"I fully understand why we need to get to the bottom of any existing medical situation that could compromise safe transportation."
"I would suggest that you take a look at his testimony; it is very good."
"Tell me something, why is it that the time required by the Coast Guard to process an application appears to have lengthened?"
"Admiral Cook, I had asked you about some type of timetable to deal with the backlog."
"We expect the Coast Guard to be able to look and see certain things coming."
"How are we coming with regard to training of personnel?"
"I just believe that we can do it."
"I don't want one person losing one hour of work because of something that the Government failed to do."
"I want to thank you, Ranking Member, for your statement, and I certainly join you in your words..."
"I want to hear you say we have resolved the backlog."
"First, principle is at stake. Equality, fair mindedness, and respect for diversity are at the heart of America's identity."