Gary Peters actually said...

"If confirmed, I will look forward to working closely with you to make sure that the public is heard."

"Well, if confirmed, I look forward to addressing this directly with you on behalf of a number of communities in my state, so I appreciate it."

"Well, given your extensive study--just one final question, Mr. Chairman--what do you believe are the next research steps that we need to take to improve our understanding of the Great Lakes and the de..."

"Our oceans are a bipartisan issue."