Mazie Hirono actually said...

"I note, as several have already noted, how historic and important it is that you will be the first Native American woman--Native American and woman--to serve as Secretary of the Interior."

"I know that I can count on you to work with me on addressing the concerns relating to invasive species."

"We have a very ambitious plan, an attainable goal of becoming fuel efficient and energy efficient by 2045."

"I also wanted to give you an opportunity, once again, to emphasize the importance of working in a bipartisan manner."