Doug Burgum
Politician
1956-08-01
Quotes by Doug Burgum
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Because of differences in geography, density, socio-economic patterns, each of our states are very different. A one-size-fits-all federal approach won't work. Our economy is too complex. The country is too complex.
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There's a broad spectrum of Americans that are really frustrated with the discourse that's happening at the edge. And part of the reason they're frustrated is because there aren't candidates, there aren't choices on the ballot, to talk about the things that matter to them.
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Everything we do in state government, we do with a shared purpose: to Empower People, Improve Lives and Inspire Success. Combined with our shared values of gratitude, curiosity, humility and courage, we're working to develop a positive and innovative state government culture in North Dakota.
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North Dakota is already an energy and ag powerhouse, and we're excited to build on our reputation as states that feed and fuel the world with environmental stewardship and a focus on innovation over regulation to meet our nation's evolving energy needs.
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As North Dakota's only national park, Theodore Roosevelt National Park is a top tourism destination, and fall is a prime season for outdoor activities in North Dakota.
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My role as North Dakota's elected leader is to use my influence to unleash innovation. There are innovators in state government, you just have to find them and help them get freed up.
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When I ran for governor in 2016, we shook up the political establishment - then cut more than a billion dollars in spending, balanced the budget, unleashed energy production, and diversified the economy.
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Acts of vandalism, harassment and trespass are not a part of North Dakota's character and will not be tolerated.
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People are yearning for leadership, and leadership to them does not mean a life spent as a career politician in North Dakota. It means someone who's got the characteristics of integrity and honesty. Someone you can trust and someone who's willing to take risks, someone who can take a leap and not know where they're going to land.
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