Pat Roberts: “I think that there's a peer review for my distinguished colleague from Massachusetts.”

His brand of unconditional cordiality is increasingly rare, and this institution sure could use a lot more of it.

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

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.