Our country is in serious trouble.

We knew we were right.

I just want to make a correction.

I personally believe the Federal response did avert what could have been a financial collapse.

you have to have everything on the table. Spending, revenue, and every part of Federal spending has to be dealt with.

Clearly, that cannot continue for very long.

I rise today to pay tribute to my colleague, Senator Byron Dorgan. This is his last day voting in the Senate. He is retiring after serving the people of North Dakota in the Congress, the House, and Senate, for 30 years. But Byron's record…

I rise today to pay tribute to my colleague, Senator Jim Bunning. After 12 years in the U.S. Senate, Senator Bunning is retiring from this chamber at the end of this session. Jim has led a remarkable life. As a baseball fan, I am…

I come to the floor today to speak in favor of the New START treaty and to do so strongly. First let me say I have been listening to Chairman Kerry and Senator Lugar discuss this treaty. I think they have been clear and compelling with…

I want to take a moment to honor a friend and colleague, Senator Bob Bennett, who will be moving on from the Senate after 18 years of service to the people of Utah. Bob has had a long and impressive career. Out of college, he served for…

I also want to add my voice in respect and recognition for the service of Senator Kit Bond. He has been a terrific colleague. We have jousted over issues such as water policy affecting our two States, but he has always conducted himself…

for a moment, I also want to note the passing of Richard Holbrooke, a distinguished ambassador, somebody who has played a key role in working on the policy towards Iraq and Afghanistan. Richard Holbrooke was a giant in American diplomatic…