Mazie Hirono actually said...

"Maintaining a culture of scientific integrity within DOE's Office of Science is critically important."

"prevention and education and awareness and creating an environment where these kinds of behaviors get reported and dealt with is really important."

"There are major concerns that I have as to whether or not we do have a public that relies on facts and science for decision-making."

"They should know if the people they are being asked to foot the bill for have any conflicts of interest."