Bennie Thompson actually said...

"To that end, how the Department communicates with the public and whether the American people are fully-informed is important."

"This structure runs afoul of the 'One DHS' concept."

"Unfortunately, much like other areas throughout the Department, there is a lack of cohesion between the Department's headquarters-based Public Affairs personnel and public affairs personnel operating ..."

"Unfortunately, the funding for the Homeland Security Grant Program has been reduced significantly under Republican leadership of the House."