John Thune actually said...

"I do have to say that I think the initial reaction to this, that the system worked, could not have been more wrong."

"the events that resulted in Mr. Abdulmutallab being permitted to fly into the U.S. have sparked a very serious discussion both here in the United States and across the globe when it comes to passenger..."

"This committee intends to continue asking the tough questions to shape the policies that guide transportation security."

"I think Secretary LaHood said it best: both work, and the issue ultimately is a policy one left to the Congress."