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Secretary of Agriculture Resigns As 1972 Election Looms
The resignation of a secretary of agriculture mid term marks a rare event, with farm policy framed as a major election issue. Congress holds broad power over policy, including funding under the Agricultural Act of 1970. Options include buying feed grains and wheat, raising loan rates, or increasing 1972 plantings set asides.
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Secretary of Agriculture
Senate
Earl Butz
Congress