Tom Vilsack
Tom Vilsack
Thomas James "Tom" Vilsackis an American politician who has served as the United States Secretary of Agriculture since 2009. A member of the Iowa Democratic Party, Vilsack served as the 40th Governor of Iowa from 1999 to 2007...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionPolitician
Date of Birth13 December 1950
CityPittsburgh, PA
CountryUnited States of America
struggle people weight
Food is a fairly significant aspect of my life. I have struggled mightily with food. With my weight. And I'm conscious of it. So I have a sensitivity to people who struggle with their weight.
iowa ideas issues
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.
america views community
What Republicans have done in my view is that they are systematically dismantling a sense of community in America.
community advantage should
During a national crisis, we as a nation become a single community and no one should take advantage of a crisis.
jobs responsibility safety
Now our job, our duty, our responsibility to ensure the safety and security of our citizens cannot be complete unless we guarantee health care security for our citizens.
healthy important essentials
A healthy workforce is essential to grow our state and compete in the global marketplace. These actions are important to improve the health security of Iowans by making healthcare more affordable and accessible.
needs debt paid
When you've paid your debt to society, you need to be reconnected and re-engaged in society.
strong iowa keys
Quality, affordable housing is a key element of a strong and secure Iowa.
average years poverty
Although they are some of the hardest working folks I know, rural Americans earn, on average, $11,000 less than their urban counterparts each year. And they are more likely to live in poverty.
government citizens healthcare
The future of healthcare security should include flexibility from the federal government to allow us to serve the state's most vulnerable citizens.
america political half
More than half of America's rural counties are losing population and with it, political representation.
pyramids giving doe
The food pyramid is very complicated. It doesn't give you as much info in a quick glance as the plate does.
fighting immigration administration
The Obama administration will continue to fight for a comprehensive immigration solution that includes AgJobs and a stable workforce for our farms.
america growth economic
There is more potential for economic growth in rural America than at any time in decades.