I do not support a federal minimum wage. I think every state has a different economy, a different cost of living. I don't believe that's the role of the federal government. Joni Ernst costeconomyfederal Change image and share on social
You have to be a leader with a vision, and you have to show Iowans that you want it... and not just a woman. Joni Ernst iowanleadershow Change image and share on social
In the fields of southwest Iowa, my parents and grandparents worked and sacrificed. Like so many Iowans, the American Dream for them was never about wealth or fame. Their dream was to leave their children and grandchildren a better life, with greater opportunity, than their own. Joni Ernst americanchilddream share on social
I believe that businesses will do what is best for their business. I don't know that the government needs to be stepping in and telling them, 'This is what you will do.' Joni Ernst businessgovernmentstep Change image and share on social
We want Iowa to remain red. We have worked so hard to get here. We will not be a purple state: we will be a red state. Joni Ernst hardiowapurple Change image and share on social
I am a woman and, second, I have been to war. I am a combat veteran. This is not a war on women, and anytime Democrats use the word 'war,' they need to do it to honor our servicemen and women. Joni Ernst anytimecombatdemocrat Change image and share on social
I have never once claimed that I have a Combat Action Badge. I have never claimed that I have a Purple Heart. What I have claimed is that I have served in a combat zone. Joni Ernst actionbadgeclaim Change image and share on social
There's a lot we can achieve if we work together. Joni Ernst achievelotwork Change image and share on social
When I get to Washington, I'll know how to cut pork. Washington is full of big spenders. Let's make them squeal. Joni Ernst bigcutfull Change image and share on social
