Thomas R. Carper: “I am concerned, as I am sure you are too, that Saudi Arabia's human rights record runs counter to the Tour's stated…”

I would say there is a lesson here for both of us, and one of those is to make clear I am always ready to take your calls, your meeting, whatever you want and engage.

I am the last Vietnam Veteran serving in the U.S. Senate, and kind of relates to my great affection and interest in the postal issues.

People ask me what I am proudest of in my life, and I always say, raising three boys, with a big assist from their mom.

Last year, the Environment and Public Works Committee held, I think, not one, but a couple of hearings on permitting, common theme at our hearings, on the importance of public engagement.