John Shimkus actually said...

"You need to get service there immediately."

"We are especially grateful for those of you who have traveled significant distances to be with us today to share your stories about the hurricanes that tore through our country this fall and about the..."

"We know that many of you are still in the trenches of dealing with the response and recovery efforts, so your willingness to take the time to be here today does not go unnoticed."

"Hon. John Shimkus, a Representative in Congress from the State of Illinois, opening statement."