Weekly Columns
It’s trite but true that America is the “land of the free” because it’s also the “home of the brave.” While there are many veteran heroes in our midst, we are often unaware of the extraordinary things these brave individuals have done for our country and the incredible sacrifices they have made. I can certainly recall many stories in my own family of which I am most proud and grateful.
As long as President Obama is in office and Republicans control Congress, the nation will remain in an era of divided government. Given our system of checks and balances, true negotiation must take place and real compromise must be reached to govern effectively. And like I’ve said on numerous occasions, neither side can ever get all that it wants in a negotiation.
More than three years after our nation learned about the tragedy at our consulate in Benghazi, Libya, there are still unanswered questions about what happened there and what could have prevented the murder of four Americans on the twelfth anniversary of September 11.
The Department of Treasury and Office of Management and Budget recently reported that the annual federal deficit had declined to its lowest level in years. At first glance, this sounds like very good news, and predictably President Obama was quick to claim it as his victory.
Without question, we live in a dangerous world with threats that only continue to grow or become more apparent each and every day. Given the nature of the times in which we live, it is critical that our country maintain the capability to confront the mounting dangers to our security and those to our friends and allies.
The release of a series of videos that have exposed the despicable backroom practices at Planned Parenthood and which documented disturbing conversations with some of its employees have caused Americans to question the federal funding the organization receives.
Oklahoma Economic Report - Congressman Tom Cole
After nearly five years of refusing to state her opinion on the construction of the Keystone pipeline, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton finally broke her silence by declaring her opposition.
September marks an annual nationwide effort to improve disaster and emergency preparedness. During National Preparedness Month led by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), all Americans are encouraged to become aware of potential disaster scenarios and develop plans for responding.
In every lifetime and for every generation, there are significant moments that serve as markers and turning points for all the days that follow. Indeed, America has a rich history filled with countless dates of lasting impact. But the most foundational moments are those related to how we became and continue to be the greatest nation on earth.