John Shimkus actually said...

"We get it. We can all envision this. It could even crumble, airborne."

"This hearing feels more like an airing of grievances along the lines of a civil court proceeding."

"This is just not an easy space and so we appreciate you all being in it."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate that you are having this hearing on chemical management and I want to congratulate you on calling this hearing."