Bennie Thompson actually said...

"biometric technology holds tremendous promise in enhancing security and efficiency in the aviation environment."

"Data security is another important concern. Frankly, the Federal Government does not have a great track record securing Americans' personal data."

"This is unacceptable. It is not fair to expect certain people in our society to shoulder a disproportionate burden of the technology's shortcoming."

"Government use of biometric and personal identifiable information can be valuable tools only if utilized properly. Unfortunately, this is the second major privacy breach at DHS this year. We must ensu..."