Earl Blumenauer: “I was sad that it was cut in the last Farm Bill.”

House Democrats have collectively shown an impenetrable commitment to the people of sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti.

I seek the time in opposition to the amendment, although I am not opposed to it. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Oregon is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.

I can speak confidently for House Democrats when I say we are firmly committed to reauthorization of AGOA and HOPE before their expiration next year.

These things aren't going to get enacted into law, they are not going to make a difference to the American people. It is a distraction, it is a sideshow.