Martin Luther King, Jr. challenged each of us never to stay neutral in the face of injustice.

Navigating the American marketplace can be an overwhelming experience, and Minnesotans should feel confident that all of the products they buy meet acceptable standards of quality and safety.

I believe our best bet in the battle against crime is to give our law enforcement officers the resources and training they need to do their jobs right. 

As Minnesotans struggle looking for work, Congress needs to enact legislation that creates jobs, spurs economic growth, and provides an adequate safety net for workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own.

Minnesota continues to be a national leader in education.

Minnesota has a strong, proud tradition of being a national leader in responsible environmental stewardship and clean energy development.

The Senate has an important role to play in giving the President its "advice and consent" on nominations, and I take that role very seriously.

Minnesota has historically been a leader in health coverage and high quality health care, but more can be done.

Minnesota's 12 Indian tribes make up an important part of our state's culture, traditions, and economy.

I believe that a good day's work should earn a good day's pay and that a lifetime of hard work should earn a secure and comfortable retirement. 

Our nation's transportation and infrastructure policies must be comprehensive, equitable, and forward thinking.