In this episode, Representative Pete Stauber discusses his deep roots in Northern Minnesota and his transition from a 31-year career as a police officer and small business owner to a member of Congress. Stauber shares his "yearning to serve" the 8th District and emphasizes the importance of civil discourse and bipartisanship in modern politics. The conversation dives deep into the "economic engine" of the Iron Range, exploring the challenges of permitting reform, the strategic importance of critical minerals like nickel, and the future of American steelmaking following the U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel arrangement.