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.

We need to balance the budget and force Washington to stop spending more than it takes in.

In the U.S. Senate, in the short term we need to reduce the tax burden on hard working individuals, families, and small businesses.

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

Healthcare costs are rising due to Obamacare.

I grew up castrating hogs on an Iowa farm, so when I come to Washington, I'll know how to cut pork.

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.