Richard Shelby actually said...

"But should not the infrastructure bill, from the standpoint of our future economy, the infrastructure in this country is so important to move goods, people, services, and be one of our top priorities?"

"Thank you for your service. Also, I would be remiss if I did not thank you for your leadership and your steady hand in dealing with the tax reform measure."

"I hope they have sufficient funds. If they do not have sufficient funds--I am putting on my appropriator's hat now--we will get you the sufficient funds."

"We need to make sure America is open for business."