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This is the biggest table I have ever seen. This is president Reagan's table and now resides in the USDA building. Great way to cap off our national trip. #calf45 #calf45natl #agleaders

Class 45 had the opportunity to meet with and discuss water issues in the state of CA with Senator Dianne Feinstein. Fellows were able to voice concerns based on their own farm experiences and appreciated the Senator's efforts to work on fixing the water crisis. Through all of our water discussions today, it is clear those on Capitol Hill are aware of the need for action. #calf45 #calf45natl #californiaagriculture #farms #farmsmatter

Col. Stephen Randolph, The Historian of the State Dept., speaking to Class 45 and sharing the Dept.'s library that contains historical records of U.S. Foreign Relations since 1861.#calf45 #calf45natl #californiaagriculture #farmsmatter #farms

Class 45 at the State Dept with Col. Stephen Randolph, The Historian of the State Dept. He provided the class invaluable nuggets of wisdom through Leadership lessons. Col. Randolph wrote a book on communication during the Vietnam War, leaving the class with this quote: "You really have to do Leadership your own way. Leadership is not a collection of techniques, but manifestations of character." #calf45 #calf45natl #farmsmatter #agleaders #californiaagriculture

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"A Time For Reflection". Corrie, Jason, Chris, and Rob took an early morning run through the Washington DC mall and took time to look at the Vietnam War Veterans Memorial. As we stared at the names on the wall, we spent some quiet moments reflecting on these individuals and the ultimate price they paid. We are looking forward to our trip to Vietnam towards the end of the year with an eye towards leadership decisions and how they affect people and society in such profound ways. #calf45 #calf45natl #californiaagriculture