02/11/2013
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"I think it was a big mistake. I am very sorry that the Stimulus Bill, which I think got off track, only put 4 percent into transportation and did not even deal with the rescission."
"I agree with Senator Kyl, we are fortunate that the President has chosen to nominate Victor Mendez to this position."
"One of the things that I would ask you, and I ask everyone that is nominated, would you commit to responding to the minority side the same as you would respond to any request that comes from the major..."
"In light of the obligation under international law for all ships to aid mariners in distress, we would expect other navies to assist U.S. flagged ships and we have seen that occur, most recently with ..."