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American small businesses create 7 out of every 10 new jobs in this country. That fact always reminds me that our economy can’t grow if we have a government that works against small businesses, instead of with them.
First, it starts with fewer regulations and less government intervention. Unfortunately, too many people in Washington believe that Americans are not capable of making their own decisions.
The government does not create jobs or spur economic growth. No bureaucrat has ever done either of those things.
Last month, reports surfaced that the Obama Administration paid a ransom of $400 million in exchange for the release of American hostages from Iran.
The administration claims this was not a ransom, but instead a repayment from a decades old weapons deal America had with Iran. They say the coincidence was just “bad timing.” I don’t buy it.
State Department spokesman John Kirby even confirmed the $400 million was withheld until the prisoners left Iran.
Town halls are a great opportunity to have a face to face discussion with people about things that really matter to this country
They are truly one of the most helpful things I do for my job. They allow me to get across northern Missouri and interact with people on a more personal level.
But for them to be as helpful as possible, high participation at each event is key.
Our armed service members face so many challenges when they return home from combat and work to readjust to life in America. But from physical injuries to trauma and everything in between, we have an obligation to do everything possible to provide them with the care they need to overcome those challenges.
One of the biggest trials for far too many vets and activity duty servicemen is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Anti-gun politicians aren't shy about using a crisis to push their agenda down all of our throats.
We see it over and over again in Washington. After every terrorist attack or national tragedy, they are there to jump on the opportunity.
But from Chicago to Los Angeles and Seattle, local lawmakers are also working to trample on the constitutional rights of law-following American citizens. And they are finding creative ways to do it.
Late last month, the Supreme Court decided to block one of the many executive orders President Obama has issued during his time in office. The Court ruled what all of us already knew- Obama can't just hand out amnesty to 4 million illegal immigrants.
The ruling was a win for the Constitution and for our entire legal system. But more than that, it was a win for American workers and everyone who's followed our immigration laws. These are the people hurt the most by amnesty.
Thomas Jefferson is arguably the most important person in American history.
He helped shape some of our nation's most influential documents, executed one of the biggest land deals ever in North America, and forged relationships with foreign allies when the success and stability of our country was far from guaranteed.
But of all his accomplishments, perhaps his most consequential came when he put down these 55 words in the Declaration Independence.
More gun control is not going to stop radical Islamic terrorism.
Absolutely no one who loves this country and values human life wants to see what happened in Orlando last week happen ever again. It was terrible and tragic and disgusting. Our prayers are with everyone affected by the attack, especially the families of the victims.
The terrorist attack in Orlando was everything we associate with radical, hateful groups like ISIS and Al-Qaeda.
One of the responsibilities I look forward to most every year is the opportunity to recommend deserving young men and women for nominations to the United States Service Academies.
These impressive Americans are among the brightest and most dedicated students in the nation. Although my recommendation is not the final step in their application process, I always feel confident that our candidates can compete with any group in this country.
I am proud to announce the following nominees have accepted appointments to the United States Service Academies:
When the federal government - or someone elected to serve in it - promises something that sounds too good to be true, it usually is.
Health insurance for everyone? Some have gained coverage over the last few years. And that's a good thing. But for others, "universal healthcare" has meant cancelled plans, more expensive premiums, and slower care.