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Thursday, Sep 13, 2007 - 12:44:37 am CDT

I read with much interest the Local View on the opinion page of the Sept. 3 Lincoln Journal Star, “Efforts to restrict irrigation in this state make no sense,” authored by Don Adams, executive director of Nebraskans First.

It was refreshing to hear someone question the activities in recent years to regulate irrigation in the Republican River watershed in Nebraska. One would think those awful, thoughtless irrigators across the Kansas line in south-central Nebraska are recklessly taking water away from Kansas farmers.

The real problem stems from shortsighted agreements executed a half-century ago. Central Kansas had suffered through a series of severe flooding and joined in a cry for flood control to avoid the losses suffered. Now after seven years of drought in the watershed, the Nebraskans are illegally denied water that should be theirs!

Quotas of water for use that were established many years ago must not be allowed to destroy the rights of Nebraskans for the sake of those in Kansas. Kansas has added to the crisis, for little water, if any, has been flowing from the areas in Kansas which are a part of the Republican Valley watershed. Dams constructed have yet to be filled so that water is available to flow into Nebraska in the Republican Valley. Why? Because of excessive irrigation development in northwestern Kansas, as well as new farming methods employed today in the name of conservation.

As Adams noted, short rainfall for the past seven years has been a major factor given little consideration in this matter. Political motivations have hindered any reasonable resolve for the problem. Hats off to Mr. Adams and his Local View.

Dwight L. Bash, Orleans

Uncivil political exchange

I just have to relate a story that happened to me Sunday, Sept. 2, while I was at a local pharmacy to pick up pills for my wife. I went to the back of the store to get the prescription and came up front to pay. There were three women in front of me.

I was standing there not saying a word, and the lady directly in front of me turned around and said, “You’re that stupid Republican, aren’t you?” First I was stunned, and then said meekly, “Yes.” Not wanting to take it further, I just said nothing else.

She turned around a second time and said, “I suppose you like Bush, don’t you?” I then said, “Yes, I love him, I think he is doing a good job.” She then went ballistic on me, so I said that at least he wasn’t having sex in the Oval Office like Clinton.

Then the women waiting on us jumped in and said something positive about Republicans, and the lady got irate, threw down her purchase and yelled, “I’m leaving and going to shop where there are Democrats.” That was the last we saw of her. We all stood there with our mouths open and started to laugh about this lady.

What I want to get across to those of the Democratic persuasion is, for God’s sake (I know lots of you don’t believe in God), get over it. Try and be civil. I know it takes intelligence to be civil, but try anyway. I personally have many Democratic friends, and we get along just fine. I personally don’t care who you are, I like all people even if they are Democrats or socialists.

So for now, whoever this lady was, I’m sorry I exist and so sorry you can’t be civil to people in public places. We as a nation need to learn the etiquette of being nice to your fellow man. Try it, it is fun, it will even improve your outlook on life!

P.S. My wife said I should have said no, I am a smart Republican. I need to learn to think faster on my feet.

Roger Yant Sr., Lincoln

Good on ya, Husker fans

It is Saturday, Sept. 8, and I am at breakfast, reading my hometown Winston-Salem (N.C.) Journal. In less than three hours, three miles from my house, your Nebraska Cornhuskers will play my hometown Wake Forest Demon Deacon football team. I will not be attending the game, but the anticipation of the game has built a lot of excitement in our city, and we are delighted to have your fans visit our city.

Now, as I read my paper, I learn that when your fans return home after today’s game, many will be leaving a special gift behind. Your loyal fans who have purchased Wake Forest season tickets to see their team play here in Winston-Salem are donating the balance of their Wake Forest football season tickets to our local Big Brothers-Big Sisters program and the Warrior Transition Battalion at Fort Bragg’s (Army base located here in North Carolina) Army Medical Center.

What a wonderful generous gift to my hometown and our military family! While these fans could have sold their remaining tickets on eBay or other similar venues, they have chosen to give back to my community and have demonstrated the good sportsmanship and fellowship that NCAA sports should rightfully advocate. Although I have to “pull” for my hometown team, I will also be shouting in my heart, “Go Nebraska!” Thanks again!

Robin Stinson, Winston-Salem, N.C.

Why not name names?

Regarding “Woman alleges medical malpractice” (LJS, Sept. 1):

Why were the names of the two most important characters in this sad drama (Planned Parenthood and Dr. Meryl Severson) not included in the headline? Could it have been to downplay their part in this travesty?

