E-mail a friendAugust 31, 2005
Rep. Heather Wilson, the only female vet in Congress, discusses her recent Iraq visit. R&B singer Eric Benet describes how his new music reflects facing and overcoming obstacles.
Rep. Heather Wilson
Rep. Heather Wilson
A leading House Republican on national security issues, New Mexico Rep. Heather Wilson is the first Air Force Academy graduate and only woman veteran currently in Congress. Elected in '98, she was previously secretary of the state's Children, Youth and Families Department and Director for European Defense Policy and Arms Control on the National Security Council staff. The Rhodes Scholar also has a Ph.D. in international relations. Wilson serves on the Energy and Commerce and Select Intelligence Committees.
Eric Benét
Eric Benét
R&B balladeer Eric Benét began showcasing his musical talent in church in the gospel choir. Growing up in a musical family, he knew at a young age that he wanted to pursue a music career. He formed the vocal group Benét while still in his teens and released his solo debut album in '96. His '99 album, 'A Day in the Life,' spawned the hits "Georgy Porgy" and "Spend My Life With You.' Benét also caught the acting bug with a recurring role on the WB's For Your Love sitcom. 'Hurricane' is his newest release.