"There is absolutely no reason why our agents, no matter who they are, where they are at, should not be properly equipped and properly protected."
"Members may have additional questions that you can respond to in writing."
"I really like the idea of this pilot project that you mentioned, Dr. Ainslie and Professor Bailey."
"We don't ask our soldiers to go into combat unarmed, and we should not do the same to our Federal law enforcement agents."
"If this happens, Mexico could become a safe haven for terrorists who we know are attempting to enter the United States through our porous border."
"As a former district attorney I have seen first-hand the damage caused by methamphetamine consumption in my district."
"The U.S. Homeland Security Role in the Mexican War Against Drug Cartels."
"President Calderon should be praised for his efforts to eradicate these cartels."
"Failure is not an option."
"I have introduced legislation requiring the State Department to classify drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations."
"It is time for the United States to show a serious commitment to this war that is right in our backyard and on our doorstep."