We decided to focus on what we agree on.

When our country began exploring nuclear power, I think it was more than 60 years ago.

the reputation of the NRC for being a gold standard, as Senator Carper pointed out, is a good brand.

Thank you.

I was looking for points of agreement.

We are committed to our efficiency principle of good regulation.

I believe we have a real opportunity here to inject some badly needed talent into the Postal Service.

Some people say this is not a real liability for the Postal Service. I think it is.

The real key is, are we going to allow the Postal Service to get full value for the money that they pay in.

I think the potential for having some of the nominees to serve on the Board is they have done this kind of stuff before.

we need strong leadership on the Postal Service Board of Governors in order to take full advantage of the opportunities that are out there for the Postal Service.

I was inclined to support your nomination until I heard that this guy to my left is such a strong advocate.

It is not right. It is not fair. It is not equitable.

I have quoted Einstein--I quote him a lot--in adversity lies opportunity.

This situation is worse than unacceptable. I believe it is shameful.

I look forward to strongly supporting your confirmation.

We have an onerous regulatory environment, and we will probably have some differences of opinion on that.

If you are wondering why wages have stagnated, look no further than the regulatory burden placed on the private sector by big government here in Washington, D.C.