It is the policy of the Federal Government to spend taxpayer dollars effectively, and more effectively each year.
This bill spends too much.
This puts a balanced budget in jeopardy and risks future tax increases.
The ban might incentivize an increase in international primary mining.
I understand we got to deal with some of the issues, like high gasoline prices.
I thank our Nation's veterans for the fine example that you have set for our country.
Their service is noble, and it is necessary.
America is blessed to have such brave defenders.
Their sacrifice will not be in vain.
Saddam Hussein was a brutal dictator who was a threat to his own people and the world, and it was the right thing to do.
I look forward to working with the Senate to fill the other senior leadership positions at the Justice Department.