A billion dollars every week for Iraq, $87 billion for Iraq. We can't get $5 billion for childcare over five years in welfare reform.

The issue I highlight in the book is welfare reform.

While the rest of the country is still talking about welfare reform, Texas is implementing it.

The old welfare system was hurting people by discouraging work and marriage. Welfare reform, and now this legislation, will build on the understanding that work and strong families are the foundation upon which we build our future.

I'm more concerned about the long-term welfare of his wife and daughter if he has to go to Iraq. All indications are he will.

For our welfare reform efforts to be successful, we must empower local charitable organizations with the resources to address their local community needs.