Summer Lee

I am trying to capture the unpredictability of terrorism.

I do believe you did a disservice in the summary and the conclusions that came about.

I believe there can be a balance.

Well, we have established that there is a threat. We established that there is a vulnerability.

What we do have should be secure. But it does not mean that we cannot look in an open-minded manner at how we can restore general aviation in this area.

Is there a plan? When do you intend to issue it?

You have destroyed the entire industry in the Nation's capitol.

To me, it looks as if you made complete light of some very real and serious issues. I am just appalled.

So, can I ask you the question again? Is perceived threat the basis upon which we make a report that, in essence, deadens our ears, deadens our sensitivities to being more secure or being more responsible about security in general aviation?

In terms of its vulnerabilities.

You are also aware of the inspector general's report that was dated May 2009.

I assume now we can go forward unshackled by any thought that the Congress and/or the administration has any interest in undermining the 1.3 million jobs and not recognizing the vital economic role and the important role that general…

I would ask unanimous consent to submit that in the record.

I welcome and appreciate the committee's active engagement with this program, and look forward to continuing our cooperation as we move forward together.

The Chairwoman now recognizes the Ranking Member, the gentleman from Pennsylvania, Mr. Dent, for an opening statement.

Do you need more funding?

I think it is important to get all of the different deficits, the loss of revenue issues that are very important to our minority radio stations.

I do believe that we have a mixture of a fix or collaboration.

If the situation continues, I think legislation will be necessary.

I think Mr. Gutierrez has been mentioned several times. He was eloquent in terms of how different communities respond to some of the preciseness that you need.

I hope that those who have had an extended visit with us today realize that we are serious about the multiple issues that are before us.

How much money do we need to just reinforce? How much money is less on the table for American artists?

And so if you are restrained in this present structure, then we need to unrestrain you.

Can we all get along? I think Rodney King offered that suggestion some time ago.

I want to offer my appreciation for having the opportunity to use the legislative process and the, I think, intentions of the founding fathers that we come to this place to solve problems.