Mike Simpson actually said...

"I don't see any reason why we ought not be able to accomplish that."

"This may actually be the most important hearing this committee and maybe even Congress has because the impacts of what you are working on are something that, while unfortunately are not felt tomorrow ..."

"I have told people that NIH is probably the best kept secret in Washington, DC."

"NIH is very important to this committee and it is very important to Congress."