And because of these programs like Medicare, Medicare prescription drugs, Social Security, we now have the healthiest and wealthiest group of senior citizens that the world has ever seen. This is a continuing commitment to that. (James T. Walsh)
Over the last 12 months, enormous progress has been made in training Iraqi security forces and already we are seeing the fruits of our labors. (James T. Walsh)
The sexual abuse and exploitation of children is one of the most vicious crimes conceivable, a violation of mankind's most basic duty to protect the innocent. (James T. Walsh)
In the old days, New York was upstate versus downstate. That is not the case now. One thing this disaster brought to us was unity in our State. (James T. Walsh)
The Children's Safety Act will help protect children from the perpetrators of these vile crimes by strengthening notification requirements for sex offenders and increasing criminal penalties. (James T. Walsh)
We have a responsibility to make sure that the limited resources we have are spent efficiently and effectively and that programs achieve their mission. (James T. Walsh)
Medicaid is a vital safety net for New York's poor and vulnerable, young and old alike. (James T. Walsh)
Everyone agrees that our ultimate goal is to establish a free, open and democratic Iraqi government and bring our men and women in uniform home as soon as possible. (James T. Walsh)
As a civil rights leader, Mrs. King's vision of racial peace and nonviolent social change was a fortifying staple in advancing the civil rights movement. (James T. Walsh)
For as long as this nation has known war, we have embraced the heroes it has produced. Americans have rightfully noted the honor and nobility of courage under hostile fire and thanked those who perished in their defense. (James T. Walsh)
Our soldiers have done a valiant effort in fighting terrorism and bringing a semblance of law and order to the chaos in the region and it would be shortsighted to lay out a specific timetable to bring U.S. troops home prematurely before their mission is accomplished. (James T. Walsh)
I do not believe that the Social Security system is in crisis. The Social Security Administration itself recently reported that the system is able to pay full benefits as they are defined today until at least 2042. (James T. Walsh)
Looking long term, a stronger, wealthier, and more stable Central America next door benefits the United States' own safety, security, and economy. (James T. Walsh)
For far too long, the people of Northern Ireland have been denied an equal voice and equal representation in government. It is time for the Assembly and Executive to be up and running and the people's business to be addressed. (James T. Walsh)
How we continue to fund Medicare and Medicaid into the future is a pressing issue of national concern. (James T. Walsh)