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.

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.

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.

Never test your friends, You will be ashamed or disappointed.

The artist who is not also a craftsman is no good; but, alas, most of our artists are nothing else.

I've gone from singing to millions on a network show one day to singing to four people in a gymnasium in Casper, Wyo., the next.

For some reason, people always assign high cheekbones to some ethnicity, but apparently by their regards, everybody on earth has high cheekbones. So I don't know if that matters.

If I see something that inspires me, I'll dress like it.

Today’s enlightenment is tomorrows mistake

I was sad because I had no shoes, until I met a man who had no feet. So I said, "Got any shoes you’re not using?

Wait by the river long enough and the body of your enemy will float by you.

Lean too much upon the approval of people, and it becomes a bed of thorns.

Belief is a form of infantilism. There is no ground for believing anything.