The pride people take in their work transcends to their homes, their education, families and communities.

Iowa is home to teachers, farmers, lawyers, factory workers, and many others who work hard every day to provide the best for their families and their future.

The American Dream is one of success, home ownership, college education for one's children, and have a secure job to provide these and other goals.

The March on Washington was a culmination of years of hard work and dedication of many individuals.

Our nation's military and law enforcement personal work hard to protect us. We must thank them for their continued vigilance. Without their sacrifice we would less capable of protecting our nation.

I am committed to ensure that our intelligence community, law enforcement, medical professionals, and military have the information and funding needed to protect the American people from threats at home and abroad.