Why the Most Effective Politicians Walk Toward Conflict to Calm It—Not Away From It

from Cigar Caucus · host Sen. Tim Hutchinson

Senator Lankford shares insights on government waste, faith in public service, and the importance of bipartisan cooperation. He emphasizes the need for a solid foundation, ethical values, and practical service to bring purpose and meaning to public service.TakeawaysAddressing government waste and inefficiencyIntegrating faith in public serviceImportance of bipartisan cooperationEncouraging practical service and ethical valuesChapters00:00 The Steady Presence of Senator Lankford05:25 Challenges and Solutions11:04 Reflections on Congress16:46 Inner Workings of the Senate22:21 Bipartisan Collaboration29:01 Encouraging Public Service

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