Tom Harkin actually said...

Is it better to award more grants for less money or fewer grants for the same (or more) money?

I wish to assure that we maintain a broad connection between democracy and labor rights groups in the United States.

I very much applaud your efforts to strengthen independent civil society and nongovernmental organizations (NGO) around the world.

Thank you both, Mr. Nelson and Chief White, for your service and for your great leadership in this vital area.