Top 100 Quotes & Sayings by Kim Reynolds - Page 2

What a country and state we live in where a small-town girl from rural Iowa can become governor and have the opportunity to serve Iowans at the highest level.

My vision is to give the people of Iowa a place to call home that unleashes opportunity at every turn.

I believe that the Trump-Pence ticket is the team that can turn this country around, improve the lives of Americans and Iowans and especially those of women.

I believe that the definition of marriage is between one man and one woman from a religious aspect. That is my belief. I have stated that. I always have believed that.

I've raised my children to respect that flag, to stand, to put their hand across their heart and to recognize those sacrifices that have been made and I believe they're raising their children with that same belief.

I grew up in a small town in Iowa, town of about 500 people.

Connected communities are fundamental to all aspects of growth and prosperity, and essential to keep our young people and attract others to rural Iowa.

People can't work and have the quality of life they deserve if they aren't healthy.

If we do that - if we bring prosperity to every corner - then Iowa will remain the best state in the nation.

The amount of start-ups that are being generated from Israel, and it's such a small state, they're looking for markets to really take those businesses in scale. We really, I think, have done a good job of indicating how Iowa is a good place for that.

We're going to continue to look for ways that we can make our state competitive.

I believe that Iowa is - and ought to be - a place where, if you're willing to work for it, you can make your dreams come true.

I was raised to pay respect to the flag. That is a symbol that stands for the men and women who have put their life on the line to protect the liberty and freedom that we have an opportunity to enjoy every single day.

In a small town, everyone works together and does life together, and because of that everyone takes care of each other. That's Iowa. Whether it's Des Moines or Sioux Center, Decorah or Davenport, Iowans exhibit those small-town values. They work hard, but not so much for themselves. They're ambitious, but not at the expense of others.

Compromise is part of how we get things done.

Farmers in Iowa know that I've been out there, and manufacturers, fighting for them every single day.

Volunteering is as Iowan as pork chop on a stick at the State Fair.

Well for sure I'm conservative.

We have to do everything we can to help students and adult learners to prepare for the careers of today as well as the careers of tomorrow.

I think I'm approachable, I think I'm accessible and I want to make sure that Iowans know that so that they feel comfortable with me.

I'm proud to be pro-life.

I won't stop until every Iowan has an opportunity to succeed.

We need to look for ways to secure our schools, single-point of entrance.

I've had just an amazing opportunity to serve with Gov. Branstad. Not all lieutenant governors have the opportunity to be as involved in the administration as I have had.

Whether it was investing in a strong workforce, leading the charge to protect our children or voting to balance our budget, I've seen Ashley Hinson step up and work tirelessly in the state legislature to fight for Iowans.

What I've found is that every time you have that uncertainty, if you face it, walk through it, you grow as an individual and gain confidence.

Iowa's small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities and the engine behind our economy.

Welfare reform passed in the 90s worked because states were given maximum authority along with adequate funding. This model can work for the repeal and replacement of Obamacare.

No parent, family member, or friend should be told that treatment isn't available for their loved one. By establishing a dedicated and stable fund for mental health, we will give hope to so many who are suffering in silence.

We have no interest in raising taxes.

Iowa truly is a place where if you work hard, dream big, anything is possible.

I will always be a relentless advocate for our farmers, producers, and our way of life.

My journey started in the courthouse and went to the statehouse.

I just believe that we should never stop fighting on behalf of the unborn and that's what we're going to do.

Long-term, Congress needs to replace Obamacare with market-driven health reform that's affordable for everyday Iowans and empowers consumers.

I've made it pretty clear that I can't legislate or dictate proper behavior. You can't. You do everything that you can.

Don't be afraid to step through some of that uncertainty that you might feel when you're passionate about doing something.

When you show no willingness to compromise, then nothing ever happens.

The Invest in Iowa Act is a bold vision for Iowa that lowers the overall tax burden on Iowans, and invests significantly in mental health and water quality.

We need to make sure that we have mental health counselors in our schools. We need to make sure that we have possibly a law enforcement security guards in each one of the schools.