Jon Porter

In fact, 37 percent of all United States Nobel Prize winners in the 20th century have been representatives of the Jewish community.

— Jon Porter

Teachers are unparalleled in the role they play in children's lives.

— Jon Porter

We were impressed with the size and scope of the Persian Gulf as we traveled to Islamabad, Pakistan.

— Jon Porter

I represent a district in Nevada, a state that is home to more wild horses than all other states combined.

— Jon Porter

Although I agree that wild horses are a symbol of the American West, I also believe that it is the responsibility of…

— Jon Porter

With everything it has to offer, Las Vegas is an obvious destination for tourists, as proven by the over 40 million visitors…

— Jon Porter

Under current law volunteers who are not working with an official nonprofit organization are not covered by the Volunteer Protection Act. Therefore,…

— Jon Porter

We are fortunate to have some of the greatest and best teachers in the world, but we want to make sure that…

— Jon Porter

We have an epidemic of sexual predators following our children, whether it be on the computers, whether it be in our public…

— Jon Porter

It is imperative that when thousands of selfless volunteers respond to those who have incurred the wrath of a natural disaster that…

— Jon Porter

As a member of Congress, and a parent, I understand the importance of ensuring that families are able to provide a meaningful…

— Jon Porter

The United States Jewish population has made many vital contributions in all areas of our society in such ways as helping to…

— Jon Porter

Tax cuts continue to benefit families, seniors, and small business owners, as evidenced by unparalleled economic growth in Nevada and across the…

— Jon Porter

We need to make sure that the fast-growing States and the balance of States in this country have as much information as…

— Jon Porter

As a Member of Congress from one of the fastest growing States in the country, we hire close to 2,500 new teachers…

— Jon Porter

In light of the recent controversy surrounding foreign management of U.S. Ports, a thorough review of foreign management of U.S. airports needs…

— Jon Porter

Many students graduate from college and professional schools, including those of social work, nursing, medicine, teaching and law, with crushing debt burdens.

— Jon Porter

Presently, the Commission for Commemorating 350 Years of American Jewish History has been brought about to encourage and sponsor a variety of…

— Jon Porter

We were reminded first-hand of the work that still needs to be done in Iraq on the security front when insurgents fired…

— Jon Porter

Interestingly, the American Embassy mentioned that our efficient relief effort has significantly improved the image of the United States among the Pakistani…

— Jon Porter

And as a Member of this body, I believe firmly that States do have rights, and I believe that local communities have…

— Jon Porter

The Patriot Act removed major legal barriers that prevented the law enforcement, intelligence, and national defense communities from talking and coordinating their…

— Jon Porter

By providing our school districts with direct access to criminal information records, we can help ensure timely and complete information on prospective…

— Jon Porter

With tens of thousands of patients dying every year from preventable medical errors, it is imperative that we embrace available technologies and…

— Jon Porter

We must work to ensure that the Nevada Cancer Institute continues to receive the dollars necessary to make it a vibrant source…

— Jon Porter

The generosity of the American public toward the victims of Hurricane Katrina and the Tsunami has been reflected in the outpouring of…

— Jon Porter

Jewish immigration in the 20th century was fueled by the Holocaust, which destroyed most of the European Jewish community. The migration made…

— Jon Porter

As we continue to fight the War on Terror, it is imperative that we protect America's fallen heroes by ensuring that they…

— Jon Porter