In a time of serious budget deficits, immense war costs and a sluggish economy, we cannot afford to grant such outlandish subsidies to some of our Nation's largest corporations. Ron Kind affordbudgetcorporation Change image and share on social
In the underlying bill, I think the authors of the legislation, those in support of it, understand the use of the Mississippi River. Yes, there is commercial navigation on it, and there will be tomorrow. Ron Kind authorbillcommercial share on social
The single most important factor in determining America's success in the 21st century will be maintaining our ability to be an innovative and creative society. Ron Kind 21stabilityamerica Change image and share on social
Finally, the ecological health of the Mississippi River and its economic importance to the many people that make their living or seek their recreation is based on a healthy river system. Ron Kind baseecologicaleconomic Change image and share on social
Over the last few years, the world has become a smaller and more integrated place with technology that is leveling the playing field like never before. Ron Kind fieldintegrateleveling Change image and share on social
For as long as the power of America's diversity is diminished by acts of discrimination and violence against people just because they are black, Hispanic, Asian, Jewish, Muslim or gay, we still must overcome. Ron Kind actamericaasian share on social
Most of the locks and dams on the upper Mississippi River system are over 60 years old and many are in serious need of repair and rehabilitation. Ron Kind damlockmississippi Change image and share on social
We should see the leadership from the White House setting dates certain for certain goals of achieving greater alliance on alternative and renewable energy sources, but we are not. Ron Kind achievealliancealternative Change image and share on social
More important is the fact that embryonic stem cell research could lead to new treatments and cures for the many Americans afflicted with life-threatening and debilitating diseases. Ron Kind afflictamericancell Change image and share on social
Right now, a majority of the debt is owed to foreign interests, Japan being the largest purchaser of government debt today, soon to be surpassed by China as the number one purchaser of our debt in this Nation. Ron Kind chinadebtforeign share on social
