07/13/2009
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"I believe that the state of the agricultural economy is strong--and that the strength of American agriculture is driving further economic opportunity across rural America."
"I am proud to be here today as Secretary of Agriculture, and while I appreciate the fact that you all think I can be here for 4 years, I serve at the pleasure of the President."
"Like you, I am very concerned about the impact of the March 1 sequester on the American economy."
"I deeply hope that Congressional leaders will reach an agreement to achieve deficit reduction while averting an across-the-board cut."