Van Hilleary: “I was simply going to say that I think the statistic about the 6 percent decrease might not be exactly right. It is a…”

The only way to make sure the government does the people's work is if the people stay informed and actively engaged in the affairs of government.

I am all in favor of preventing money laundering; however, this regulation violates the basic privacy rights of American citizens.

I cannot accept that amendment simply because it is not a devastating cut to HOPWA. This is going to freeze it at its present level.

We need to constantly remind our fellow citizens, especially those in the next generation, that voting is both an important right and responsibility.