Joni Ernst actually said...

"I thank you for that, and I have visited with a number of veterans, one in particular that returned to Iowa and is working in agriculture."

"I believe it is imperative that we focus on the causes of rural poverty and work to provide opportunities for folks to overcome obstacles."

"many of the veterans have expressed a real connection to the land, and it is often very therapeutic, as well, working with animals or working in the soil."

"We need to make sure that we are protecting our servicemembers as well as our civilians serving overseas."