National Delegates Meet

The National Delegates of the American Agriculture Movement met in Wichita, KS on August 14. There was much discussion of the farm bill now before Congress. There was much concern of Congress’ lack of response to the concerns of family farmers and ranchers all across rural America. It seems the multi-nationals have bought and paid for almost every member of Congress. They are no longer worried about the voters as much as they are about the big money interest.

Wayne Allen reported on his trip to the National Family Farm Coalition meeting in Madison, Wisconsin. He said they have a lot of people working to help farmers put their finances in order to speed up liquidations. He said they do not believe in PARITY nor are they willing to talk about price.

National Convention — The dates for the National Convention were approved for January 24-26, 2003, at the Biltmore Hotel in Oklahoma City, OK. A Delegates Meeting will be held on January 23, 2003 starting at 9:30 a.m. All members are encouraged to mark their calendars and plan to be at this years 24th Annual Convention.

We are currently inviting speakers for the Convention. The delegates are planning a very informative and productive Convention. There are three meals planned as in the past. Also we will have an auction again this year on Saturday night. Be sure to start gathering up auction items. We always have a lot of fun at the auction. A more detailed agenda will be in the next Newsletter.

Buddy Vance appointed John Willis as the Chairman of the Resolutions Committee. Any resolutions should be sent to John or given to him at the delegates meeting on Thursday, January 23. President Vance also appointed Arthur Chaney as Chairman of the Nomination Committee. This year the Secretary and Vice-presidents of Marketing, Membership and Political action are up for election. If you have any nominations for these offices, please notify Arthur Chaney.