Bennie Thompson actually said...

"Collective bargaining does not diminish our security. Collective bargaining can improve workforce morale and productivity."

"Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter."

"The intent is to deter terrorists and if it doesn't deter, then to catch them because we haven't had any actual terrorist try to get on a flight here in the United States."

"It is imperative that the Department take seriously each and every allegation of employee misconduct."