"I just want to say to the letter carriers who are here, I appreciate what you do every day."
"I agree that it is important to feed hungry children."
"I appreciate the fact that you are working very hard to make sure that the taxpayers' money is spent appropriately."
"I believe that those who break the law should be punished."
"We create a narrative that is stereotypical, that is unfair and inaccurate."
"I must say I am disheartened with the title of this hearing, 'Addressing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Federal Child Nutrition Programs.'"
"Every federal dollar should be spent appropriately, and we should be concerned about correcting any and all errors."
"As we listen to the witnesses this morning, let's not forget the big picture...there are hungry children in America."
"It is clear the Federal Government has failed to meet its obligation to deliver quality education services."
"I certainly do hope that we will be doing that, Mr. Chairman."
"American Indian students need and deserve better."