Mazie Hirono actually said...

"As I observed to Secretary Perry during his nomination hearing, DOE has been a key supporter of Hawaii's efforts to transition from importing oil to renewable energy."

"So if I were to go to Kaneohe Marine Corps, for example, would there be a session that I could attend where this situation would be discussed?"

"What I am getting at, are there any statutory prohibitions that result in subsequent or sequential review as opposed to people just not being on the same page at these various agencies?"

"Peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific is essential and is important for the United States to project strength and reassure our allies, particularly in light of the actions of China and North Korea."