Last week, President Obama delivered his State of the Union address to Congress. The President made many promises but nearly all of them come with a heavy price tag. America currently...
Protecting the Most Precious Gift
One of the most contentious provisions in the President’s unpopular health care law reignited the debate over whether the federal government should subsidize abortions with taxpayer dollars. I...
What’s the Big Deal about the Filibuster
“The use of the Senate,” wrote James Madison in 1787, “is to consist in its proceedings with more coolness, with more system and with more wisdom, than the popular branch.” George Washington...
A New Direction for the New Congress
Last week, newly-elected members of the House and Senate were sworn-in for the start of the 112th Congress. It is an honor and a privilege to represent the people of Mississippi. It is...
Action During the Lame Duck
During the final weeks of the year when most Americans were focused on preparing for Christmas, Congressional Democrat leaders rushed to jam through a number of liberal priorities. At the same...
Defending the Second Amendment
With deer season in full swing, many Mississippians will participate in a time honored tradition of hunting. This time outdoors allows our people to develop important life skills at an early...
Celebrating the Spirit of Christmas
The Christmas spirit shines like a beacon through a cold winter’s night in Mississippi. While this year has been difficult for many, we still have much for which to be grateful. During...
Restoring the 10th Amendment
Over the past two years, we have witnessed an Administration and Congress intent on ramming through costly, big-government policies that Americans did not want. From the costly bailouts to...
Protecting Consumers and Small Business
As Christmas approaches, parents and grandparents want to know that products on store shelves are safe. News stories of lead paint decorating children’s toys and defective merchandise...
Wicker Says Congress Misguided in Lame Duck
The clock is ticking in Washington with only a few weeks remaining until the end of the congressional session. During these final days, Congress has an opportunity to take up the issues that reflect...