Tammy Duckworth actually said...

"This problem has even affected U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth, whose wheelchair was damaged by the airlines several times."

"I urge you to obtain testimony from directors of training or flight operations at regional airlines who are truly cognizant of your principal concern--safety."

"please allow me to dispute your statement that the gap introduced by P.L. 111-216, degrades a pilot's preparation for regional airlines."

"Based on 45 years in aviation, I can confirm that the conditions you mentioned are possibly a deterrent to pilots aspiring to be regional airline pilots."