Calling Tom Vilsack “Mr. Monsanto,” a coalition of progressive groups launched a new campaign Monday to urge senators to vote against President Joe Biden’s nominee to lead the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The effort from Food & Water Watch, Progressive Democrats of America, RootsAction.org, and The Zero Hour points to Vilsack’s time both as Agriculture Secretary under the Obama administration—and his record since then—as evidence Vilsack would elevate corporate interests over those of everyday people, climate-friendly policies, and a more just agricultural system.
— source commondreams.org | Jan 25, 2021