Lisa Murkowski actually said...

"Our challenge will be to make sure that we have actually put things in place before we see the level of activity increase."

"I would sort of lay the gauntlet down to them on how are they going to work with the rest of the Alaskans to get that message out there and try and get some positive action."

"The Bering Strait, sometimes now called the Bering Gate, is a prime strategic area."

"We can actually prepare because we have got somewhat of a blank slate out there."