I believe there is unquestionable need for such legislation, ... In fact, I am convinced that our homeland security depends upon it.

While the people of New Orleans and other affected areas clearly need help, I am not convinced that this legislation will provide it,

This kind of legislation can lead to a false sense of security.

Despite the state of denial exhibited by most Democrats, Americans all across the nation acknowledge that changes are necessary to preserve Social Security for today's younger workers.

Those who seek to criticize this legislation under the guise of environmental concerns have it backwards as the use of the authority is specifically to protect public health,

This legislation would be extraordinarily helpful in maintaining our system and would be helpful for other agencies to develop these systems themselves.