Daniel Akaka actually said...

"There must be clear and consistent guidance to Federal employees on agency policies."

"Admiral, I know many people are anxious to hear about the progress being made with the development of a vaccine to combat the novel H1N1 virus."

"I should also add that many of them have some good ideas that can improve government operations."

"This issue is a priority for me, and I am optimistic that finally we will enact protections for whistleblowers this year."