Gary Peters actually said...

"the decisionmakers look at the issue related to the health of the Postal Service as opposed to the impact on the local economy, and that the local economy should be factored in more in some of that ap..."

"we appreciate your service and willingness to serve. This is a very difficult position that you will be conducting, but we stand behind you, and we have to figure out ways to make this work."

"I appreciate your efforts, particularly, in Michigan--especially the many trips that you have made to our State."

"You have talked a great deal about how we have to keep robust competition."