This country was founded upon the principle that we are all endowed with certain inalienable rights to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness – those rights are what make America great, and they belong...

As a veteran, I know firsthand the satisfaction there is in defending the democracy you so strongly believe in, but I can also attest to the trauma encountered from combat on the battlefield.

If there’s no relationship with a father who’s absent, nobody talks about it.

I still remember March 31, 1981, when a deeply disturbed John Hinckley Jr. took aim at President Ronald Reagan and fired shots that hospitalized the Commander-in-Chief and two others, and left his Press Secretary James...

To honor the legacy of veterans and the democratic principles they fought for, I am glad that I introduced the Korean War Veterans Recognition Act which was enacted in 2009.

We don’t windsurf in Harlem.

Immigrants have faced huge obstacles to achieving the American Dream, yet have persevered to overcome them.

Supporting mental wellness is crucial to any goal of decreasing gun violence in America.

I went to college and law school with the help of the GI Bill. That experience moved me so much, I dedicated the rest of my life to serving this great country and helping others...

It’s morally wrong, and economically self-defeating, that so much wealth flows upwards towards the richest of Americans, while millions work full time but still can’t provide for their families.

America was born as a nation of immigrants who have always contributed to its greatness.

As a member of Congress, I believe Congress must provide oversight of actions by the Executive Branch as our system of checks and balances requires.

If you are spending too much, you cut back on spending and you raise your revenues. And that’s it.

I would like to believe he’s sick rather than just mean and evil.

I was proud to march beside some of the most notable Civil Rights activists, such as the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rev. Jesse Jackson, and Joseph L. Rauh, Jr., from Selma to Montgomery.

In various fields, such as science, technology, sports, business and the arts, immigrants enrich our culture every single day.

When people are healthy and not hungry, they are stronger workers building a robust economy.

The promise of the American Dream requires that we are all provided an equal opportunity to participate in and contribute to our nation.

As every American who has ever received a paycheck is aware, the amount of money earned and the amount actually brought home are not the same.

Since January 2003, at the height of the debate on the possible unilateral strike against Iraq, I have advocated for a reinstatement of the military draft to ensure a more equitable representation of people making...

Of course things get stagnant; people get too used to their environment, but that’s why I’m in my district every week, at meetings with my constituents.

Hurricane season routinely strikes the Caribbean harder than the U.S.

For a member to say, ‘I’m a lame duck’ violates political science 101.

In the battle of Kunu-ri, more than 5,000 American soldiers were killed, wounded or taken as prisoners of war. Ninety percent of my unit was killed.

I am a firm believer that upon release, ex-offenders should be afforded a second chance to become productive citizens by providing rehabilitation and education that will help them join the workforce.

Meanwhile, our young men and women whose economic circumstances make military service a viable career choice are dying bravely in a war with no end in sight.

I think that, as Americans, we should never forget that when we tamper with freedom of speech, it is a very sensitive issue that affects all of our constitutional rights and privileges.

Without question, conditions in the Haiti are worse since Aristide’s removal, and continue to deteriorate.

Living in New York City, I am reminded by the Statue of Liberty that the United States of America has always welcomed those yearning to breathe free and seek a better life.

Liberty and security are often in direct confrontation and must be balanced in a way that protects us without destroying what is worth protecting.

From leading the world into the age of democracy to spearheading the technological revolution, America has always been at the forefront of greatness.

Our nation has come so far since 1968 when Dr. King was assassinated, but I know we can do better to achieve The Dream, and that is why I keep marching on.

Manufactured scandals prohibit public servants from doing the job they were elected or appointed to do.

I authored the Universal National Service Act because I believe that everyone in America should contribute to the greater good of America.

My father was absolutely no good.

Encouragement of higher education for our youth is critical to the success of our collective future.

So many deaths could be prevented if measures were implemented to expand background checks and keep individuals like John Hinckley from ever buying firearms in the first place.

It is without doubt that freedoms of the press and speech need to be protected, but there are undisputed limits to these freedoms, limits that often come into play when national security is threatened.

As the wealthiest nation on Earth, we have made a commitment to provide health care for those over 65. In order to pay for this, each of us should contribute the same, flat percentage of...

As a Korean War veteran, I know firsthand and understand the sacrifices made by our men and women in uniform.

No American should live in fear of going to work or sending their kids to school. Let’s end the fear. Let’s enforce existing gun laws.

I am running for re-election no matter who runs.

Since coming to Congress in 1971, I have been fighting to help create an environment where the goals of the National Work and the Family Month can become a reality.

When thousands of men and women work full time but need food stamps to put food on their tables, when they can’t get health benefits, when they can’t get paid sick days, then we must...

Living in America means enjoying freedoms that people in many other countries cannot.

No one looks forward to a recount.

The Klan had used fear, intimidation and murder to brutally oppress over African-Americans who sought justice and equality and it sought to respond to the young workers of the civil rights movement in Mississippi in...

A greater tax deduction for students is not a handout. On the contrary, it helps those who are willing to meet the challenges of higher education to invest in our collective future.

We love the ability of the people to influence the actions of decision-makers, of lawmakers and presidents to be removed from or elevated to office by the will of voters, and of the community to...

A default on our debts as a result of not meeting our obligations would be a disaster for the stock market, and Americans would see their retirement funds shrivel up.