John Thune actually said...

"An attack on our Nation's surface transportation system could disrupt the timely delivery of goods and significantly weaken our Nation's economy."

"While aviation security gets most of the public's attention, the security of our Nation's surface transportation system must also be a national priority."

"Do your missile defense plans take into account longstanding and possibly present day cooperation and support by Russia and China for Iran's ballistic missile program?"

"The clock is ticking."