortable to think that the party bosses are going to dictate…

I want to thank the VSO's both for expressing their support of my legislation and for their efforts on behalf of our Nation's veterans and their families.

The men and women who volunteer to serve our Nation put themselves at great risk, and we owe them a great debt of gratitude and honor.

This bill doesn't cost any money. The people who want the I.D. card simply pay for it.