I never believed that my service in the U.S. Congress should become a permanent career.

I think more so than the Republican Party, we reflect America on the Democratic side of the aisle, and that's a healthy thing. I mean, that's what democracy is all about.

Our volunteer fire departments know their needs better than Washington, D.C. They need more flexibility on spending grant money from FEMA and Homeland Security.

I'm one of those that have said, one of my key principles is I will not support a health care reform bill that is not deficit-neutral, period.

Houses of worship can be the heart of a community. They can be the cradle of a family. They can be places where our children go to learn, not just faith, but to make friends. They build connections. They are essential to a healthy America. And every community deserves the right to have those houses of worship operate in safety and peace.

My grandparents came from a typical Marathi family, where they respect the value of rules and regulations.

I'm their sole parent, and there is nothing more important than being the best father I can be.

I am a staunch believer that every child is born with his own destiny and I would want to do everything possible for my kids for as long as I am around.