Mazie Hirono actually said...

"I commend you for taking a holistic approach to these issues."

"This is a question relating to the U.S. rebalance to Asia while threats continue to materialize in other regions."

"the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, or the PACOM region, is the most militarized part of the world."

"I want to thank both of you gentlemen for your service, and, of course, the service of the men and women who serve under your commands."