"I remain opposed to the FACT Act and I urge my colleagues to oppose this misguided bill."
"I am always concerned about the amount of money that we spend for defense and other military purposes."
"I have been disappointed by Congress' inability to address our nation's fiscal challenges."
"It is time for us to craft policy that reduces our deficit and encourages job growth, not job losses."
"We must draft a budget that cuts wasteful spending while protecting investments that preserve and create jobs."
"I am deeply troubled by Congress' failure to stop the indiscriminate budget cuts known as sequestration."
"I was born in Alabama, as you know, so it was also incredibly important for me to have the opportunity to participate."