ICYMI: Grassley in Wall Street Journal on What It Means to Be from Iowa

ICYMI: Grassley in Wall Street Journal on What It Means to Be from Iowa

BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - As Americans gather to celebrate the nation on the 250^th anniversary of its founding, U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) shared what being an Iowan means to him in a Free Expression opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal. The symposium-style feature includes just one contributor from each of the 50 states, with Grassley representing Iowa.

From Sea to Shining Sea

WSJ Free Expression

July 3, 2026

What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think about what it means to be from Iowa?

True grit. Iowans have a steely grip on our prized liberties, an inheritance shaped by civic responsibility to maintain our rights and pursue the promise of prosperity, equality and justice.

The understated "Iowa Nice" mindset guides our tireless work ethic, entrepreneurial spirit, common sense fiscal and environmental stewardship, bone-deep patriotism and neighbor-helping-neighbor way of life that makes the Hawkeye State the best place to put down roots and raise a family.

As a lifelong family farmer, I'm proud to call Iowa home.

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley

New Hartford, Iowa

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