Mike Levin actually said...

"We have got to find ways to fund these essential programs without putting a huge financial burden on the backs of the taxpayers."

"As the former chairman of the subcommittee I concur with what Ranking Member Takano said."

"We just have a lot of work to do, and I am a retired enlisted guy so I know how to work."

"Well, you have my commitment, being very knowledgeable about the work that you do, that our office will do whatever we can to assist in that regard."