Nov. 4, 2004 - Rural America a Major Influence on Election”: Lyons

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association took an unprecedented step this year in endorsing President George W. Bush’s bid for re-election. But according to Jan Lyons, a Kansas cattle producer and current NCBA President, the move strongly reflected the wishes of most NCBA members, and will prove very beneficial for the cattle industry.  

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Lyons cited President Bush’s commitment to private property rights, and to minimizing government interference in the livestock industry, as major reasons for NCBA’s endorsement.

Cut #2    :41       Outcue: "...with our farms and ranches."

Lyons also cited NCBA’s strong relationship with the current congressional leadership as another reason for optimism in the cattle industry.

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Looking toward the future, Lyons emphasized the need for a united livestock industry to work closely with both political parties in implementing progressive agricultural policies that enhance producer profitability.

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