"Our hearing today is looking to provide a snapshot on the impact of manufacturing closures on North Louisiana communities."
"I think there is another story to be told."
"I have a long history of being deeply involved in small business."
"These are problems we can fix."
"I have already indicated to Senator Snowe that I will be an original co-sponsor to her bill."
"I want to thank Senator Cardin, who will be with us later this morning."
"I believe that President Obama's nominee, Karen Mills, has the right mix of experience, education, passion, and a willingness to serve."
"If the SBA can help these small businesses grow and prosper, jobs will be created and America will be able to compete anywhere in the world."
"I will coordinate with other agencies, including Commerce and Labor and Energy, whose programs also affect small business."
"I strongly support mending, not ending, the program."
"I hope that we can work out a bipartisan solution to access to health care for the country."