Edward Markey actually said...

"I think that's important for us to understand that climate change is having an impact on the Coast Guards' ability to do its job."

"Climate change is real. How does that affect the mission of the Coast Guard in the years ahead?"

"Do you believe that the Coast Guard should work with Congress so that there is an ability to properly review these plans to ensure that they are not deficient?"

"There is a responsibility to take action, and I hope we will."