Tom Vilsack actually said...

"I would say that I am not familiar with your farming operation, but if I were you, I would be listening to Chuck Grassley."

"I take it very seriously, and I would appreciate the opportunity to have this privilege."

"I look forward, if I am confirmed, to working with this Committee and with the Congress and with the administration."

"It is a very important aspect of the Department and one that I am absolutely committed to working on."