Mazie Hirono actually said...

"I think that you are probably quite unique in how you have very strategically managed your company so that you are able to maximize your participation in the 8(a) program, so I commend you."

"Considering that all contracting agencies I thought were supposed to have certain goals regarding minority-owned business contracting, the fact that some entities still don't seem to know that, never ..."

"You mentioned the concern about the category management contracting model, and I've heard from other companies, other minority-owned businesses that are concerned about the category management contrac..."

"If confirmed, I also look forward to working with you in your capacity as Solicitor to support this community."