Catherine Zech, Douglas

Coach’s salary ridiculous

I think the recent announcement of University of Nebraska  football coach Bill Callahan’s salary is absolutely ridiculous. No coach is worth that much money.

He has assistant coaches under him who do most of the work and probably don’t get paid an eighth as much as he does — if that much. The professors at the university don’t get paid that much, and they are there teaching the students.

I think that people put too much emphasis on sports and not enough on education — and that goes all the way down to elementary, middle and high schools. Consensus at my office agrees with me.

Sharon Post, Lincoln


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Yeah ... suuuu-ure wrote on September 13, 2007 3:25 am:
" Show of hands? How many readers actually believe Roger Yant's self-serving phony-baloney anecdote about the irate, uncivil and godless Democratic lady who pounced on the innocent Republican in the drug store? How many think he was at the drug store getting a prescription to treat acute "Pinocchio Syndrome"? "
Ramone wrote on September 13, 2007 4:02 am:
" Catherine, perhaps in this case it is more important for what happened as opposed to who did it. Sounds like you have an axe to grind and are looking for a conspiracy. Also, if you want to try to be practical, consider space limitations for the headline. "
come on Roger, who's worse you or her? wrote on September 13, 2007 6:24 am:
" I am a Democrat and I belive in God, in fact I'm on the board at church. Is that possible? If you follow Mr Yant's letter, there's plenty of us who don't believe. I like a lot of people. My best amn at my wedding loves the president while I disagree with him. You know what, we get along great. We don't insult each other we agree to disagree.What I don't like is assumptions and generalizations. Just by going off what Mr. Yant wrote, I would class him in the same category as the ignorant lady who he is writing about. Oh yeah, nice low class way to bunch Democrats with socialists. An you wonder why we have division in this country. "
Wm. Morris wrote on September 13, 2007 6:26 am:
" Hmmmm, I used to think there were smart Republicans but find it harder and harder to believe. Have a lot of questions about Democrats also. The political savvy of the average Nebraskan voter is not so great either. Sorry Mr Yant had the unfortunate experience, however from personal experience I know that such behavior is not limited to one political party. "
More on Husker fans wrote on September 13, 2007 6:37 am:
" For those who may not have heard of it yet or seen it, over on ESPN.com, Gene Wojciechowski has done an entire article on the NU fans and what they've done with their Wake Forest season tickets. Give it a read. http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/columns/story?columnist=wojciechowski_gene&id=3013486&sportCat=ncf "
Neighbor wrote on September 13, 2007 6:45 am:
" Roger, I believe you. My husband is a Republican that married into a large family of Kennedy Democrats. Occosionally, one of my relatives will turn to him at family dinners and say something like, "How could you Republicans _____" (fill in the blank). Luckliy he is pretty gracious, particularly since he is getting a free meal. "
John wrote on September 13, 2007 7:21 am:
" First Yant tells his made up story and calls for civility, only problem is that during the made up story he refers to Democrats as Godless. Way to be civil there Yant. Hypocrisy, its a beautiful thing "
get over it, right? wrote on September 13, 2007 7:36 am:
" Ok, Roger. Weren't you the one that said, "...for God’s sake (I know lots of you don’t believe in God), get over it." I believe the rest of the nation has moved past Clinton and is oval office behavior (Christian or not), perhaps this isn't a legit argument anymore. Take your own advice, dude, get over it. "
JB wrote on September 13, 2007 7:39 am:
" Roger, Way to go with the sweeping generalization of democrats. I certainly hope that readers of your letter are wise enough to avoid making the same sort generalization from you to all republicans. "
The athletic department contributes! wrote on September 13, 2007 7:42 am:
" The athletic department contributes to the university, not the other way around. It is the athletic departments job to determine salaries. Also, who does a better job recruiting normal students, and I'm not talking about athletes. How many times does a normal student go to a school because the sports teams are good versus if they like a professor? Here, more kids will pick the good sports teams. And there is a correlation between how good the primary athletic team is doing and how the amount of money given to the academic side of the university. Please know more facts before you write Sharon. "
Zoomie wrote on September 13, 2007 7:47 am:
