Alan Lowenthal actually said...

"I am very honored to represent the Port of Long Beach. At one time, I represented in the State legislature both ports."

"Congressman Lowenthal led an effort in the early part of that decade to work on distributing trucks in a better way to reduce idling, congestion on our freeways."

"Full utilization should be supported across the board--as it benefits everyone."

"I look forward to working with all of my colleagues as we find common ground to address the continuing needs of all our ports and harbors."