sequestration to me is just unconscionable. We need to find a way to fix it.

Confidence is the key here. We do not need 100,000 troops in Afghanistan post-2014.

yes, we think they are trying to develop a nuclear weapon and we are not going to let them.

I want a generous benefit, but I want a sustainable benefit. Do you agree with me that TRICARE is not sustainable?

We have publicly, privately, and repeatedly urged our Russian counterparts to cease arms sales and deliveries to Syria.

I do not support the sequestration process and believe we should be setting priorities

I would just indicate to my colleague who has been such a strong advocate for his State, for his growers, his people--I am very grateful for that. He has made his case very strongly. I understand that once a tree is exposed to the disease…

I urge a ``yes'' vote on the Leahy amendment. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to the Leahy amendment.

Madam President, I yield time now to the Senator from Florida for a colloquy with myself. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Florida. Greening

Madam President, at this point I want to take a moment before we vote today to recognize folks who have worked so hard to get us to this point. First of all, I thank my colleagues in advance for coming together one more time and leading…

I see the distinguished Senator from North Dakota on the floor. This is Senator Heitkamp's first farm bill we are about ready to vote on. She has been an extraordinary voice and really hit the ground running. It is my pleasure to yield 5…

That truly is what we are trying to inspire with this innovation provision we are trying to help companies think outside the box in how they can improve their processes. Their efforts in both energy generation from waste and land…

I appreciate the Senator mentioning Verso, since they also have a mill in Quinnesec, MI and recently made a significant investment in upgrading its energy system. It is our intention that products that are sourced with innovative sourcing…

Madam President, let me just say in conclusion that I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure there is a guaranteed source of funding for the citrus trust fund. I understand the devastation to an entire industry that he is…

Yes, it is our intent to include forest products that apply an innovative approach to growing, harvesting, sourcing, procuring, processing, manufacturing, or application of biobased products. Products should be included regardless of the…

I thank the Senator for raising this important issue. In Michigan the same industries employ over 24,600 people and I agree that these jobs are vital to the economy. I was pleased to be able to lay out a clearer path forward in this farm…

Madam President, I rise today in support of the Senate farm bill, S. 954, which would make significant reforms to federal agriculture programs and important investments in nutrition, conservation, and rural development. In addition to…

What you said about adults not recognizing this problem in this country is, I think, so important to underscore.