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Our military, police, and first responders risk their lives to protect ours, and so today - and every day - we should thank those who serve and honor those we've lost.
Kim Reynolds
Work-based learning is a game changer. It's like test driving a career, and I have seen it in action with our registered apprenticeship programs for high school students.
The fact is we can't prevent people from getting the COVID-19 virus.
Whether it was investing in a strong workforce, leading the charge to protect our children or voting to balance our budget, I've seen Ashley Hinson step up and work tirelessly in the state legislature to fight for Iowans.
The power of prayer and faith in God is something that has guided so many of us in good times and bad.
We have all been impacted by COVID-19. Some of us have lost a loved one and others know those who are sick.
My message is that it's never too late. If it's something you want to do or if it's important to you, go for it.
We will maintain and honor the commitments made to people in the IPERS system.
There is no civil discourse left and it is really sad.
I was raised to pay respect to the flag. That is a symbol that stands for the men and women who have put their life on the line to protect the liberty and freedom that we have an opportunity to enjoy every single day.
Part of being a successful leader is listening and looking for opportunities to bring people together.
Broadband is not a luxury; it's critical infrastructure.
If there is one thing that COVID-19 has shown us, it's the little things that we likely took for granted that made our lives seem normal.
Never in my wildest dreams did I believe a young girl growing up in St. Charles, Ia., would one day receive a call from Terry Branstad asking her to be his lieutenant governor.
I'm not about change for the sake of change, but we should always be evaluating any initiative we're working on to see if we can do it better.
I'm a pretty good listener.
In a small town, residents don't wait for the government or far-flung strangers to take care of their ailing neighbors; they do it themselves. When a farmer gets sick, the community drops everything to harvest his crops.
Volunteering is as Iowan as pork chop on a stick at the State Fair.
I'm not one to be satisfied.
Iowa truly is a place where if you work hard, dream big, anything is possible.
Both parties recognize the fundamental danger the country's debt poses to our nation's future, but President Obama's policies have not reflected that reality. By the end of his first term, his administration will have nearly doubled our public debt.
You have to be careful about measuring the quality of education by the sheer number of dollars that you put into it.
We know the job market is changing by the minute.
In Iowa, we're fortunate to have a public-private initiative called the EPIC Corporate Challenge. EPIC stands for 'Economic Potential for Iowa Companies and Communities.'
In an increasingly volatile and uncertain world, the men and women of the Iowa National Guard play a vital role in overseas contingency operations, domestic response missions and aggressive training exercises to remain a ready and reliable force.
I'm proud to be pro-life.
How do you say 'thank you' to a community who gave you a second chance? A lot of people don't get a second chance.
Children certainly can't learn if they're dealing with trauma or mental illness.
I'm never satisfied with status quo, and a desire to make a difference is what drives me.
From disaster relief to representation in Congress, the census plays an important role in protecting Iowa's future.
Iowa's small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities and the engine behind our economy.
As a mom, grandma and governor of Iowa, I believe we have an opportunity and a responsibility to combat the teen vaping epidemic.
In Iowa it's a low cost of living, a short commute. Your money goes twice as far. There are so many opportunities that exist in our state and we need to do a better job of touting that.
Reach out to the military-connected youth in your classrooms, your neighborhoods and your families and offer your gratitude for the service they undoubtedly provide in supporting, uplifting and encouraging the men and women of the United States armed forces.
Increased demands on the members of the Iowa National Guard often means increased time away from home and increased responsibility for those left behind.
I believe that victims of sexual harassment must be allowed to tell their story on their time, in their own way.
It takes courage to come forward, and I don't want any victim of sexual harassment to think twice about doing so.
To those state and local government employees who care deeply about this issue, let me be crystal clear: Under my watch, your IPERS is safe. It will not change; it will be protected; and you will have the retirement you were promised. Period.
Because of fiscal responsibility, we will keep taxes low and maintain important priorities like IPERS.
I spent 19 years as a local government official; I spent two years in the Iowa Senate; my daughter is a public school teacher. We're all counting on IPERS. The public servants are counting on the system they were promised when entering public service.
The executive female talent gap is real, and that's why it's critical to champion women throughout their careers.
Having more women in leadership helps our economy grow strong and our communities become even more vibrant.
For all of our history, it has been an article of faith that we in America bestow unto our children and grandchildren a nation that is stronger than the one we were given.
If President Obama is re-elected, he will continue to spend more money than we take in and to expand a debt that's already on the verge of being unsalvageable. That's a future that should frighten every American, no matter what their generation.
I understand the world of addiction. I get it. I know how fleeting recovery can be.
It's vital our students think differently and explore their options when it comes to post-secondary education, so they can be adaptable in the disruptive economy of the future.
Each day, we're sharpening Iowa's competitive edge in education and expanding our workplace partnerships with job-ready, STEM savvy, lifelong learners.
As lieutenant governor, I've traveled the world representing Iowa, working to expand our markets, while bringing investment and jobs to our state. I've worked on policy that attracts, retains and expands high-tech firms and fosters growth across Iowa.
We ought to be able to talk about ideas, we ought to be able to debate ideas because that's how you get to consensus and that's how you move this country forward and that's how you move this state forward. We do a better job of it in Iowa. We do.
Would I like to see more women in the courts? Yep.