Mark Begich actually said...

"the North Slope Borough and the whalers have been frustrated, very frustrated in terms of responses"

"As the Arctic continues to melt and the industrial activity occurs up in the Arctic, it is important for us now to take a lead in doing what we can to manage it the best we can."

"I would ask this committee and you Senators individually that when you consider changes in Arctic policy that you seek out input from all Arctic communities."

"The revenue stream that should be available from the Federal waters into our state, to the people of our state is critical."