Mark Begich actually said...

"The Suez Canal is an important trade route and any interruption to current commercial transit through the Suez could have an impact on global resupply."

"I am extremely concerned with the national security implications of relying on foreign sources for fossil fuels when we have significant reserves in the United States, specifically in the State of Ala..."

"U.S. consumption boosts economic stability in these countries, as this is a fundamental exercise of international commerce providing economic benefit to a lengthy supply and consumer chain."

"Energy resource problems are prominent in our region, particularly in States where meeting growing domestic demand for electricity has become more challenging."