Jon Tester actually said...

"The Marine Corps remains postured and prepared to serve as the Nation's crisis response force."

"I think, making sure we are getting the biggest bang for the buck, by getting folks to have competitive contracts, and getting these out on time is also very important."

"the Marine Corps wouldn't be where it is today without your leadership."

"I look forward to working with all three of you, as do Senator Collins, to make sure that when this budget hits the ground, we all know what is in it, and we all know what to expect the results of it ..."