The 9/11 Commission recently released their report, citing important changes which need to be made to improve our nation's homeland security. I voiced my disappointment with the House leadership when this report was left until after the August recess for action. Leonard Boswell actionaugustcite share on social
The March on Washington affirmed our values as a people: equality and opportunity for all. Forty-one years ago, during a time of segregation, these were an ideal. Leonard Boswell affirmagoequality Change image and share on social
For the good of our environment, the good of the economy, and the good of the Nation, I strongly urge support of the upper Mississippi locks and dams project. Leonard Boswell dameconomyenvironment Change image and share on social
Barge traffic on the Mississippi River represents the most efficient, most cost-effective, most environmentally sound means of transporting commodity goods from this region of the country to market. Leonard Boswell bargecommoditycost Change image and share on social
The American Dream is one of success, home ownership, college education for one's children, and have a secure job to provide these and other goals. Leonard Boswell americanchildcollege Change image and share on social
Our nation's military and law enforcement personal work hard to protect us. We must thank them for their continued vigilance. Without their sacrifice we would less capable of protecting our nation. Leonard Boswell capablecontinueenforcement Change image and share on social
The March on Washington was a culmination of years of hard work and dedication of many individuals. Leonard Boswell culminationdedicationhard Change image and share on social
As the third anniversary of the September 11th attacks draws near we must ensure our nation is prepared to handle the continued threat of violence and terrorism on our country. Leonard Boswell 11thanniversaryattack Change image and share on social
The 9/11 Commission strongly recommends that the National Intelligence Director be fully in control of the budget, from developing it to implementing it, to ensuring that the National Intelligence Director has the clout to make decisions. Leonard Boswell budgetcloutcommission share on social
We must ensure that every worker has healthcare and is able to save for their retirement. We must ensure that our workers have safe and health working conditions. Leonard Boswell conditionensurehealth Change image and share on social
