Thomas R. Carper: “I also disagree that Sackett means we have lost a lot of authority.”

For too long, the seats have not been filled, and not been filled properly.

Well, there is a good compromise out there, and I think if we are smart and don't give up today, we will find it.

I hope is that the issues we just discussed... we can keep at it today and see if we can't find a way to yes.

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.