Tom Carper actually said...

"I want to say for the record that I think Steve Johnson did an outstanding job as Director of the EPA."

"I look forward to working with you on a variety of issues, including more funding and assistance to local communities to deal with water infrastructure needs."

"We hope you will have the opportunity to come and see us, too."

"We understand that these are partnerships and that there is a great willingness to share your wife and your children's mom with our Country."