" Gee, those nasty, evil Democrats DARE to openly criticize Bush and Repuglicans, who've about run this country into the ground! Wow! And we're supposed to feel sorry for them, because someone dares to say something not nice to them! Meanwhile, of course, lets continue to ignore the Repuglicans who call Democrats "traitors", call for their murder and imprisonment, and who demonize honest and honorable men (including veterans who served in combat even as most Repuglicans ran the other way). Lets forget 60% of all newspaper columnists are right-wingers, and 70% of all guests and commentators on TV News shows (on EVERY network) are Repuglican. Lets say nothing as hundreds of Repuglican politicians CHEER the likes of an Anne Coulter, who stands by her comment that the only thing Timothy McVeigh (the OKC bomber) did wrong was to kill people in OK, instead of setting off his bomb in NYC (didn't some other terrorists do that?)! And we're supposed to feel sorry for Repuglicans when their feelings are hurt? I use a pseudonym in posts like these after I got an anonymous letter several years ago from a Repuglican-loving wingnut who threatened me and my family after a letter critical of Bush appeared in the Omaha paper! So you'll pardon me if I'm NOT impressed or concerned, Roger! "
sharon post... wrote on September 13, 2007 8:00 am:
" Get a clue...Look at Nick Saban of Alabama- He makes 4, yes 4 million dollars a year! This is peanuts. Please. And the professors don't even teach the students anymore, all they care about is their research and the TAs do all the lecturing and teaching. Please move on. "
Tammy wrote on September 13, 2007 8:08 am:
" Tsk, tsk, tsk Mr Yant. I'm not sure what your purpose is in reporting your experience to the paper? As long as there is an "us(or them) vs them(or us)" mentality between Democrats and Republicans, nothing will ever get done in this country. Both political parties are self-serving dinosaurs. Many politicians are nothing more then self-serving hypocrites willing to sell out to the highest bidder in a dash for power. There are no longer "Democratic" ideals or "Republican" ideals. There are just politics and politicians spouting what mostly amounts to total nonsense. I say we start a new party in this country...the Common Sense Party. Certainly, it's about time for it. "
Jeff wrote on September 13, 2007 8:09 am:
" Roger, That is a funny story. It would be nice to see more civilized behavior. Don't forget that there is a lack of civility on both sides (aka Ann Coulter, Shawn Hannity, etc.) and those are on the radio several hours a day). Oh by the way - I am a moderate democrat who believes in God. There are a lot of us and we're growing. Our religous beliefs are not enough to hold us in a Republican party that has provided pathetic leadership for 8 years. The Republican party knew that George Bush was not even close to the best candidate when they drafted him to run for Governor of Texas, let alone the presidency, but he obviously had the name and connections. We had a Senate hearing this week w/ General Patreus, but Hannity has to challenge all the democrats loyality and honor - how dare they actually challenge or question the generals report and conclusions (that's there job and purpose of a hearing Shawn). Such McCarthy type rantings are actually anti-american. People are fed up. You can't have a healthy civil discourse or debate at any level without this kind of rhetoric. It's depressing to us moderates. "
JMK wrote on September 13, 2007 8:29 am:
" I think it is about time we do away with the party line. Make everyone independants. At election time the person with the most votes gets to be president and the second most gets to be the vice president. Maybe once we get over that nasty republican-democrat stuff we can get someone to actually do something to help right all the wrongs done by both parties. "
Ryan wrote on September 13, 2007 8:30 am:
" Wow. Look at the hypocrisy in Yant's letter... "Woe are we Republicans! Democrats are so mean to us and we are but innocent and would never do anything wrong! But, but Clinton!" right along little snide comments and cheap shots at assumptions about Democrats. Yeah, we're all godless heathens, Yant. Keep telling yourself that. I'm sorry but this letter is a prime example of moral bankruptcy and hypocrisy. Youwant civility, stop making baseless claims about half of this city's population while trying to claim the moral high road. What a joke. "
Hey Sharon,.... wrote on September 13, 2007 8:33 am:
" The UNL athletic department generates enough money to support itself and the coaches salaries. As far as sports in schools, my son is a freshman and has to turn in grade reports each week before he can play in a game, he had to do the same thing in middle school too. There is more focus on education than there used to be and sports are a way for our children to interact with each other, learn to love physical activity and learn how to balance their time. It is better for our kids to be active and playing a sport than sitting at home eating, watching TV or playing a video game. "
Liz wrote on September 13, 2007 8:49 am:
" Why does the Journal Star continue to print the madness of Roger Yant? Isn't there a quota on lifetime letters printed or something? Sheesh. "
