Bennie Thompson actually said...

"I wholeheartedly agreed with Secretary Napolitano's decision not to continue to deploy SBInet."

"Technology must be both proven and cost-effective if DHS is to avoid repeating past mistakes yet again."

"I am writing to strongly urge you to reconsider holding the narrowly focused and reckless hearings planned by the Committee on Homeland Security."

"we urge that each of you heed our call and the calls of all Americans who share our dual vision of ensuring our security without violating our values."