Barbara Mikulski: “One, we really need this link to VA. I know the chairman is so committed also to veterans' healthcare.”

We especially thank Senate Appropriations Chairman Thad Cochran and Vice-Chairwoman Barbara Mikulski for their unwavering support for the NIH.

It will be a proud day for our country when every girl who visits the National Mall is able to see herself represented amongst the giants of our national story.

First of all, thank you, to the Senator. I, in no way, want to impede this conversation. I didn't realize that you had asked for 45 minutes, and I really found these comments by the supporters of the bill really quite instructive, and I…

When constituents come to you, make sure you do not promise results but promise best efforts, that you'll give it your best.