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Weekly Columns and Op-Eds

February 11, 2015
Weekly Columns and Op-Eds

On February 16 of this year, our country celebrates ‘Presidents' Day' almost 240 years after the beginning of the American Revolution and 154 years since the start of the Civil War.


January 12, 2015
Weekly Columns and Op-Eds

As a third-generation Yakima Valley farmer, I am proud to call Central Washington my home; it's where my wife, Carol, and I raised our children and where our family runs its business. I was humbled to be sworn in as your new Congressman last week. To be entrusted with the responsibility of representing the 4th District is a distinct honor.