"Without a doubt, the biggest concern for workers in this struggling economy is job security."
"Mandating new labor costs on employers now through enhanced vacation and paid leave policies will only exacerbate the situation."
"I believe we should give employers and employees the flexibility to work out mutually-beneficial arrangements in the workplace."
"the blue economy faces an uncertain future due to climate change, pollution, and greater demands for marine resources."
"the Government must make a greater investment in oceans, coastal management and conservation."
"protecting our oceans and coasts is an environmental and economic imperative."
"Thank you, Dr. Lubchenco. I want to add my thanks to you on the recognition of the Doppler system that is necessary for the West Coast, particularly the Pacific Northwest."
"I wonder if you could give me the number of what a full 100 percent requirement funding would be for NOAA."
"Well, since NOAA implemented this process, we want to see if NOAA is living by the process."
"An independent review team has said that the NPOESS program has an extraordinary low probability of success."
"I personally believe it is hard to get any kind of acquisition program done by committee. That is a very tough challenge."
"So the White House has a coordinated effort, and Dr. Holdren is the lead on that."
