There are ways we can go do a better job of educating young moms and dads about the vital role they have as the childs first teacher. I think there are ways in which we can partner with local school districts and states to do a better job to provide nutrition options at school. – Tom Vilsack
When youve paid your debt to society, you need to be reconnected and re-engaged in society. – Tom Vilsack
In the past 40 years, the United States lost more than a million farmers and ranchers. Many of our farmers are aging. Today, only nine percent of family farm income comes from farming, and more and more of our farmers are looking elsewhere for their primary source of income. – Tom Vilsack
Food is a fairly significant aspect of my life. I have struggled mightily with food. With my weight. And Im conscious of it. So I have a sensitivity to people who struggle with their weight. – Tom Vilsack