Issues

Protecting Our Freedoms and Privacy
Protecting the First Amendment has been a key priority in Pat Leahy's 30-year tenure in the U.S. Senate. Americans should not have to trade-in their constitutional rights in order to combat terrorism. »
Judicial Nominations
As Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee from 2001-2003 and as the committee's Democratic leader, Pat Leahy has fought to protect the independence of America's federal judiciary. Pat Leahy has taken on difficult fights in considering nominees for life-time appointments that are far removed from the mainstream. He believes that judicial activists who place their personal ideology above the law threaten the independence of our courts. »
Foreign Policy
Pat Leahy has been a leader in the protection of human rights and in the promotion of peaceful solutions to world-wide conflicts. He's worked as the head of his party on the Foreign Operations Subcommittee for more than a decade, fighting to make a priority of constructive international efforts, including those having to do with HIV/AIDS, disaster relief, refugee aid, global vaccinations and health programs. »
Protecting the Environment
From our snow-topped Green Mountains to our crystal blue lakes, Vermonters have always placed high value on the environment. Senator Leahy is proud to represent these values in the United States Senate. By leading the way on clean air, clean water, and renewable energy policy, he has proposed the first comprehensive plan to curb mercury pollution and enact the nation's first "green" farm bills which have helped farmers become strong partners in environmental progress in their communities. »
Seniors
Pat Leahy continues to work to ensure that today's seniors have expanded access to health care and prescription drugs, better protection from criminals, and remain connected as vital parts of the community. »
Technology
Known as the "cyber Senator," Pat Leahy is one of the most tech-savvy members of Congress. In addition to being a founding member and co-chair of the Congressional Internet Caucus and one of the first senators to launch a web page, this June Pat Leahy will be holding his eighth annual statewide E-business seminar. As technology advances, Pat Leahy has fought to protect privacy while also working to use technology to benefit the people of Vermont at home, school, and work. »