WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Competitive Markets Action and the Organization for Competitive Markets released the following statement on the election of Rep. Mike Johnson, R-LA, as Speaker of the House:
"We congratulate Speaker Johnson on being elected to lead the chamber closest to the American people and clearly see the hand of God at work," said Marty Irby, President & CEO of Competitive Markets Action and Board Secretary at the Organization for Competitive Markets. "Mike Johnson is a tireless champion for Americans, conservative values, and most importantly an honorable Christian man who recognizes the value of American family farmers. We look forward to working with Speaker Johnson and his team on the upcoming Farm Bill and are elated to see he's already made it a top priority for 2023."
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The Organization for Competitive Markets (OCM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit based in Lincoln, Nebraska. The foundation of the Organization for Competitive Markets is to fight for competitive markets in agriculture for farmers, ranchers and rural communities. True competition reduces the need for economic regulation. Our mission, and our duty, is to define and advocate the proper role of government in the agricultural economy as a regulator and enforcer of rules necessary for markets that are fair, honest, accessible and competitive for all citizens.
Competitive Markets Action (CMA) is a 501(c)(4) non-profit based in Washington, D.C., that was formed with the mission of shaping policy to promote more regenerative and sustainable agriculture, and competitive markets in the U.S., and to defend against attacks on states’ rights by the federal government. CMA works to raise awareness of the harm caused by multinational conglomerates to the American family farmer, the consumer and our U.S. economy as a whole in an effort to bring about legislative and regulatory reforms.
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Marty Irby Competitive Markets Action 202-821-5686 marty@competitivemarketsaction.org
