Ed Pastor

Although I voted against the initial resolution approving the war in Iraq, I have consistently voted to support our troops with much-needed armor and supplies. ”

Make health care a right, not a privilege. ”

While I do not hesitate to applaud certain aspects of the resolution honoring the sacrifices of our courageous soldiers who are risking their lives in Iraq, I cannot be supportive of capitalizing on these very sacrifices for political gain. ”

As a former high school teacher, I know that investing in education is one of the most important things we can do, not only for our children, but for the benefit of our whole community. ”

I will continue to support legislation that provides American families and Seniors affordable health care. ”

Access to basic quality health care is one of the most important domestic issues facing our nation. ”

I will support legislation that benefits the American worker and prevents the outsourcing of American jobs. ”

I will work to restore fiscal responsibility to our country's budget and to provide for a more robust economy. ”