Roger Wicker actually said...

"I think we're all agreed it's more than language proficiency that is needed; it's understanding that, in some cultures, and some countries, 'I'll think about it,' really means, 'No way.'"

"No. SOCOM is a force provider of SOF in response to requirements forwarded by Commander, CENTCOM. There is now insufficient SOF available to meet the demand."

"Please describe why you view these proposals, specifically the request to 'coordinate on Military DOD and Service personnel management policy and plans' as necessary to the readiness of SOCOM forces."

"Admiral Olson, do you believe the current development and acquisition capacity of SOCOM is adequate to produce large, exceptionally complex platforms, such as a miniature submarine?"