MG wrote on September 13, 2007 8:49 am:
" I think the biggest mistake Mr. Yant and the rest of you make is thinking there is really a difference between the democrats and republicans. They all just want to steal your money and make government bigger. "
embarassing wrote on September 13, 2007 9:09 am:
" I am a lifelong Democrat. I am forever dumbfounded over the way Democrats present themselves from this instance to the moveon.org bashing of an absolutely astute General in the military. Makes me want to hide my head. No wonder we see so much flight from the Democrat party. "
Rational Thought wrote on September 13, 2007 9:53 am:
" Understand that Democrats are the Party of Diversity, and tolerance, and are usually the most intolerant of those who do not think, believe or act as they beleive. There are nut cases in the political arena, local and nationally, right and left, just smile at em, say what you mean, watch em wind up and watch em go balistic, and enjoy the entertainment quality. These type incidents are not that rare, and based on our current political climate could almost be a norm. We now live in a country where there are communities ban the showing of the American Flag, and excuse an initial illegal act by a new protected class (Illegal Aliens), so what other social surprises do you expect in this new political quagmire. The real fun will be the next election, Republicans are corrupt, and contributions by a Mr Hsu are just a mistake, never believe the military (unless it is a Democratic leaning retired General that the media trots out) and more political retoric will reach fun levels here soon. "
NU FAN IN BUFFS COUNTRY wrote on September 13, 2007 10:03 am:
" Thanks to More on Husker Fans!! What a great article on ESPN.com. Everyone check out the article and read the comments coming in from around the country. Its been great that two weeks in a row fans from other states have written in to the Journal Star in recognition of Husker Fans. I wish I could be there this weekend against USC. Good Luck NU and Husker Fans and keep making me proud to wear my Red in Colorado!! "
Chris wrote on September 13, 2007 10:09 am:
" Roger Yant's story is probably true. Its deeply disturbing how hateful and intolerant Democrats both on the national scene and here in Lincoln, are towards their fellow citizens who happen to be a part of the GOP. Sadly I think this comes from a diluted attitude that Republicans are just out right villians and that hate and intolerance is not possible within the Democratic Party. Well folks if you really look at history, hate and intolerance have been alive and well in the Democratic Party since the days even before Andrew Jackson. Yes Republicans are guilty of hate and intolerance. And as a Republican, I can say I don't approve of President Bush, but I also think we have an equally incompetent Congress controlled by the Democratic Party. To paraphrase Albert Einstein, we cannot solve our greatest problems at the same level of thinking that we were at when we arrived at them. And yes Democrats that means you too! "
Not really. wrote on September 13, 2007 10:27 am:
" MoveOn.org is not a Democratic organization. It is not affiliated with any party and has opinions of its own. What they did was shameful, but it has nothing to do withthe Democrats. "
foxspit wrote on September 13, 2007 10:48 am:
" Is it too late to vote against Yant again? "
yes, really wrote on September 13, 2007 11:19 am:
" moveon.org has said that they "own" the democratic party. they bought and paid for it. Just google it. Yes, there is an association. "
c wrote on September 13, 2007 11:46 am:
" I'll take an adulterous Dem over what Bush has done to this country a million times over. Bush may not cheat on his wife, but he has "cheated" (my favorite word not allowed) us all. "
Whoa Boy wrote on September 13, 2007 11:51 am:
" Mr Bash - instead of talking down new farming practices in the name of conservation that limit water runoff, you should be embracing conservation efforts. So sad. I trust there are reasonable people out there - but certainly did get that impression from Mr. Bash's or Mr. Adam's contribution to the irrigation discussion - both seem misguided. "
omnione wrote on September 13, 2007 11:53 am:
" To Roger Yant, the next time I come across a rude Republican, I am going to think that all Republicans act that way while including a token disclaimer about how I have Republican friends who do not act rudely to make my generalization more palatable. See how dumb that sounds Mr. Yant? That person you met was rude because she was perhaps a rude person, not because she represented a faction of Democrats. I doubt that you have written your letter if that woman was a Republican or independent. To Sharon, do remember that Nebraska athletics are separate from the university in terms of salaries and funding. Nebraska athletic expenditures for salaries, facilities and infrastructure are competitive, but not extreme compared to other schools. You fall into the trap where you believe that the funding towards academics is being funneled and/or hurt in lieu of athletic department funding. That is not the case. Talk to the boosters if you want to inquire about why they don't donate to academics. Don't blame the school. "
