It always is a battle for a Republican in Connecticut, even one who\'s a moderate like I am, and one who\'s an independent thinker.

I remember the early days when every month I had to decide whether I should continue to lease a typewriter or if I could finally afford to buy it. Yes, that $12 a month really made a difference in our budget.

More entrepreneurs are looking to come back to start businesses, and that is where SBA is perfectly positioned to be helping more people to realize their dreams.

Like all small-business owners, I know what it\'s like to take a risk on an idea, manage cash flow, navigate regulations and tax laws, and create jobs.