John Shimkus actually said...

"we must have a functioning nuclear waste management program."

"the most important policy to help my constituents return to work is a strong positive outlook for our Nation's domestic nuclear industry."

"The commercial nuclear energy industry supports thousands of high-paying jobs, funds local school districts, and provides reliable, clean, baseload electricity around the clock."

"I believe there is an important role for nuclear energy to play in addressing global climate change, but I want to make perfectly clear that safety must come first."