Funding and maintaining programs from Head Start to Pell Grants must be a high priority. Votes: 24
Access to basic quality health care is one of the most important domestic issues facing our nation. Votes: 17
I will work to restore fiscal responsibility to our country's budget and to provide for a more robust economy. Votes: 15
Obviously, it gave me a chance to see Barcelona. I won't deny that. But I also had a chance to see something in another country in terms of recycling and reusing nuclear material. Votes: 13
Although I voted against the initial resolution approving the war in Iraq, I have consistently voted to support our troops with much-needed armor and supplies. Votes: 12
I will continue to support legislation that provides American families and Seniors affordable health care. Votes: 11
As a former high school teacher, I know that investing in education is one of the most important things we can do, not only for our children, but for the benefit of our whole community. Votes: 10
Stopping Vieques bombing range good; sooner is better. Votes: 9
I will support legislation that benefits the American worker and prevents the outsourcing of American jobs. Votes: 8
While I do not hesitate to applaud certain aspects of the resolution honoring the sacrifices of our courageous soldiers who are risking their lives in Iraq, I cannot be supportive of capitalizing on these very sacrifices for political gain. Votes: 6
Health care should be affordable for everyone. Votes: 6
To say that I'm enjoying a millionaire's lifestyle-well, I can tell you, I guess a millionaire's income doesn't go very far these days. Votes: 6
While prices of goods continue to rise, American worker's wages remain stagnant. Votes: 5
Make health care a right, not a privilege. Votes: 2