Bennie Thompson actually said...

"As a former volunteer firefighter, I know that operable and interoperable communications are essential to ensuring that first responders can do their jobs safely and effectively."

"I think it is an excellent idea, and we have learned a lot from hearing what Texas has done."

"I want to thank the Chairman for holding this timely hearing on our efforts--both domestic and international--to contain and prevent the spread of the Ebola virus."

"the value of our public health infrastructure and the cost of maintaining it."