"Which is the quote that I gave from the Commerce Secretary, that unless you have all the local stakeholders together, a marine sanctuary is not likely to be successful."
"Sanctuaries are very dear and near to my heart as well as to Michigan's economy."
"This is not about railroading folks. It's about trying to bring everybody together."
"There has been a steady increase in our area of new businesses. Even where I live, 40 miles north of Alpena in the expanded area, empty storefront buildings are being occupied with new businesses, and..."
"There are many values that the Sanctuaries Program has but to me it is that it is truly America at its best, government for the people and 'BY' the people."
"National Marine Sanctuaries provide recognition and bring international attention for the historic and unique resources that comprise U.S. marine heritage."
"The Sanctuaries program is not a top down but a bottom up program which is designed by the collective concerns that the people of the affected area feel are worth preserving for the common good."
"I fail to understand how 'conservatives' think that exploitation of resources is going to 'Make America Great Again' if we have nothing left."
"I'd like to hear from you, if confirmed, would you ensure that the TSA does its part to help airports with security infrastructure projects?"
"Cyber is the most significant national security risk that we face."
"Perhaps the most transformative new technology that is coming down the pike..."