

US Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack Talks DNC, Tim Walz & Labor Numbers.
Aug 21, 2024
US Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack shares insights on the political dynamics shaping rural America. He discusses the potential impact of Tim Walz's selection by Kamala Harris on electoral competitiveness in key states. The conversation highlights the challenges farmers face and the importance of boosting farmers' incomes for rural growth. Vilsack emphasizes the need for bipartisan solutions on immigration and tariffs and discusses federal investments aimed at revitalizing agriculture and supporting rural economies.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Economic Impacts of Immigration Policy and Tariffs
01:43 • 2min
Tim Walz's Potential Impact on Rural Electoral Competitiveness
03:39 • 2min
Iowa's Political Landscape and Agricultural Economic Opportunities
05:23 • 3min
The Importance of Farmers' Incomes and Rural Economic Growth
08:00 • 3min