Opinion Editorial
January 23, 2017
By Tim Walberg, Mike Bishop, Paul Mitchell, Dave Trott
In 2010, Nancy Pelosi famously said of Obamacare, "We have to pass the bill so you can find out what is in it." Seven years later, we now know what's in it: rising costs, fewer options and, for many, more uncertainty than ever before.
In 2010, Nancy Pelosi famously said of Obamacare, "We have to pass the bill so you can find out what is in it." Seven years later, we now know what's in it: rising costs, fewer options and, for many, more uncertainty than ever before.
Issues:Health Care
January 2, 2017
As 2016 draws to a close, and we look expectantly to the New Year, I'd like to thank you for the opportunity to continue to serve Michigan's 7th District and pause to reflect on the previous 12 months. In the past year, we hosted more than 40 coffee hours and townhall meetings in every corner of the district to listen to the people's priorities.
Issues:Local Issues
November 7, 2016
How do we get the economy growing more rapidly, create more good-paying jobs, and make health care more affordable? These are the issues we consistently get asked about around kitchen tables, in coffee shops, and at small businesses as we meet with the people we are privileged to represent.
Issues:Jobs and EconomyHealth Care
October 31, 2016
In Michigan, we have a long and rich tradition of manufacturing. Our state's hardworking men and women are second to none and our manufacturing industry is a leading driver of good-paying jobs and economic growth.
September 20, 2016
On Monday, U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Tipton, held a forum at Bedford High School to discuss the ongoing problem of heroin addiction in Monroe County and the nation.
Joining him were experts from around the county to shed light on various aspects of the issue and what potentially can be done to combat it.
Joining him were experts from around the county to shed light on various aspects of the issue and what potentially can be done to combat it.
Issues:Health CareLocal Issues
June 14, 2016
Christopher Risner was a standout high school athlete with scholarship offers to play basketball in college. Then his life spiraled out of control.
At first, he started taking medication to cope with his depression, but it eventually led to opioid and heroin addiction. After several stints in and out of rehab, Christopher is now clean and in recovery.
At first, he started taking medication to cope with his depression, but it eventually led to opioid and heroin addiction. After several stints in and out of rehab, Christopher is now clean and in recovery.
Issues:Health CareLocal Issues
April 26, 2016
By Rep. Tim Walberg and Rep. Mike Bishop
For too many Americans, an underperforming economy has diminished opportunities to pursue their dreams and leave behind a better future for the next generation.
For too many Americans, an underperforming economy has diminished opportunities to pursue their dreams and leave behind a better future for the next generation.
Issues:Jobs and Economy
April 25, 2016
Talk to nearly any small business owner or employee and they'll tell you how challenging it has become to grow and create jobs.
The combination of heavy-handed regulations, confusing paperwork requirements, and a complex and unfair tax code make it harder and harder to succeed.
The combination of heavy-handed regulations, confusing paperwork requirements, and a complex and unfair tax code make it harder and harder to succeed.
Issues:Jobs and EconomyLocal Issues
April 8, 2016
In 2014, the number one cause of injury-related deaths in the entire state of Michigan was drug overdoses.
It's a tragic and fast-growing epidemic that touches every corner of our state and is tearing apart families and communities.
It's a tragic and fast-growing epidemic that touches every corner of our state and is tearing apart families and communities.
Issues:Health CareLocal Issues
March 30, 2016
April Demers is no stranger to addiction — she was born into it.
At a young age, April slept in the car while her mom drank at the bar. As she grew up, April's mom would disappear for days, leaving her to fend for herself.
These experiences made April determined to reverse the trends of addiction.
Issues:Local Issues