I think that you have shown again that you are a true champion for all farmers, all of agriculture, and I truly appreciate it.
Pat Roberts
The Public Record
Pat Roberts is a former United States Senator from Kansas, serving from 1997 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his work on agricultural policy and national security issues during his tenure. Before his time in the Senate, Roberts served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981 to 1997. Throughout his political career, he focused on issues important to Kansas, including farming and rural development. Roberts was also involved in various committees, including the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, where he played a significant role in shaping agricultural legislation.
I just worry, both from the lending standpoint and the producers' standpoint, we are going to be in a lot of trouble.
I want to make absolutely sure we do not repeat that, and we take all of the claims and concerns seriously.
It is impossible to abuse the filibuster because it is an expression of the people against majority's attempt to shut them out.
If there was ever a person who defended the filibuster, it was Robert C. Byrd.
If we are going to do this in a bipartisan way, we ought to change attitudes around here
this wound will not heal without a terrible price and a scar that will be with this House for many years





