Debbie Stabenow actually said...

"We also greatly appreciate the efforts of Ranking Member Stabenow for urging all farmers to be considered when making significant changes to farm bill programs."

"I do think it is important, though, to raise this in the context of comments that have been made"

"I would like to ask each of you about how we continue to support beginning farmers, which we know is so important."

"There is a broader discussion that Senator Thune raised that is an important discussion."