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Today we honor and remember those who lost their lives while defending our freedom. Read more »

We have reached the $14.3 trillion debt limit. Now, as a people, we have a critical decision. To raise or not to raise the debt limit? That is the question. Some say there are harsh consequences if we do not raise the debt limit, but I am constantly reminded that there are harsh consequences if we do. Read more »

Southwest Virginia has a rich tradition of military service. Each year young men and women from the 9th District attend our nation’s military service academies. Read more »

Israel is one of our strongest allies. Ensuring a safe and secure Israel must remain a top priority of U.S. foreign policy. Read more »

A 17.58 percent increase in electric rates by ODP would only add to the financial stress many families in Virginia already feel. Read more »

June 7, 2011Covington:  10:00am – 12:00pmCovington City HallCity Hall Conference Room333 W. Locust StreetCovington, VA 24426Marion: 10:00am – 12:00pmTown Council Chambers138 West Main StreetMarion, VA  24354Bristol: 2:00pm – 4:00pmBristol VA Public LibraryFrancis E. Kegley Conference Room701 Goode StreetBristol, VA 24201New Castle: 2:00pm – 4:00pmCraig… Read more »

Over the past decade, APCo customers have seen their electricity rates increased by roughly 40 percent. Many families in Virginia are already struggling to make ends meet. Read more »

Understandably, there are some concerns about jobs due to the transition at the RFAAP. Read more »

The appeal process is underway. With the urging of the Virginia Congressional Delegation, Governor McDonnell submitted an appeal of FEMA’s decision to deny federal disaster assistance for the tornadoes that struck in April. He has our full support. Read more »

I am pleased that Governor McDonnell has announced his intent to appeal FEMA’s decision. Read more »