Tom Udall actually said...

"I think you understand this very well."

"Will you commit to ensuring DOE does not repeat these mistakes again and expose workers to unsafe situations as well as radioactivity?"

"I am hopeful that a constructive dialogue over the State of New Mexico's fines for the Department can continue along that line."

"I think it is very important that we see it be reopened safely, and I underline the 'safely.'"