Amending the U.S. Constitution, the document most sacred to those who love freedom and liberty, is a delicate endeavor and should be done only on the basis of the most clear and convincing evidence that a proposed amendment is necessary.
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Anytime the president visits Nebraska its good for Nebraska.
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I certainly want campaign finance reform. I just wish this would do it in a way that would stand up to a constitutional challenge.
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I look at ANWR (Artic National Wildlife Refuge) as a poison pill in the energy bill.
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Let me be clear. I support the definition of marriage as a union between a man and a woman.
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The security of our nation depends on the men and women who are willing to sacrifice their safety, and possibly their lives, to protect the freedoms the rest of us enjoy.
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We can take full comfort in realizing the continuing strength of our nation. America's lands remain radiantly rich with diversity, and freedom still reigns.
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What does it mean to be an American? While each of us may have our own specific answer to that question, we likely can agree on the basic principles of America: freedom, equal opportunity, and rights accompanied by responsibilities.
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When George Washington was elected president, there was no national vote.
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