Tom Vilsack’s Speeches
4.28.06: Tom Vilsack’s Speech to the South Carolina Democratic Party
On Friday, April 28th, Tom Vilsack delivered the keynote address at the South Carolina Democratic Party’s Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.
Read the transcript here.
4.24.06: Tom Vilsack’s Appearance on the Tavis Smiley Show
On Monday, April 24th, Tom Vilsack appeared on the Tavis Smiley show on PBS. Vilsack discussed his recent trip to Iraq and renewable fuels.
Read the transcript or watch a video clip here.
3.24.06: Tom Vilsack’s Speech to the Missouri Democratic Party
On Friday, March 24th, Tom Vilsack delivered a speech at the Missouri Democratic Party’s Jefferson-Jackson Dinner. Vilsack spoke about the importance of community and detailed the New American Bargain.
Read Tom Vilsack’s speech here.
1.10.06: Tom Vilsack’s Condition of the State Address
On Tuesday, January 10th, Tom Vilsack delivered his annual Condition of the State address to members of the Iowa General Assembly and other special guests. Vilsack called on Iowans to support innovation and creativity in education, economic development and health care.
Read Tom Vilsack’s delivered remarks for the Condition of the State address or watch it here.
12.10.05: Tom Vilsack’s Speech to the Florida Democratic Party
On Saturday, December 10th, Tom Vilsack gave a speech to the Florida Democratic Party. Vilsack gave a personal speech that reflected on the importance of community in his life and in our nation.
Read Tom Vilsack’s FDP speech here.
10.5.05: Tom Vilsack’s Speech at the Iowa Jefferson-Jackson Dinner
On Saturday, October 5th, Tom Vilsack gave a speech at the annual Iowa Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.
Watch Tom Vilsack’s JJ Dinner speech here.
7.25.05: Tom Vilsack’s Speech to the Democratic Leadership Council
On Monday, July 25th, Tom Vilsack made a speech to the Democratic Leadership Council. In his speech, Vilsack mentioned four challenges America faces in today’s age. Vilsack ended the speech by talking about the importance of community in his life.
Read Tom Vilsack’s DLC speech here or download the PDF.
7.7.05: Tom Vilsack’s Speech to the American Federation of Teachers
On Thursday, July 7th, Tom Vilsack gave a speech to the American Federation of Teachers. His speech touched on the need for a national commitment to education for quality preschool and childcare, teachers, and more rigor and relevance in high school curriculums.
Read Tom Vilsack’s AFT speech here or download the PDF.