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Senator Jerry Moran has recently highlighted his activities and reflections in a series of posts on social media, focusing on Kansas agribusiness, healthcare, and the legacy of Senator Robert J. Dole.

On July 21, 2025, Moran posted about his engagement with agricultural leaders in Kansas. He wrote, "Enjoyed meeting with the @ksgrainandfeed 2025 Agribusiness leaders last week. We discussed the importance of exporting KS commodities & programs like McGovern-Dole Food & Food for Peace, which help farmers sell excess crops to feed the hungry around the globe." The McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program and Food for Peace are U.S. government initiatives that support global food security by enabling American farmers to export surplus crops to countries facing hunger.

Later that day, Moran visited several healthcare facilities in Kansas before returning to Washington, D.C. In a post dated July 21, 2025, he stated: "Before returning to Washington, D.C., I visited three KS hospitals – Osborne County Memorial Hospital, Lincoln County Hospital & AdventHealth in Lenexa – to hear from staff about the great work they are doing to provide quality health care to their communities. We discussed the" These visits reflect ongoing efforts by local hospitals in rural Kansas communities to maintain access to quality healthcare despite challenges such as workforce shortages and financial pressures common among rural providers.

On July 22, 2025, Moran commemorated Senator Robert J. Dole's birthday by sharing: "On this date in 1923, a great Kansan and American hero was born – Senator Robert J. Dole. From serving on the battlefields in Europe during WWII to leading the U.S. Senate, Sen. Dole dedicated his life to serving Kansas and our country. In my office in D.C., I have a room called" Senator Dole is widely recognized for his military service during World War II and his long tenure as a U.S. senator representing Kansas.

Senator Jerry Moran represents Kansas in the United States Senate and frequently addresses issues related to agriculture policy and rural healthcare access—two sectors vital to many Kansans’ livelihoods.