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Agriculture
South Dakota’s number one industry is agriculture, which is why I have chosen to serve our farmers and ranchers as a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee and have helped write the last thr...Read More -
Environment
There is no question that we need common sense environmental policies that protect our natural resources. However, I am concerned that some policies coming out of Washington, D.C., will result in mor...Read More -
Fiscal Responsibility
Every South Dakota family must live within a budget, and I continue to believe the federal government should do the same. For too long, responsible budgeting has not been practiced in Washington, but ...Read More -
Health Care
I believe that reforming our health care system is necessary. However, like a growing number of Americans, I also believe the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, better known as ObamaCare, is ...Read More -
Homeland Security
The attacks of September 11, 2001 forced us to change the way we think about national security and how we protect our country here at home. The attacks in Paris on November 13, 2015 are a reminder tha...Read More -
Immigration
The primary role of a government is to provide for the security of its people. To do so, it is essential that we secure our borders and ports of entry. We must be diligent in assuring that individuals...Read More -
Indian Affairs
The culture and traditions of South Dakota's nine tribes have greatly contributed to the rich history of our state and our nation. At the same time, our tribes continue to face numerous challenges. Du...Read More -
Jobs & Economic Growth
The national unemployment rate remains high and families and small businesses struggle to make ends meet. The federal government continues placing burdensome regulations on businesses. Many companies ...Read More -
National Security & Foreign Policy
America must have a strong military to deter would-be adversaries and, when diplomatic efforts fail, protect our nation from acts or imminent threats of violence. That is why I support having a nation...Read More -
Protecting Life
As a member of Congress, I have a 100 percent pro-life voting record and have consistently supported a ban on abortion with the exceptions of rape, incest, and endangerment to a mother’s life. I...Read More -
Transportation
South Dakota’s wide open spaces mean the nearest hospital or airport can be many miles away. Without question, adequate federal funding and the stability provided by a long-term transportation b...Read More