Sam Graves actually said...

"I think we took a giant leap backwards in terms of promoting aviation in this country."

"Congress must appropriate sufficient funding to ensure the integrity of Federal and non-Federal levees."

"We applaud the efforts of Chairman Graves, Congressman Luetkemeyer and other members of the Missouri Congressional delegation for leading efforts to defund these programs."

"When you say we do the minimum amount required to comply, who makes that decision on what is the minimum amount?"