Alan Lowenthal actually said...

"I cannot overstate the importance of the Coast Guard to our--to protecting our maritime interests and protecting our citizens."

"I think it was an excellent choice, and I am sure it was because of the great experiences he had at the FMC."

"I don't know how long we can keep that kind of disinvestment from going on."

"I am still banking on a President that talks about $1 trillion proposal, at least supporting us as we fight to maintain the meager funding levels we had."