I think there is some real therapy in getting your hands in the dirt and working with food.

I have great faith in the people of Montana; they can't be bought.

I want to remain that family farmer independence, which I think is so critical to this country. I think it's helped build this country.

Montana's ranchers raise the best cattle in the world. If Taco Bell needs to beef up, they can give their customers the highest quality meat around by using Montana beef, and in the process, supporting agriculture jobs in Montana.

Im a farmer. I always will be a farmer. When I die, Ill be a farmer. Its something that Ive wanted to do since I was 8 years old. I can tell you also that I see opportunity slipping away for our kids.

Montanans elected me to the Senate to do away with shady backroom deals and to make government work better.

I dont know how the other senators see me. I hope they see me as a farmer. Thats really what I am. But I dont think they see me on a tractor or fixing equipment. I hope they see me grounded, as somebody who has common sense.