Top 100 Quotes & Sayings by Mike Parson - Page 2

The COVID-19 crisis has severely impacted Missouri businesses. However, this challenge has not stopped them from stepping up and finding new ways to serve Missourians.

Missouri nonprofits have been a lifeline for many Missourians throughout the COVID-19 crisis.

We applaud President Trump for taking action to address our nation's workforce needs.

Missouri farm and ranch families are the backbone of this state.

Misclassifying workers creates an unnecessary cost to Missouri taxpayers and puts Missouri businesses at an unfair disadvantage.

Missouri will continue to be a strong and willing partner with the military.

Missouri has a rich history and diverse heritage that deserves a proper celebration.

Our roads, bridges, airports, railways, and river ports are our outlets to expand Missouri business, generate future growth, and expand to new emerging markets across the globe.

Government budgets are no different than our own at home. We must operate within our means, make fiscally responsible decisions, and invest wisely to ensure our next generation is given the same opportunities to succeed.

State of Missouri employees work tirelessly each and every day, committed to making the lives of Missourians better.

COVID-19 has had a major impact on our most vulnerable citizens and their families.

As a farmer, I understand firsthand the challenging circumstances the COVID-19 pandemic has created within our agriculture community.

We fully support the right of citizens to peacefully protest and are committed to protecting that right.

One of the biggest responsibilities the legislature holds every year is allocating our taxpayers' hard-earned money responsibly and efficiently.

To serve our citizens better and deliver the results they deserve, we must continue to build a strong workforce.

I want to be clear that violent crime isn't just a St. Louis or Kansas City problem.

Having today's technology available to our students is crucial in preparing our future workforce.

I appreciate President Trump's commitment and invitation to play a role in strengthening State and Federal government partnerships. It's important that we discuss best practices to tackle shared challenges and priorities.

As public servants, we constantly strive to be the best for the people of Missouri.

The Supreme Court should interpret the law, not make the law.

We always want to do what's best for our citizens, and we remain committed to finding solutions that will save Missouri taxpayers' hard earned dollars.

Expanding broadband is essential to our state's infrastructure.

Immigrants have and will continue to have an important role in Missouri and the United States. However, we must work together to help control the amount of illegal activity that passes through this country while giving legal immigrants a chance to succeed in this country.

It is important to take time out every year to honor state employees.

Every day that goes by when we can save innocent and unborn lives and protect the health and safety of women is a win.

We need to continue to make the Missouri tax code simple and fair.

I am incredibly proud of the hard work of our law enforcement officers and their commitment to protecting our communities.

Leadership is critical for any organization to succeed.

The jobs of tomorrow are high tech and high skill.

Any shortage of drinking water is a serious issue.

Missouri's public safety officers and first responders courageously and selflessly take on tremendous risks each time they answer a call. Each time they respond, they are quietly reaffirming their solemn commitment to risk their own lives to protect others. For this, they deserve our thanks, and continued prayers and support.

Our schools play an important role in preparing our students to enter the workforce.

In all my years in state government, it has been an honor to witness the devoted, loyal service of state employees.

If we are to change violent criminal acts across our state, we must work together.

The welfare of our children must always be a top priority.

The American dream will never be lost.

We owe it to our students to provide the best, high quality public education in Missouri.

The citizens of Missouri have high expectations for their state government. And, they should. They expect us to move our state, its economy, and its infrastructure forward, while fulfilling our most important duty - ensuring the safety of all Missourians.

The citizens of Missouri expect their government to perform well for them every day.

This will always be a nation of immigrants. It is the one common trait we all share.