Tom Vilsack actually said...

"One of the most significant challenges we face in our National Forests is finding greater common ground among environmentalists, forest industry, and rural communities."

"I know Senator Wyden is considering a number of approaches to enact legislation that would codify the work of the stakeholders in this region-specific project."

"These performance goals are ambitious but sustainable and achievable provided there is sufficient funding to allow the Forest Service to prepare and implement stewardship contracts."

"I support the inclusion of language in proposed legislation that states it will not impact funds from other regions or forests."