Marcia Fudge actually said...

"I believe we cannot jeopardize the safety and security of the flying public or the future of the American economy in the process."

"I am convinced cutting these programs now would present major concerns for aviation safety in the coming years and push our aviation industry backwards instead of moving us forward."

"I think you do have to have the will."

"I think almost every one of you except maybe one used the word 'failure' for traditional public schools."