that ensures equal representation for all.

December 7th is also the anniversary of one of the darkest days in our nation’s history, the attack on Pearl Harbor. As we go about our day, let us take a moment to honor those members of America’s Greatest Generation that were killed 71 years ago in service to their nation, as well as the veterans and active duty military members of all eras that sacrifice so much for the freedoms and values outlined in our Constitution.

spending. Almost everyone agrees that an extension of the current tax rates for 98 percent of Americans is the right policy moving forward. The disagreement is on what the tax rates should be for incomes over $250,000 a year, which only affects two percent of earners.

I am hopeful that we can find 25 Republicans to join us in signing this petition. There is much more that needs to be done to pass a comprehensive fiscal plan, but this is one area on which the vast majority of my colleagues agree.

the Members' Dining Room in the Capitol (travel accommodations not included). Just a few rules: 1) Entrants must be Delaware residents, 2) The store’s name and the date must be visible on the receipt (no need to include personal info or how much was spent), and 3) Multiple entries are encouraged, but each entry must have a different receipt. The raffle is open until 12/24. I’ll announce the winner during the last week of December. Good luck and don’t forget that tomorrow is Small Business Saturday.