Local and regional food systems are about opportunity.

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.

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

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.

To conquer frustration, one must remain intensely focused on the outcome, not the obstacles.

Written words, if carefully laid down, represent the civilized ideal of reason.

Learn to live with self and you will learn to live with others.

Religion was important to me. My family and I were very religious. I acctualy believe the work I did was a calling from God himself.

[In my home workshop,] generally I'm mending things, which is interesting because you learn a lot about why they broke.

I was a new devotee of Eastern mysticism and even though I did not join that particular group, I could well have done. They seemed a bit extreme but I regarded myself as not quite ready.

Not that I'm against meat eating. But I think we're eating too much.

The simple and most complex answer is love.

Seize the day. Make your life extraordinary.

Empowerment is the inner joy of knowing that external force isn't necessary to be at harmony with oneself.