John Hoeven actually said...

"Well, it is a good plan, and I commend you for it. And I want to work hard to help you achieve it on behalf of our airmen and the mission."

"It's amazing to think we've been at war for over a decade--more than one war."

"The work you do to support them is incredibly appreciated, and, of course, tremendously important."

"We need to get that creativity going in the private sector."