I grew up in a city. My parents would think there was something wrong with America if they knew I was secretary of agriculture.

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.

There is more potential for economic growth in rural America than at any time in decades.

Let us tackle the big issues with bold ideas that transform Iowa to accomplish our shared mission to grow Iowa, and realize our shared vision of Iowa as the best place to live, work and raise a family.

In his first year in office, President Obama pulled us back from the brink of the greatest economic crisis since the Great Depression and worked to lay a new foundation for economic growth. The president identified three key strategies to build that lasting prosperity: innovation, investment, and education.

I don't think the face of the Democratic Party is Nancy Pelosi.

The future of healthcare security should include flexibility from the federal government to allow us to serve the state's most vulnerable citizens.