Bob Goodlatte actually said...

"It has been estimated that around the globe, the Green Revolution has saved over a billion lives from starvation and countless millions more from the ravages of disease and sickness due to malnutritio..."

"The contribution of publicly supported agricultural research to advance food production and productivity is well documented."

"Many factors have contributed to the unparalleled success of American agriculture, the favorable soils and climate, hard work and dedication of farm families, free enterprise, transportation and commu..."

"I agree with the gentleman from North Carolina, Mr. Watt, that most of the questions we have here today need to be addressed."