"Most Federal funding for programs is done by population, not by earmarks."
"Among the duties that are spelled out in the Constitution for us to undertake on an ongoing basis is every 10 years to conduct a Census."
"we have a situation where, ironically, folks that are most often undercounted are those that live in the most dire economic situations"
"Senator Carper. Mr. Mesenbourg, thank you so much, and thanks again for your leadership."
"I strongly believe that an accurate count will level the playing field and will bring our community much closer to the American dream."
"it is important that we get this right to the best of our ability."
"Not everybody following this hearing knows what we mean by address canvassing."
"I appreciate and salute him for his service to our country."
"I think that the key to this is really getting into community-based organizations who are trusted in these communities."
"It is an honor to be here at the National Constitution Center."
"$2,363 for every person not counted in terms of dollars lost."