Only by sustaining those investments are we going to be able to assure future generations of Americans a society and a place in the world worthy of the history of this great nation.

I look forward to working with this Committee to make the vision of the President's FY 2012 Budget proposal a reality.

Well, they are ready to go out there in the private sector, because they are setting up these electronic medical records as we speak.

What I would like is a report on your timetable.

By sustaining our investments in fundamental research, we can ensure that America remains at the forefront of scientific capability.

Remember that it has fueled the creation of the laser, the Internet, and GPS.

My bottom line is I want a space program that is robust.

Both of you did the space walk at the same time?

I am one that always believed that, you know, adversity, sometimes we hear that adversity builds character but I am more that adversity exposes character.

Well, we are just delighted that you are here.

We are facing, in the House position, significant cuts.

This is one of the prouder moments that I have had to introduce a nominee to any of our committees.