Bobby Rush: “We can accurately explain to the American people what happened and assure them that we are prepared for any contingency…”

I am continually concerned about the impact of any new costs on our nation's farmers and, specifically, the energy costs as it relates to minority farmers and consumers.

I am extremely interested in member cooperatives, and I am looking forward to ways to expand ag co-ops to urban areas.

I certainly want to thank you, Mr. Chairman, for this outstanding hearing this morning.

I certainly want to thank you, Mr. Chairman. This has been a very, very informative hearing, and I thank you for it.