We have a long tradition in this state of caring for our neighbors - it is truly an Iowa value.

Quality, affordable housing is a key element of a strong and secure Iowa.

The rise of childhood obesity has placed the health of an entire generation at risk.

One out of every 12 jobs in the economy is connected in some way, shape or form to what happens on the farm.

If we can get people to focus on fruits and vegetables and more healthy foods, we'll be better in terms of our healthcare situation.

Proper school nutrition must be complemented by activities outside of the cafeteria. The decisions parents make to keep their kids healthy are critical in fighting this battle on the home front.

People working together in a strong community with a shared goal and a common purpose can make the impossible possible.

There are a lot of farmers and ranchers who are struggling. I get on my knees every day. If I had a rain prayer or a rain dance I could do, I would do it.

The lack of access to proper nutrition is not only fueling obesity, it is leading to food insecurity and hunger among our children.

The future of healthcare security should include flexibility from the federal government to allow us to serve the state's most vulnerable citizens.

Americans ... want leaders who share their values, understand their needs, and respect their intelligence.

I had a dream about you last night... you were there.

When you are not full of the Holy Spirit, you easily cower in fear and lack a stand on truth

"If you don't make mistakes, you aren't really trying."

Marriage isn't supposed to make you happy - it's supposed to make you married.

Ancient history, besides the still unequalled excellence of the writers, is the best instrument for cultivating the historical sense.

Breaking is when someone starts to laugh in the middle of a scene, which is so fun to watch.

The only thing of value we can give kids is what we are, not what we have.

I'm from Tennessee. My mom lives in Nashville. I'm born and bred country. That's all I listen to.

Just as theater has to be where people live, actors have to go out in the marketplace - not be cut off by a lens. Either an artist grows or he stagnates.

Somebody steals from me, I'm gonna say you stole. Not talk to him for spitting on the sidewalk. Understand?