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VP nominee @Tim_Walz reminds me of my late Grandpa Arnie, who helped raise me on our Kansas farm. (Readers of Heartland might remember him well!) New op-ed by me tomorrow for @nytimes.

I grew up in Butte, Nebraska — a small town of 400. I spent summers on the family farm. I had 24 classmates — some are here today. And I wouldn’t trade it — or them — for the world.

I’ve loved Tim since we were teachers at the same high school. Whether it’s on a farm, fishing boat, or football field, his commitment to service comes from the values we grew up with. I’m so happy the world now gets to know him.

@DGComedy My wife and I were both tearing up when Coach Walz was on stage. So impresssive! Gus's reaction to his father seemed entirely normal to us. A son who loves his father watching him step up into history at a pivotal moment for our country. So much love and hope, pride and joy.

↖️ Kid from rural Maine strongly recommends this beautiful piece from @Sarah_Smarsh: “Imagine if the type of person you most loathe became the symbol for your people and place. It has been, for me and so many others, excruciating.” nytimes.com/2024/08/07/opi…

A MILLION times this. There are tons of progressive-minded people in Texas et al. And tons of conservative-minded people in California et al. We NEED to get out of this us/them mentality. STAT!!!

Last week, @GovTimWalz and I launched a new round of down payment assistance offering up to $15,000 for folks to purchase their first farm.   We’ll keep working to ensure our ag industry – and the families behind it – remain strong.

"Imagine if the type of person you most loathe became the symbol for your people and place. It's been, for me and so many others, excruciating." @Sarah_Smarsh on what the Walz pick means for rural Dems after years of their region being seen as Trumpland: nytimes.com/2024/08/07/opi…

What a relief to see Tim Walz emerge on the national stage, “who embodies the earnest, humane, rural people who shaped me and the prairie populism that shaped the progressive foundations of the Great Plains,” @Sarah_Smarsh writes. Read: nyti.ms/4cjBq5x

Did you know journalists don't write the headlines for their pieces? (Editors do.) My recent NYTimes op-ed celebrated @Tim_Walz on the Democratic presidential ticket. The headline suggested he's the only Democrat in DC with rural working-class bona fides. Almost but not quite. 🤠

My new book is here. Gosh it's good to hold. I’ll tell you what, having just recorded the audiobook against the backdrop of current events--the contents are timely. Out Sep. 10, but nothing wrong with pre-ordering! 🤠 @ScribnerBooks @thebookgrp

Book tour comin' in hot--now with a new date to kick off at the iconic @strandbookstore in New York! On tap: -Nuance that red & blue maps don't capture -Class & place as overlooked aspects of identity -Humanity over stereotypes Just those little things. See you there.

#AgriTourism Rancho Almasomos in Cornville seeks to become Arizona’s first certified biodynamic farm. Kat Massey purchased the farm’s 131 acres in 2021.  Massey had previously worked at the Chicago Board of Trade in the grain industry. journalaz.com/2023/04/10/ran… via @Journalaz.com

💯 for all manufacturers not just for yeoman farmers!

While "reach out if you need help" is well-intentioned, it may not always be effective for someone struggling with mental health. Here's why and how we can check-in instead: Why "Reach Out" Might Not Work: Stigma: Fear of judgment can prevent someone from seeking help. Overwhelm: When in a mental health crisis, reaching out can feel insurmountable. Isolation: Those struggling might feel disconnected and unable to communicate their needs. How to Check-In: Be Proactive: Don't wait for them to reach out. Send a message or give them a call. Offer Specific Support: Instead of a general "let me know if you need anything," offer specific help like a chat, a walk, or help with errands. Listen Without Judgment: Create a safe space where they can share their feelings without fear of judgment. Follow Up: One check-in might not be enough. Keep the lines of communication open. Remember, small gestures can make a big difference. Let's be there for each other. 💚

We need more of this and less forever chemicals

Gro’s CEO, @SaraMenker, spoke to @FastCompany's Grace Snelling to discuss how Gro can track ‘factors like wildfires, floods, sea level rise, & crop varieties’ to help global leaders better understand the effects of extreme weather & climate change. bit.ly/46ZP6Qe