John Mica actually said...

I am most pleased to grant the lady's request for a moment of silence in the committee.

In every case, Amtrak either lost the competition to a private operator, or... withdrew during the course of the competition.

I believe that where the systems can meet the needs and make sense and have good routes and service, they are an excellent investment of tax...

I share the gentlelady's concern, and I have read that title.