Pat Roberts: “I am opposed to long lines and people waiting an inordinate amount of time.”

I call this hearing of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee to order.

Your point is extremely valid. Other countries have beat us to the punch, and we have got to get busy.

I hope we do not stumble on it, and that is to somehow get back engaged with TPP.

These very important missions will be even better served with the necessary key leadership in place.