Mary Landrieu actually said...

"I believe the top line given to the Coast Guard in the administration's budget request is wholly inadequate."

"I don't see how we can possibly replace the unreliable fleet that we have."

"I am committed to doing what I can to make sure that you and the Coast Guard have the resources you need to carry out the missions we have asked you to do."

"But how much does an icebreaker cost, approximately?"