Isn't wrote on September 13, 2007 12:06 pm:
" Roger is just lashing out because smart republican senator Craig has made him feel bad about his beloved party again. "
Theresa wrote on September 13, 2007 12:24 pm:
" Mr. Yant, as a Democrat I assure you that her thoughts are her own and she does not speak for all Democrats. It is unfortunate when we meet someone rude, but please try to see the moment for what it was: someone in a bad mood, focusing on a particular subject who probably had an encounter previous to meeting you in which upset her. Nothing more, nothing less. Democrats don't go around hating Republicans all day, just as I am sure it is the same vice-versa. "
Big Chief wrote on September 13, 2007 12:33 pm:
" The South Republican Branch flows into Kansas from Colorado in the N.W. corner of Kansas and then flows into Nebraska where it joins up with the North Branch of the Republican River near Benkleman, Nebraska. After passing though Nebraska the combined Republican River then flows into Kansas. My question is : How much water typically enters Nebraska from the South Branch versus the North Branch and then what goes on into Kansas from the combined Republican? Of course there are other tributaries flowing into the Republican on its journey to Kansas. It looks to me like there is going to be a lot of variations in flows. "
Rational? wrote on September 13, 2007 12:48 pm:
" You mean it's wrong when the democrats become intolerant of intolerance? Boy, how wrong-headed THAT is... "
stignob wrote on September 13, 2007 1:00 pm:
" So the majority of you are approving this ladies behavior towards Mr. Yant? Funny how Mr. Yant is still the one being presecuted here. Oh that poor lady, for her beliefs of everyone NOT locked goose stepped in line with her. "
Dan wrote on September 13, 2007 1:04 pm:
" Some people are a little thin skinned today. Looks like they need to read Mr. Yants letter again. All he is asking is to be civil to each other regardless of political affiliation. "
jonna wrote on September 13, 2007 1:06 pm:
" Although mr. Yant was probably shocked by his encounter in the pharmacy, I must say I read the letter and laughed... not at Mr. Yant, not at the woman, but at the whole situation in general. Are we honestly to the point where we must segregate ourselves democrats vs. republicans? I know the country is divided at the moment, but come on! As for those who don't agree with Mr. Yant's comments regarding liberals, I'm what you might call a flaming liberal, but I agree that Yant has every right to be angry. The lesson here, however, is not to let anger control what we do and say but to learn from actions and mistakes. Instead of pulling out guns, weapons, or words of hate, let us all sit down, come together and discuss our differences. In the end I'm sure that we will find we are all have more in common that we realize. "
Sue F. wrote on September 13, 2007 1:07 pm:
" I find it very rich that a republican bringing up Clinton is telling democrates to "get over it". I case you forgot Bush is the current president (I wish I could forget this) and President Clinton has been out of office for over 6 years. I wonder how many right-wingers heads would explode if they could no longer use Clinton in the arguments? "
Mindless Robot wrote on September 13, 2007 1:24 pm:
" "P.S. My wife said I should have said no, I am a smart Republican. I need to learn to think faster on my feet." Impossible. "
ALW wrote on September 13, 2007 1:44 pm:
" Does the word repuglican pass for humor in your circle? How long did it take you to come up with that one? Wow. You liberals are a sharp witty bunch. I also enjoy when you refer to Bush as Shrub. Wow. Impressive. What a witty pseudonym. "
JimDandy wrote on September 13, 2007 1:45 pm:
" Anyone who has read and enjoyed Roger Yant's frequent letters to the editor over the years knows that he lives in a far different reality from the rest of us. His anecdote probably happened exactly as described in his own mind, but not in a million years do I believe it happened like that in the real world. "
Republican's daughter wrote on September 13, 2007 2:13 pm:
" The fact that so many Republicans claim to believe in God is often hardly to their credit; their words and actions may tend to belie the value of that assertion. It's been said that in learning tolerance our enemies can be the best of teachers. Not that Democrats and Republicans should view each other with animosity, but I personally though avidly seeking for events and people to be thankful of have rarely felt grateful toward a Republican. In fact many of these voters, even members of my own family, pride themselves on being cheapskates. Many attributes that outsiders deride about Nebraska are the pride and joy of the Republican majority here. "
the truth wrote on September 13, 2007 2:22 pm:
