Mark Begich actually said...

"We are concerned because these are long-terms jobs and economic impact to our respective communities here."

"I want to thank you and especially the investment or the start of investment in an ice breaker."

"I think it is important for us to understand that because I think that is the question that Senator Cantwell is getting to is, do you have the resources?"

"The brave men and women of the Coast Guard never let us down, and it's critical that we give them the resources they need to complete their missions."