John Hoeven actually said...

"Thank you for what you are doing out there for our kids."

"I think any time we can empower somebody like you out there, we ought to do it, rather than tell you exactly what you have to do."

"I think people are smart and capable and you have got to trust them and give them some flexibility."

"It is just on in terms of any of the reforms as far as the food service programs, streamlining the programs."