Rubén Gallego actually said...

"We are here today imploring you, the leaders of the U.S., to help us become the South Pacific hub from which U.S. engagement reaches out to our brothers, sisters, friends, and allies in these most str..."

"Make no mistake, when the U.S. neglects the Pacific, China and other foreign powers will move in and offer the support to our Pacific nation neighbors."

"Unless you live in or around communities like mine that are continuously sacrificed for the benefit of a few jobs..."

"It is nuts that we are talking about reinvesting in fossil fuels while wealthier areas are already putting their money in wind and solar."