I think this is the reason why we're gathered here, though, is there's a problem with the existing process.

I think it's really important as you're looking at communication and preparedness and response that, A, the public knows and understands the reality of the seriousness of the threat.

This is a major wake-up call to see what response plans are in place.

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I want to understand the scope of the demand that we have and how we are meeting that demand.

So how many ships are receiving stipends who may not be used? Do you have a number?

So as I watched the different kinds of ships that are being built within the United States--I am talking about Jones Act ships that qualify on all three criteria--they tend to look more like container ships than they do roll-on/roll-offs.

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You know, at this point, I think no one more viscerally appreciates the seriousness of the threat that we face at this moment than the people of Hawaii who just went through a terrifying experience on Saturday morning, receiving this alert…

How would China and Russia react to that?

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