Bobby Rush: “There should be some consensus, some real input, which we did not have.”

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

I am absolutely committed to the idea, and the potential, of trying to create a unity of will, a unity of spirit, and a unity of understanding, in terms of the whole cooperative sector of our society.

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

It's imperative we safeguard both these program titles for our national security and the economic viability of U.S. farmers and ranchers.