Mark Begich actually said...

"I strongly support a renewed emphasis on ensuring the necessary management policies and resources are directed toward improving our ability to forecast and warn in advance of severe weather events."

"I do want to say at least in the Alaska region things are improving and we want to recognize that and give you credit for that."

"it does take dedication and time away from your family, and the hours will be longer than you probably expected or whatever they told it would be."

"Keeping Alaska status quo is what we are interested in."