Darlene Hooley: “However, one thing they should all be able to agree on is country-of-origin labeling. This is something that farmers…”

“However, one thing they should all be able to agree on is country-of-origin labeling. This is something that farmers want, this is something that consumers want, and this is something that your constituents want. There are hundreds of local, regional, and national organizations that support country-of-origin labeling. These include the American Farm Bureau, National Farmers Union, United Stockgrowers of America, National Consumers League, Consumer Federation of America, Public Citizen, and hundreds of other organizations. I have in front of me a potato and an onion. These were purchased at the grocery store last night. Where were they grown? I have not a clue. Now, I have a hat. I know exactly where this hat is made. This I just wear on my head; this is what I put in my mouth. Which is the most important to know where it is made? I think it is the food you put in your mouth. It is my right to know as a consumer where that food comes from.”