Senator Kerry is Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and he knows that small businesses are the backbone of our economy.

Issues like affordable health care, tax incentives to encourage investments, the SBA Disaster Loan Program, business opportunities for veterans, and entrepreneurial development all impact small businesses, and Senator Kerry wants to make that sure you’re included in the discussions that affect small businesses everywhere.

He will be participating in a special live web chat hosted by Slate.com and OPENforum.com to answer your questions on small business issues this afternoon, Wednesday, Nov. 14, beginning at 4:00 pm ET.

Discover what the Senate and the members of the Committee are doing to promote and protect small businesses in the U.S. — follow this link to submit your questions and follow the conversation live online today!