Scalise is known as a staunch conservative who advocates for the principles of fiscal discipline, low taxes, ethics reform, a strong national defense and traditional family values. As a member of the powerful Energy and Commerce Committee, Scalise has already emerged as one of the leaders in Congress in pushing for a strong national energy policy that increases the supply of American oil to lower gas prices at the pump and reduce our dependence on Middle Eastern oil. He has also been a vocal leader in the fight for fiscal discipline to reign in out-of-control spending in Washington, and has made hurricane recovery and flood protection a top priority.  Read the rest of his bio…