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December 2008
November 2008
October 2008
September 2008
- September 28, 2008Lipstick on a Bailout
This time last week, the biggest bailout in the history of the world seemed to be a fait accompli. Last weekend, the Fed Chairman and the Secre
- September 21, 2008Predictions vs. Reality in Iraq
On September 10, 2002 I asked 35 questions regarding war with Iraq. The war resolution passed on October 16, 2002. Now today, as some of
- September 14, 2008In Government We Trust? Part 3
I’ve discussed just a few benefits of sound money in the last two weeks, and contrasted them to the perils of fiat currency. Sound money
- September 7, 2008In Government We Trust? Part 2
Last week I discussed how sound money contributes to peaceful relationships around the world. It is not gold, in and of itself that excites me,
August 2008
- August 30, 2008In Government We Trust? Part 1
Many who agree with me on a lot of other issues, do not understand my enthusiasm for gold and sound money or why I spend so much time studying and ta
- August 24, 2008Freedom is Golden
As the Olympics wind down, I am amazed at how things change every four years. Many Americans were glued to their televisions to watch the excit
- August 17, 2008How Foreign Policy Affects Gas Prices
We've heard how the value of the dollar affects gas prices – and indeed the price of everything. I was pleased that my request for a hear
- August 10, 2008What's in a Bill Name?
Recently Congress passed the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act., also known as the Housing Bill. Its passage was lauded by
- August 3, 2008Washington's Intervention Addiction
One problem with politicians is that when problems they create come to a head, they typically feel this irresistible urge to DO something, rath
July 2008
June 2008
- June 29, 2008Personal Freedoms and the Internet
The most basic principle to being a free American is the notion that we as individuals are responsible for our own lives and decisions. We do n
- June 23, 2008A Major Victory for Texas
I am pleased to report that last week we received notice that the Texas Department of Transportation will recommend the I-69 Project be developed usin
- June 22, 2008A Major Victory for Texas
June 23, 2008
I am pleased to report that last week we received notice that the Texas Department of Transportation will recommend the I-69 Project be
- June 18, 2008Iraq or the Economy?
June 16, 2008
What is the importance of the war in Iraq relative to other current issues? This is a question I am often asked, especially as Am
- June 18, 2008Rising Energy Prices and the Falling Dollar
June 9, 2008
Oil prices are on the minds of many Americans as gas hits $4 a gallon, and continues to surge. How high can prices go? How c
- June 18, 2008Sowing More Big Government with the Farm Bill
June 1, 2008
Recently Congress sent the latest Farm Bill to the president. The bill features brand new federal programs, expansion of existing
- June 18, 2008A Salute to Veterans
May 25th, 2008
Most of my efforts on Capitol Hill are focused on reducing the federal government’s size and scope, but I make an exception for
- June 16, 2008Iraq or the Economy?
What is the importance of the war in Iraq relative to other current issues? This is a question I am often asked, especially as Americans con
- June 9, 2008Rising Energy Prices and the Falling Dollar
Oil prices are on the minds of many Americans as gas hits $4 a gallon, and continues to surge. How high can prices go? How can we solve th
- June 1, 2008Sowing More Big Government with the Farm Bill
Recently Congress sent the latest Farm Bill to the president. The bill features brand new federal programs, expansion of existing subsidies, mor
May 2008
- May 25, 2008Salute to Veterans
Most of my efforts on Capitol Hill are focused on reducing the federal government’s size and scope, but I make an exception for a very important
- May 18, 2008The Economy: Another Casualty of War
This week, as the American economy continued to suffer the effects of big government, the House attempted to pass two multibillion dollar "emer
- May 18, 2008Another Casualty of War
This week, as the American economy continued to suffer the effects of big government, the House attempted to pass two multibillion dollar "emergency"
- May 18, 2008Big Government Responsible for Housing Bubble
The House passed two bills attempting to rehabilitate the housing and mortgage market this week. There doesn't seem to be any shortage of
- May 18, 2008Big Government Responsible for High Gas Prices
In the past few months, American workers, consumers, and businesses have experienced a sudden and dramatic rise in gasoline prices. In some parts of
- May 18, 2008Politicizing Pain
K.K. Forss does not claim medical marijuana solves all his problems. His pain from a ruptured disc in his neck is debilitating. He is una
- May 11, 2008Big Government Responsible for Housing Bubble
The House passed two bills attempting to rehabilitate the housing and mortgage market this week. There doesn't seem to be any shortage of c
- May 4, 2008Big Government Responsible for High Gas Prices
In the past few months, American workers, consumers, and businesses have experienced a sudden and dramatic rise in gasoline prices. In some parts of t
April 2008
March 2008
- March 30, 2008On Money, Inflation and Government
These past few weeks have provided an unfortunate opportunity to discuss inflation. The dollar index has reached new all-time lows. The total mo
- March 26, 2008No Sunlight on the Omnibus
One Christmas tradition Congress could do without is the broken process of passing the annual Omnibus Spending Bill, which we recently did right befo
- March 26, 2008Legislative Forecast for 2008
Congress is re-convening this coming week and I would like to take this opportunity to give my legislative forecast for the coming year. Here a
- March 26, 2008Constitutional Responses to Terrorism
It has been over 6 years since the atrocities of September 11 were committed and there are still some very basic measures that need to be taken to br
- March 26, 2008Economic Stimulus Concerns
This past week in Washington there has been much talk about the economy. It seems by their actions the leadership and the Fed is finally willin
- March 26, 2008Paving Paradise
The Constitution guarantees Americans the right to be secure against all unreasonable seizures. My home state of Texas is unfortunately plannin
- March 26, 2008Second Amendment Battle in DC
As a United States Congressman, I take my oath to uphold all of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights very seriously. Unfortunately, too many in Wa
- March 26, 2008On Five Years in Iraq
Five years ago last week, the US military's "shock and awe" campaign lit up the Baghdad sky. Five years later, with hundreds of thousands
- March 26, 2008Making a Recession Great
House Democrats recently adopted a budget with massive tax hikes, many of which are directed at those Americans who can least afford them. By a
- March 26, 2008Can Foreign Aid Save Africa?
Congress is poised to pass the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) authorizing up to $50 million in unconstitutional foreign aid.&nbs;
- March 26, 2008Hope for the Economy
It is becoming harder and harder for Washington and the mainstream media to ignore the ripple effect the collapse of the housing bubble is having on
- March 26, 2008Taxes or Tolls on the TTC
One major concern I discussed a few weeks ago regarding the Trans Texas Corridor is where the land will come from. Another concern is where the
- March 23, 2008On Five Years in Iraq
Five years ago last week, the US military's "shock and awe" campaign lit up the Baghdad sky. Five years later, with hundreds of thousands of Ira
- March 16, 2008Making a Recession Great
House Democrats recently adopted a budget with massive tax hikes, many of which are directed at those Americans who can least afford them. By al
- March 9, 2008Can Foreign Aid Save Africa?
Congress is poised to pass the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) authorizing up to $50 million in unconstitutional foreign aid.
- March 2, 2008Hope for the Economy
It is becoming harder and harder for Washington and the mainstream media to ignore the ripple effect the collapse of the housing bubble is having on t
February 2008
January 2008
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