Mazie Hirono actually said...

"There have been some real creative ideas from the workers themselves that have been incorporated into the shipyard."

"Are there any programs to bring some of the more experienced people back into the workforce or keep them in longer to fill that gap--experienced staff?"

"What must the Air Force do to regain our competitive advantages? What specific areas require additional attention?"

"I think that we definitely need people trained, especially in the STEM areas."