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October 08, 2012
Practicing Regulatory Oversight
Job creation and economic growth require that Congress actively practice its oversight responsibilities, including reviewing regulations that affect small businesses and... Continue Reading -
October 01, 2012
Outdoor Recreation: An Unsung Economic Driver
I grew up camping, hunting and fishing. I shared this heritage with my sons and daughters over the years and continue to enjoy it today. Idaho's many areas to participate in... Continue Reading -
September 24, 2012
Lessons From This Relentless Fire Season
This year, Idaho has had more than 600 fires on federal land. More than 100 of these fires have burned in excess of 100 acres. As we take stock of where we go from here, we... Continue Reading -
September 17, 2012
They Continue To Leave Their Mark
The phrase, "Kilroy was here," with a cartoon, is engraved on two remote spots on the National World War II Memorial. This is found on the memorial because American troops... Continue Reading -
September 10, 2012
Our Constitution: Foundation For Freedoms
In a letter accompanying the Constitution, George Washington wrote about the challenges in developing our nation's Constitution. He wrote, "on the present occasion, the... Continue Reading -
September 03, 2012
Long Overdue Honor
During a recent ceremony in Blackfoot, I was honored to present two Idaho veteranswith the Congressional Gold Medal for their distinguished service to our nation during World... Continue Reading -
August 27, 2012
Rare Earth Minerals Critical to U.S.
A dependable supply of rare earth minerals is essential for national security, industrial production and economic success. However, we import nearly all of our supply of... Continue Reading -
August 20, 2012
Post Offices: Keeping These Community Hubs
As the son of a former postmaster, I have great respect for the role of post offices in our communities. Given the U.S. Postal Service's (USPS) problematic financial... Continue Reading -
August 13, 2012
Seven Remarkable Idahoans
Idahoans have had seven more reasons to follow the Olympic Games in London. Seven athletes competing in the 2012 Summer Olympics have strong Idaho connections--giving us... Continue Reading -
August 06, 2012
To Survive And Prosper
How a nation handles its spycraft says a lot about its government. Countries that undervalue it pay a huge price in stability and security. Governments that direct it at... Continue Reading -
July 30, 2012
Making The Tax Code Less Fair, More Complex
Our tax code is about the most unfair, complex, expensive to comply with and anti-competitive code we could create. One would think it could not get more burdensome and... Continue Reading -
July 23, 2012
Food For Thought For Young Americans
Often, I hear young Americans questioning the relevance of national elections to their lives. However, today's policy choices have significant effects on their lives, whether... Continue Reading -
July 16, 2012
Here To Help
Rachel, a student at Boise State University, was preparing to visit a brother stationed in England when she ran into some issues getting her passport approved in time for the... Continue Reading -
July 02, 2012
Celebrating Our Independence
Ten days before his death, Thomas Jefferson wrote his last letter in which he expressed his enduring belief in the Declaration of Independence and America as a model of... Continue Reading -
July 01, 2012
Need For Better Health Care Policy Undiminished
By its nature, the U.S. Supreme Court considers cases with far-reaching implications. The 2011-2012 term has been no different. In one of its most highly-anticipated... Continue Reading -
June 25, 2012
Idaho Waste Removal Vital To Nuclear Future
The Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Nuclear Safety recently held a hearing to consider the recommendations from the Blue Ribbon Commission (BRC) on... Continue Reading -
June 18, 2012
Honoring Fathers
While the holiday has roots that stretch back more than a century, our nation has been officially observing Father's Day for 46 years. In 1909, Sonora Smart Dodd was... Continue Reading -
June 11, 2012
Rational Energy Policy Still Needed
Since 2008, we have experienced three periods of severely increased gasoline prices. Idaho gas prices currently average$3.77. High gas prices put pressure on families trying... Continue Reading -
June 04, 2012
More Than 1,100 Days And Counting
Every American family and business has to develop a budget. The President offered a budget. Republicans and Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives offered budgets. ... Continue Reading -
May 28, 2012
Honoring The Legacy Of Great Americans
The modern observance of Memorial Day grew from Civil War-era community observances, in which friends and families gathered to remember those lost in the war. Over time, as... Continue Reading