John Thune actually said...

"It is essential that USTR have senior-level staff dedicated to combating foreign restrictions and promoting U.S. digital economy and trade interests."

"In my home State of South Dakota, I have constituents who are harnessing Internet-enabled tools to access customers abroad in ways that would have been impossible a decade ago."

"I would ask you to proceed with caution, especially with regard to the agricultural provisions."

"I believe that public-private partnerships between the Department of Transportation, industry, academia, and proving grounds will help ensure continued American leadership in innovation."