Frank Pallone actually said...

"I never cease to be amazed at how complex an issue this is and it requires balancing various competing values and societal goals."

"Law enforcement has a difficult job of keeping our nation safe, and they are finding that some encrypted devices and programs are hampering their efforts to conduct thorough investigations."

"I welcome the opportunity to hear today from both law enforcement and the tech community as we seek to understand and develop solutions to this encryption debate."

"Encryption enables the privacy and security that we value, but it also creates challenges for those seeking to protect us."