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.

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.

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.

I don't want to weaken the Patriot Act. I want to repeal it.

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

I will tell you, in the case of education, you have to make the investment if youre going to get the return. Theres no doubt about that. Its a proven fact the return is there if you make the investment. It really is about priorities.

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.