Paul Tonko actually said...

"I've continued to advocate for strong scientific integrity standards and protections at our Federal agencies through my Scientific Integrity Act."

"As an engineer, I've always looked to science to inform the work that I do and to shape our choices as policymakers and public servants."

"It is concerning that we have seen a few unfortunate instances where political officials intervened with NOAA's scientific authority."

"It is clear our country is on the--is called upon to meet the challenges of an innovation economy, to win a global race in that innovation economy."