Barbara Mikulski actually said...

"Hello to all of our astronauts on Space Shuttle Atlantis. You are taking part in something quite historical, not only have you given the Hubble a new life, but you're going to give the Senate a new le..."

"You've touched our hearts, and you've also made history."

"That's what Hubble and the other science, basic science that we do in this great country is all about."

"Well, listen, Space Shuttle Atlantis, we're having a hard time hearing you."