We had 16 out of the 24 McDonald?s All-Americans in the country last year. We may even have more this year.

Americans from every community in the country have selflessly donated millions of dollars to help those who so desperately need food, water and medical attention. When Congress had its chance to support the effort, Congressman Flake opposed it.

Twenty-three of 24 units have been completed and occupied.

The key is to not sit and dither for 24 hours. Decisions about evacuating have to be made quickly.

Across the country downtowns have been reinvigorated and become destination points for 24-hour living.

In this country we are now recycling nearly 24 percent of our household waste -- roughly double what it was two years ago.