Tim Ryan is a relentless advocate for working families in Ohio's 13th District. He was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2002 and was sworn in on January 3, 2003. Congressman Ryan currently serves as a member of the powerful House Appropriations Committee which controls the expenditure of money by the federal government. Ryan is a dynamic leader in the House and speaks out on issues of particular concern in Northeast Ohio. He serves as co-chairman of the Congressional Manufacturing Caucus and remains a leader in the fight to strengthen America's manufacturing base and reform U.S. trade policies. He is a champion of efforts to make college more affordable, revitalize America's cities and improve the health and well-being of American families and children. He works closely with local officials and community leaders to advance local projects that enhance the economic competitiveness and help attract high-quality, high-paying jobs. Visit Barnes & Noble to learn more about Representative Tim Ryan's latest book Healing America: How a Simple Practice Can Help Us Recapture the American Spirit.