Chellie Pingree actually said...

"I really appreciate your deep level of understanding of engaging farmers and the importance of being our partners in climate change."

"the safety of workers in meat-packing plants is certainly something I and many others have been concerned about during the pandemic."

"Great. Well, can you commit that you will make this a top priority? I just think it is important to resolve this for once and for all."

"The President's budget included $161 million funding increase to support multiagency initiative to integrate science-based tools into conservation planning."