A Conversation With Dan Imhoff, Part 5: Why Is The Farm Bill A Conversation With Dan Imhoff, Part 5: Why Is The Farm Bill
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Politics can often seem far removed from our present reality; sometimes, far removed from reality itself. How many of us know much about the Farm Bill, or realise how much over the decades it has shaped agriculture production in this country? For those inclined towards disinterest, or for those unaware, this segment may put fire in your belly.

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A Conversation With Dan Imhoff, Part 2: Historical Roots and A Conversation With Dan Imhoff, Part 2: Historical Roots and
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The Farm Bill comes up for renewal every 5 to 7 years. But upon passage, that is just the beginning of a yearly battle for allocation of those funds. Part 2 reveals the surprising truth about what the Farm Bill really offers, and how it has evolved from its original purpose.

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Food Crisis & The Farm Bill - CAP\ Food Crisis & The Farm Bill - CAP's Caldwell on Fox News
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Jake Caldwell of the Center for American Progress joined Fox News to discuss the farm bill and the impact of biofuel production on the growing food crisis.
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A Conversation With Dan Imhoff, Part 3: The System Is Broken A Conversation With Dan Imhoff, Part 3: The System Is Broken
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In Part 3, Imhoff explains the inequities of the Farm Bill, and offers some suggestions to help remedy these problems.

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