Garret Graves actually said...

"This Subcommittee has a long history of bipartisan cooperation and of setting aside politics to ensure that our national air transportation system remains vibrant and safe."

"The professionalism of the men and women who run the day-to-day operations of all aspects of the system is remarkable."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for calling this important hearing on the impacts of the shutdown to the aviation system."

"It seems like lower prices would be helpful versus the higher prices that other states have."