Mark Begich actually said...

"But when you look at the data points of where we are internationally when it comes to STEM education--science, technology, engineering, and math--we are so far down on the scale of where we could be."

"We need to think of the ocean as this engine that is actually driving back into the economy."

"icebreakers are sorely lacking as well as Coast Guard cutters, aircraft hangars, crew quarters, communication capabilities, deepwater ports and other infrastructure."

"Is that enough?"