Thank you very much, and you're the man for the job.

As far as the five African brigades, it's not as well defined as I'd like it.

I would only ask that you listen to some of the experiences of former Secretary James Baker.

It seems that in recent months traditional opponents to renewable fuels, particularly those on the other side of the aisle, have had a change of heart and now can be found on the stump exclaiming ethanol's virtues.

It's also critical that we consider the effects on other industries before legislating in the renewable fuels arena.

I quickly sent for this chart that we used in a previous hearing, it's just not true...

Good. Mr. Karsner, would you agree that the cellulosic biomass ethanol offers a better long term option for domestic renewable fuel products production than traditional sources that compete with fuel and feed crops?

Without regard for the reason, I am pleased to see that they have chosen to support the President's biofuels initiatives.

It seems that in recent months, traditional opponents to renewable fuels, particularly those on the other side of the aisle, have had a change of heart and can now be found on the stump exclaiming ethanol's virtues.

I think we have to do everything we can right now to promote American energy.

I am hopeful that they will take the time to study the issues fully and not just declare populist and politically expedient messages.

And considering that natural gas is the second most important feedstock in ethanol production, just second to corn, would you agree that opposing policies to increase domestic gas production while claiming to support increased renewable…