Sonny Perdue

“A safe and abundant food supply is a national security issue.”

“I'm a farmer at heart. I grew up on a farm.”

“We want to make sure that our farmers are treated fairly.”

“We're a nation of innovators, and that's particularly true in agriculture.”

“My goal is to make USDA the most effective, most efficient, most customer-focused agency in the federal government.”

“Trade is a two-way street, and we want reciprocal and fair trade.”

“Fiscal responsibility is not a Republican or Democratic issue; it's an American issue.”

“When you have a better-educated workforce, you're going to have a better-paying workforce.”

“I've got a lot of common sense. I know what's right and what's wrong. I'm a straightforward, plain-talking guy.”

“I believe that government should be a servant of the people, not the other way around.”

“The backbone of our economy is the small business owner.”

“You know what the best form of welfare is? A job.”

“We believe in the dignity of work and the opportunity for everyone to succeed.”