"I believe that our technology is the key to the 21st Century and I ask as I proceed with my questions that we continue on that pathway."
"Did we do that in this instance or do we have the kind of expertise? I doubt that."
"If I can put on the record that I would like to get the numbers of the staff and the levels of positions that they hold."
"How do we get the mind-set to be more energetic on really aggressively looking at small businesses?"
"I want the Federal Government to put small contracts forward."
"Thank you very much for your indulgence, Mr. Chairman. To the witnesses, let me thank you very much for what I think is a major component to securing the homeland..."
"I think this series of hearings are both important and relevant in light of the fact of our full understanding that security is holistic, and it requires a seamless interaction between the S&T of the ..."
"I always say this. I think the Chairman has heard me say this, that terrorism is becoming franchised."
"I would argue that DHS needs to be higher because we are not a military, that we buy heavy equipment..."
"That is my point. I thank you for the explanation. But I understood that is what it is."
"So are you saying that DHS is investing adequately in pure R&D?"
"Do you think we can improve the investment in straight R&D in DHS?"