Tom Harkin actually said...

"Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. And, again, thank you, Mr. Secretary, for your great leadership, and that of your Deputy Secretary."

"Well, I appreciate your explanation. I may want to just get some more elaboration on that. But, you make a strong argument."

"Chairman Harkin has been an outstanding champion for facilities funds for community colleges."

"I thank you for the honor and the opportunity to share our experience in creating a workforce strategy that integrates education and training with career pathways linked to quality jobs."