"Despite global economic concerns, other nations are continuing to push forward and invest in their s..." — Nick Lampson

While we face economic obstacles that challenge every decision made in Washington, decisions made merely for political gain must stop. It's time to restore civility in Congress. It's time for action where action is needed - all politics aside.

Any veteran can tell you it is already hard enough to see a doctor down at the VA and get the health care they were promised when they signed up to serve this country.

As southeast Texas's only Member of the House Transportation Committee, I'm especially proud of being able to help bring hundreds of millions of dollars to the region to create jobs and improve the area infrastructure.

Free nations of the world cannot allow Taiwan, a beacon of democracy, to be subdued by an authoritarian China.