John Thune actually said...

"I feel this is unwise and would have a particularly negative effect on large rural states such as mine."

"this Administration believes that people should have options to get to work, school, the grocery, or the doctor that do not rely solely on driving."

"It is important the positions be filled in a timely manner by qualified nominees who are ready to take on many of the challenges that face our country."

"I am a little concerned we are going to be dealing with it in the surface transportation bill."