Alma Adams actually said...

"In closing, Mr. Chair, I want to thank you and the committee again for the opportunity to advocate for my constituents."

"Unfortunately, our transportation infrastructure has not kept pace with our rapid growth."

"I think that when it comes to law enforcement, there is absolutely a role that they play, an important role, in keeping us all safe from domestic and sexual violence, but it's everyone's issue."

"African-American women experience intimate partner violence at a rate of about 35 percent higher than their white counterparts."