31 Quotes by Leonard Boswell

Each state in the Union is honored in the order of when it ratified the Constitution and became a part of the United States. This September it is Iowa's turn. Iowa became the 29th state to be admitted to the union on December 28, 1846.

As the 29th state to join the United States of America, it is our turn to show the nation what represents Iowa. Our commitment to quality education, hard work, and small-town values are all represented in the Iowa quarter.

While many things have changed since 1963, we still must continue the battle to ensure that all Americans are treated as equals.

More than a day off work, Labor Day celebrates years of hard work, dedication, innovation, and initiative by our nation's workforce.

If we move away from the barge traffic, the expense we would have of creating new roads and rail to accommodate this traffic would be daunting.

If we are putting our troops in imminent danger, we must do our best to provide them with peace of mind as well,

The 9/11 Commission strongly recommends that the National Intelligence Director be fully in control of the budget, from developing it to implementing it, to ensuring that the National Intelligence Director has the clout to make decisions.

The 9/11 Commission recently released their report, citing important changes which need to be made to improve our nation's homeland security. I voiced my disappointment with the House leadership when this report was left until after the August recess for action.

We must strive to ensure that the United States is a nation that values diversity, where we stand together as one people, as equal people.