I recently returned from a trip to South Korea where I was able to talk to the Korean people about their history, their country, and their hope for the future.  While there, I was able to visit not only the DMZ, a reminder that the Cold War still exists in some places in the world, but also Dorasan Station, a vision of the future of a unified Korea. Dorasan Station is known not as the last stop in South Korea, but the first stop in North Korea.  With this train station all of Korea is connected and it leads to markets all across Asia and Europe.  A unified Korea would benefit all Koreans, which is why the US must help in dealing with North Korea, and make it part of the international community. Only with a strong showing from the US and the international community can Korea achieve its dream, a strong unified country that is free and prosperous. 

As I kick off my campaign and the launch of my website I could not have picked a better day, July 4th.  On the day that we celebrate the birth of our country I believe it is fitting that we all become involved in the political process that was outlined by the founding fathers.  Our elected officials do not owe their position to political parties or major corporations, but to the American people that they serve.  With your help I hope to return politics to where it belongs, the people.  Enjoy the 4th with your family and friends and take time to remember the men who risked their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor as they signed the Declaration of Independence 230 years ago.