Jim Inhofe: “You know, we don't hear that very often. I just heard the term from the Senator from Nebraska ``under budget and ahead…”

today, I honor a superb leader, liaison and warrior. After 2 years of service as Director of the Navy Senate Liaison Office, Chase Patrick is deservedly moving on and assuming the responsibilities of a rear admiral, lower half. I believe…

It is no surprise to you that I am going to bring up yours and my favorite subject, and that is the lesser prairie chicken.

As easily, perhaps, as some of the larger companies are able to do.

First of all, I want to thank the chairman for all the hard work. People don't realize that this is, in my opinion, the most significant vote of the year. It has been one we have been through for a long period of time, and it is necessary…