I do not see it as a partisan issue.

we lack credibility when we, within our own Government, cannot stop violation of human rights on our border

He has raised the important questions. It is not in a partisan manner but, in fact, to protect the very document that he and I are sworn to protect.

We think we can do it more economically. We know we can do it more successfully.

Where Senator Durbin and I differ is that, number one, I look for a constitutional role within the enumerated powers.

We ought to model the absolute best practices at the Federal level.

We must keep faith with our Founders by working to keep America's promises not only abroad but at home.

The sheer volume of people that we imprison in this country is a crime in itself.

Why would you not have this Subcommittee?

The point that Senator Durbin made about developing mental illness in prison, it is easy to see.

I want to thank you for this opportunity to express my opposition to S. 1011, the Native Hawaiian Reorganization Act of 2009.