Katherine Clark actually said...

"I had a brief question for Dr. Sharpless about NCI. I just wanted see if he can review for us why the National Cancer Institute needs more funding while we are seeing a decline in grants being awarded..."

"I share the enthusiasm over having this incredible group of panelists here today."

"I have heard some concerns that a new agency may diminish your base funding."

"Thank you so much, Chairwoman DeLauro, Ranking Member Cole, and members of the subcommittee."