Judy Chu actually said...

"I represent a district in Los Angeles County, where 3 years ago a young rising star, an elected official in my district, Bobby Salcedo, was murdered by the Mexican drug cartel."

"Such an outcome would not only shortchange entrepreneurs but also government agencies who could benefit from more and not less competition for their businesses."

"It fails to meet statutory benchmarks year after year, not just for small firms but also disadvantaged entrepreneurs like veterans, women, and minorities."

"federal contracting is an important source of opportunities for small businesses"