But before looking to the future, let's glance back at the road we've traveled these past two years because that is the source of much of the optimism we are all feeling about the future.

Electing pro-choice Republican women can help foster a discussion that reflects the full spectrum of views and can lead to a more balanced and responsible public dialogue.

That's a ridiculous claim and a ridiculous argument,

Chronically homeless means constantly homeless; it means repeatedly homeless.

We have come dangerously close to accepting the homeless situation as a problem that we just can't solve.

Throughout my political career, I've believed in the concept of home rule. Some call it local control. Whichever phrase you use, the concept is the same - the best decisions are those made closest to those who will be impacted by the decisions.