Mark Takano actually said...

"One thing we know for sure is the sky did not fall, the world did not end, and we are not seeing lots of people being put out of work."

"I represent an Air Reserve base where we have both Reservists and Guardsmen, and it is always difficult for them to find a flexible-enough employer who will enable them to do their reservist duties."

"The VA desperately needs stronger market pay requirements, not a market pay process completely subject to Secretary discretion."

"I agree that this administration has done a lot to be proud of and I am hopeful we can maintain the momentum..."