I will work for energy policies that recognize oil won't last forever.

I will continue my consistent record of voting for lower taxes, less spending and fewer regulations to make our government more effective and efficient while upholding our Constitution.

It is my hope that on Flag Day, all Americans take a moment to reflect on our blessings and pay gratitude to those who have made America the strong, free, fortunate nation it is. Today, we pause to pay respect to the American flag - a symbol of centuries of perseverance, pioneering and patriotism.

I will fight for budget honesty and eliminating the deficit to reduce the transfer of debt to younger generations.

We need to have a culture that says 'the less energy you can use to be comfortable, the better off you are and the better you should feel about yourself'.

I will fight for my bill to restore Americans' First Amendment political speech rights now restricted in the name of campaign reform.