Bobby Rush: “Are we doing enough as a Federal Government?”

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

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

Discrimination and prejudice absolutely should not be tolerated in any government program, any organization, or any individual.