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On the recordFebruary 1, 2022
some of the environmental community have continued to villainize farmers and ranchers even though modern American agriculture is the most sustainable in the world, and clearly provides climate benefits.
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Scott DesJarlais
Republican · Tennessee

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DesJarlais defends farmers against criticism from environmentalists, asserting their sustainability.

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