Tom Udall actually said...

"I just wanted to give you an example of why this is important, and it may be an example you can use later to make the point."

"Our communications networks make us strong. They strengthen our economy, they give rise to information age opportunity, and they support public safety."

"I'd like to see rural areas that have not always benefited from the latest communications networks finally leapfrog ahead as technology advances."

"We share your desire to see these implemented successfully."