We continue fighting against this omnibus, for a number of reasons. See Politico article here: http://bit.ly/13FjZi.

For those interested in why I oppose watering down Cuba sanctions at this time, click here: http://bit.ly/blHLL.

Spoke to US Senate Youth Program today. Bright, engaging students. Interested in how bipartisanship can prevail without dearth of principle.

Told a reporter this 90% tax is a dramatic way to cover up the real who, why, and how the bonuses were allowed in the first place.

In Tampa. Heard from a large group about their concerns with Pres. Obama's budget. See recap here: http://bit.ly/3pTun

Off politics 4 a sec... In Notre Dame baseball, my nephew Eric threw a complete game shutout against West Virginia. http://bit.ly/wsAAC

I will oppose the confirmation of Kathleen Sebelius for HHS Secy. Her ability to do the job will be adversely affected by her extreme views.

Sen Armed Services Cmte hearing. Asked if SECNAV-des supports 'strategic dispersal' of our aircraft carrier fleet. He refused to answer.

'Strategic dispersal' of our aircraft carrier fleet is critically important. Now all assets are bunched up at Norfolk, VA.

RE Specter's Party Switch:The pressure is now on moderate democrats to stop the radical agenda. I am disappointed and surprised.

On lighter note, Sen Dodd came to Republican meeting where Specter was speaking and asked if Ds could trade for someone else.

Sent a letter today to Pentagon, DHS asking for full decision process and cost on NYC flyover.

Radio Interview with Rob Williams on NewsRadio 1620 Pensacola: http://bit.ly/617Z0. Topics - Arlen Specter, Cuba, Nuclear Carriers.

See link for an interesting story about one of the Admin's top noms: http://bit.ly/Sw2uy.

Still seeking answers for a top Administration nominee who is up for the general counsel position at USArmy. http://bit.ly/w9rD2

Passing along why so-called Employee "Free Choice" act is bad. See http://bit.ly/nJSGE. #tcot #efca

Confirming I'll meet with SCOTUS nominee Judge Sotomayor next Tuesday. My comments about the upcoming mtg at http://bit.ly/Dmxzw. #sayfie

I'm appalled. This week is marked by attempts to remove pork from spending and each amendment is voted down by the Democrat majority.

Dems voting down the removal of clearly narrow, noncompetitive, wasteful earmarks despite commitment from POTUS to end the practice.

From Politico... details on repeated failures to cut programs: http://bit.ly/15IDIf