As a soldier and combat veteran, I believe American military forces should only be used in the defense and furtherance of our nation's vital interests.

I grew up working for the minimum wage at Hardee's and knows first hand how important the minimum wage is. I support a state based minimum wage so every state can set their own minimum wage based on their cost of living.

Healthcare should be about market driven solutions, not government mandates.

As a veteran, I believe we have a responsibility to take care of all our men and women who have served - and I will fight to fix the crisis at the Veterans Administration caused by negligent leadership in Washington.

What's right for New York or California, is not necessarily right for Iowa.

We need to repeal and replace Obamacare. It is the largest tax in U.S. history, has proven to be a job-killer, and has driven up the cost of healthcare.

Healthcare costs are rising due to Obamacare.