John Mica actually said...

"Let the record reflect that the witness answered in the affirmative."

"I can't remember a field hearing where we had four members from four different states."

"I am particularly grateful to the community of Bakersville, and also Mitchell County for the use of these historic facilities at this rather historic hearing."

"Congressman Meadows requested that I conduct this hearing and this review of mine safety, which is particularly important, as you know, to this district and this state, and to the country."