Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I am very pleased to see that both the Virginia-class and the Ohio replacement are moving ahead on a very good pace."

"I want to thank you both for your very dedicated work, and I appreciate the opportunity to work with both of you."

"I do not want to be too harsh, but it is inadequate."

"In my experience in the State of Connecticut, the reaction has been huge and it has caused panic, a lot of anxiety, fear, uncertainty."