"I think we all want to see something done to reduce the healthcare costs in this country."
"I'm really glad you did what you did, and I'm glad you've had that result."
"I guarantee that."
"A supplemental PMA, which is required for any change of any kind, is required to be approved by FDA, using the same standards of safety and effectiveness as the original PMA."
"I've had extensive experience with the FDA, and they don't miss much."
"One thing that I think needs to be made clear is that everybody here wants to see people who are injured be fairly compensated when they suffer injuries resulting from another person's negligence."
"I don't think any of us want somebody to be hurt by a medical device, and to not be compensated if it's truly the fault of the company."
"I want to thank Senator Harkin for chairing this hearing in the absence of our esteemed chairman of the committee."
"Now, America leads the world in the development of innovative and life-sustaining medical devices."
"I hope I'm wrong on this count because, quite frankly, I don't believe this legislation will contribute at all to our efforts to make health care more affordable."
"I plan on supporting you. I plan on supporting you with respect."