Columns

  • Luetkemeyer Column- The Fiscal Cliff: Just Weeks Away
    Dec 7, 2012 - “We who live in free market societies believe that growth, prosperity and ultimately human fulfillment, are created from the bottom up, not the government down. Only when the human spirit is allowed to invent and create, only when individuals are given a personal stake in deciding economic policies ... More
  • Luetkemeyer Column- Looking Ahead
    Nov 30, 2012 - As the 112th Congress begins its last month of work, it is time to look ahead to the changes the 113th Congress will bring as it pertains to the soon-to-be-retired 9th Congressional District and the newly created 3rd Congressional District. As many of you are aware, due to congressional redistrictin... More
  • Luetkemeyer Column- The Looming Fiscal Cliff
    Nov 21, 2012 - We are at a significant turning point in our nation regarding our economic future and there is a lot of concern among hard-working folks about what it means for our families and our communities. Much of the concern stems from the notion of the fiscal cliff, in which significant automatic tax increas... More
  • Luetkemeyer Column- Giving Thanks for Our Good Fortunes
    Nov 16, 2012 - Turkeys and pumpkin pies and cornucopias; hot food coming straight out of the oven and the smell of baking cookies and bread sitting heavy in the air; children gathered around the television gobbling up the next holiday special along with some holiday goodies. It is a picture of American Thanksgivin... More
  • Luetkemeyer Column- Making a Congressional Transition
    Nov 9, 2012 - I have been extremely honored and proud to have represented the 25 counties that make up the 9th Congressional District of Missouri. The border of this sprawling district runs from the Iowa border in the north to Crawford County in the south, and from the St. Louis suburbs in the East to the Lake of... More
  • Luetkemeyer Column- Serving Our Valued Veterans
    Nov 2, 2012 - Most of us know a veteran. Sometimes, they are a neighbor or a friend and, more often than not, they are a family member. It takes a special type of person to raise their right hand and pledge to defend our nation, and in many cases put their life on the line. As we approach Veterans Day, there will... More
  • Luetkemeyer Column- The Importance of Voting
    Oct 26, 2012 - Whatever your political persuasion, I think most Americans would agree that it’s important to have a voice in your government and that is why voting is such an important part of being an American. Our form of democratic government has served as a model for the world for more than two centuries. So m... More
  • Luetkemeyer Column- The Shocking Truth About Jobs
    Oct 19, 2012 - The one evident truth about our economy is that too many people are hurting because too many people are out of work. When I hear from folks who just want an opportunity to work, it affects me in the most profound way. These very personal stories of struggle have motivated me to support over 30 bills... More
  • Luetkemeyer Column- Finding Sensible Energy Solutions
    Oct 12, 2012 - One issue that makes me very worried when I consider its impact on American families is rising gas prices simply because of how much of our economy is tied to the cost of energy. With the holiday travel season just around the corner, people have not only made it clear they are extremely concerned ab... More
  • Luetkemeyer Column- Critical Issues Still Ahead
    Oct 5, 2012 - Regardless of the outcome of the November 6th election, the current Congress has some very significant issues that must be dealt with between now and the end of the year. This timeframe, generally referred to as the lame duck, provides an opportunity for Congress to tackle some truly critical issues... More
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