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Thanksgiving is a great time to spend time with family and friends and to take stock of how fortunate we are to live and work in the West. From our growing economy to the natural wonders that make Colorado the best place to raise a family, we are truly blessed.
Congress comes back into session next week, and the time has finally come for Congress to stop delaying and extend the wind Production Tax Credit.
Since I was first elected to serve, I have worked to ensure that we do everything we can to foster a healthy environment for the growth of small businesses in our state and across the country. Small businesses face unique challenges ranging from accessing the capital they need to expand to finding unique ways to serve their communities; but in the end, it comes down to people. An important factor to hiring and retaining a competitive workforce for any small business is the ability to provide reasonable and affordable health coverage for their employees - health care plans that meet their needs and provide reliable coverage.
This past summer, Colorado experienced one of the most severe wildfire seasons on record. The Waldo Canyon Fire in Colorado Springs, in particular, reminded us that wildfires don't stop at city limits - and residential areas near our forests, grasslands and public lands are at just as much risk as forestlands. Furthermore, roughly 40 percent of Coloradans live in the risky areas where human development meets or intermingles with undeveloped wildland and vegetative fuels, sometimes called the Wildland-Urban Interface. As we make our way through the fall months, now is the time to look ahead and do all we can to safeguard our homes and communities from the threat of future wildfires.
Last week marked the one-year anniversary of the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT), the law that previously prohibited gay and lesbian members of the military from serving in the armed forces unless they kept their sexual orientation a secret from their colleagues.
In Colorado, it doesn't have to be Hispanic Heritage Month to notice the positive contributions that Colorado's Hispanic community has made to our great state. This month of recognition provides us with a chance to reflect on how the contributions of Latinos in Colorado have benefited our overall quality of life and how we can collectively celebrate the Hispanic community as a vibrant part of our Colorado family throughout the year.
This week, as we reflect on the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, I join all Coloradans in renewing our vow to never forget those who were killed, the first responders who risked everything that day so that others might live, and the troops who have fought for us ever since. In one of the darkest moments in our history, the courage and selflessness of the American people shined brighter than ever as we stood together as one nation.
As parents and students navigate the first few weeks of the new school year, it is important to remember that physical activity is a critical part of having a healthy and alert mind. From rock climbing to mountain biking and skiing to hiking, Coloradans are fortunate to have so many options for fun outdoor activities.
For the past 70 years, Colorado has played a central role in the evolution of our country's aerospace industry. In fact, Colorado now has the second-largest aerospace economy in the United States.
Great countries build things. And great countries make their own energy. Coloradans know this. We are at the epicenter of our nation's all-of-the-above energy strategy, from solar to natural gas to wind.
Rebuilding our economy is the single most important issue we face today in Washington, D.C. Although the federal government alone does not create jobs, we have an important role to play in helping businesses be successful.
Summertime in Colorado is usually a time to enjoy the sun and take advantage of the postcard scenery throughout our state's outdoors. Sadly, this summer has been a tough one for us to endure.
In the U.S. military, our troops earn ribbons and medals for extraordinary achievements and acts of valor. Whether it be the Medal of Honor, the Purple Heart, or a skill badge recognizing mastery of a demanding task, these awards acknowledge our troops' dedication, service and sacrifice.
So far this year, Colorado has seen some of the most destructive fires in its history. During the past several weeks, thousands of firefighters have been deployed to Colorado to fight large-scale blazes across our state.
We are continually blessed to live in a state with a wide variety of rich and abundant natural resources. These resources are exactly why so many people have decided to live, work and play here. One of our most important and visible natural resources is our forests.
As you read this, tens of thousands of Coloradans have been evacuated from their homes and face the sobering reality that they may not have a home after this severe wildfire season. With wildfires burning across the state, this fire season is already one of the worst on record – threatening entire communities.
As a strong supporter of the DREAM Act, I welcomed President Obama's decision last week to prioritize federal resources for immigration-enforcement on violent felons and not on youth who – through no fault of their own – were brought here at a young age and have been raised as Americans.
This week I rededicated myself to something of a crusade in the U.S. Senate. I will go to the Senate floor every morning starting this week to highlight to my colleagues and the American people the importance of extending the wind energy production tax credit (PTC) that expires this year.
As a member of the Senate Armed Services (SASC) and Intelligence committees, working with my SASC colleagues to draft the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is one of my most important jobs. This bill sets the budget for the military and helps to guide defense policy and priorities for the coming year.
The "Year of Water" is a chance for Coloradans to engage in a productive conversation about the value of and future demands on our water. In that spirit, I hope you will take a moment to share why water is important to you and encourage your friends and relatives to do the same, as well as sign up for my updates on water-related issues.
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