Tom Rice actually said...

"I think we have to invest in our infrastructure because American competitiveness, American business, middle-class jobs, and our entire economy are at stake."

"We must always ensure that our military's readiness is not compromised by an inability in Washington to properly set spending priorities."

"I urge the leadership of this Committee to craft a budget that replaces these mindless, across the board cuts with a responsible and balanced alternative."

"It's not the time to retreat and stop investing in American innovation. We need to maintain a competitive advantage now more than ever."