" you know, its interesting how much emphasis republicans put on clintons sexual escapades, though the answer is simple, there is nothing else to use agianst him! clinton may have had shakey morals and done some improper things but he was a great president. far better than the C+ student we have now. and who would you rather have: a president whos onle crime was infidelity, or a man from texas who dodged the draft, was a drunk and got a dui and was addmitted to yale after daddy made a huge donation? oh and as for god, i dont need a scape goat for my decisons or my morals. "
Still not really. wrote on September 13, 2007 2:37 pm:
" Well, I say that I own Oklahoma. Is it true? Nope. I can say anything I want. You can google it. "
Ripper wrote on September 13, 2007 4:12 pm:
" Personally I don't think there is a lot of difference between most republicans and democrats-it is the fringe element in both parties that gets all the attention, does all the name calling, feels disenfranchised and thinks the world is out to get them. Yant's letter and most of the responses here typify that point precisely. I find it humorous that people respond in such fashion. I guess we all have to have something to hand on to. "
KWH wrote on September 13, 2007 4:38 pm:
" Sorry Sharon, you're argument has many holes. First as a student, I can tell you my instructors are worthless. Teaching Assistants teach all of their classes, and when I email my instructors with questions, I'm lucky to get an answer within 72 hours. Also the money Bill Callahan is making is coming from a self funded athletic department. Keep in mind, Nebraska Football generates enough revenue ON ITS OWN to support every other sports program at the University. If the football team didn't have the coach (and staff) it has, those sports would be eliminated, or drawing funds from the academic side of things. Lastly, when was the last time you saw an assistant coaches name in the paper for losing a big game? Never, end of discussion. "
anti repub stuff frequently on the LJS editorial page wrote on September 13, 2007 4:53 pm:
" The LJS cartoonist draws "hate republicans" stuff pretty much exclusively. I am an independent but have noticed this. "
yeah, ditto wrote on September 13, 2007 4:59 pm:
" I'm with Yeah...suuuu-ure. I don't believe it. When have any one of you in this town been set upon by a total stranger who just conveniently happened to spew the sort of garbage that you yourself regard as your mission in life to spew the opposite? BTW, if you are behind the uncivil person in question, not saying a word, how does this total stranger know who you are? Pharmacies don't just announce who you are to everyone else. It's a HIPAA violation. I would be incredulous to find anyone in town who cares enough to know who Mr. Yant is, recognizes him, and attacks his politics which he shares with almost everyone else in Nebraska. We Democrats, for the most part, are angry but not haters- and even if we were, Mr. Yant is waaaaay small potatoes. How incredibly pathetic. "
El Camino wrote on September 13, 2007 9:06 pm:
" You know what some woman said to me in line at a hardware store the other day? She turned to me and said, "El Camino is spanish for The Camino." True story. I started laughing so hard that I couldn't even reply. I'm a Republican. I don't know what her party affiliation is. "
Stepmom wrote on September 14, 2007 10:06 am:
" Why do people feel the need to make comments to people they don't know in a store? Last spring at Old Navy I was trying to find shorts that weren't low rise short shorts for my 11 year old and 7 year old step daughters. They do actually carry such an item. As I was putting my purchase in my basket, a lady walked up to me, pointed at the display and wanted to know if I thought the shorts on the mannequin were too short because she didn't think they were. Ok lady, good for you. Her opinion was noted. I choose not to dress my kids in what I consider to be revealing clothes. My choice. No comment was necessary on her part. I hope it made her feel better about the contents of her own basket. "
Douglas wrote on September 15, 2007 8:08 am:
" Steve is so right with his comments about greed. Those gredy citizens who want cheap food just keep their Congress subsidizing agricultural production. The nerve of them. I think we should ban all genetically modified seed, irrigation, herbicide, and insecticide. We could always import our food from another country like we do oil, right? Let's get it straight. Agricultural production in this country exists becasue we subsidize it to exist as it does for our own greedy desire for cheap food. Nothing more and nothing less. I want highly profitable farmers so they can keep feeding me cheaply. I enjoy a very high standard of living because I have massive disposable income after paying 4% of my income for food. I am more greedy than any farmer in Nebraska and I am just a clone of the rest of the citizenry. Life will change dramatically when the water freaks take control of agricultural irrigation. "

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