I can assure you that my wife and I - every penny of income we've ever had, our taxes were paid in West Virginia.

Every child should have a safe place in their life.

Every child should have a caring adult in their lives. And that's not always a biological parent or family member. It may be a friend or neighbor. Often times it is a teacher.

A child's geographic location, race or parent's income level should not predetermine their life's course and it's up to us to see that they don't.

I fully expect to be able to complete one more campaign goal - and that is to proudly report that signs have been erected as you enter our great state that say 'Welcome to Wild, Wonderful West Virginia: Open for Business!'

I want each and every West Virginian to have bragging rights. I want to stop playing defense and start playing offense. So, together, let us grab the reins of history.