Keith Ellison Quotes & Sayings (Page 2)

“We need a strong farm bill that gives assistance to farmers during times of drought, creates markets for local goods, protects our environment, and helps struggling families bridge the gap between hard times and a full dinner table.”

“Environmental spending creates jobs in engineering, manufacturing, construction, materials, operations and maintenance.”

“Our democracy is not something to be taken for granted. You have to fight for it. You have to commit yourself to working for it - for the long haul.”

“There must be something in the water in Minnesota because historically, despite its seemingly homogeneous population, the state has produced some of our more radical political thinkers, and its people have put their prejudices aside to vote for them.”

“When you're a leader, you cannot ignore parts of your constituency, even if you know they're not going to vote for you.”

“If you can make a movie, make one. If you can sing a song, sing it. If you can write a play, write it. If you want to run for office, run. But do something to make this world a better place.”

“Americans used to be able to depend on their jobs to provide a stable retirement.”

“Clean air and a healthy climate benefit all of us, but it will take a diverse coalition to step up to the threat posed by unchecked climate change.”

“Every now and again, people on the far right take a quote from a progressive out of context and use it to attack them.”

“Progressive economic policies lead to a sustainable economy.”