Let's not dismiss or attack individual ideas as being inadequate before we have had a chance to assess their positive effect as part of a whole solution. John Thune assesattackchance Change image and share on social
I think that if Republicans are given the reins of leadership in the House or Senate or both, we will have to govern in a way - at least put forward solutions whether or not the president goes along with them or not, that deal with these long-term challenges. John Thune challengedealforward share on social
I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty, and freedom. It is the history of our nation, and it's marked by the blood of those who died defending it. John Thune bloodclothdefend share on social
Because of my upbringing, I believe in things like limited government, fiscal responsibility and personal accountability. I believe in the wisdom of our founders and the sanctity of our Constitution. John Thune accountabilityconstitutionfiscal Change image and share on social
Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, although they're not officially debt of the federal government, they are off-balance-sheet debt. John Thune balancedebtfannie Change image and share on social
We must ensure that today's seniors' benefits are rock solid and find a solution that fixes Social Security for the next generation that is just entering the workforce. John Thune benefitensureenter Change image and share on social
The closest I've come to being on a reality TV show is C-SPAN's live coverage of the Senate floor. John Thune closecoveragefloor Change image and share on social
I think the problem with President Obama - and I like him personally, I came into the Senate with him - is his agenda. John Thune agendumobamapersonally Change image and share on social
We must work together to save and strengthen Social Security not just for my father's generation but also for my daughters' generation. John Thune daughterfathergeneration Change image and share on social
If you're blessed enough to serve in public office, then you shouldn't just talk a good game about your values; you should cast your vote according to them. John Thune blesscastgame Change image and share on social
