Gerry Connolly actually said...

"I think his questions are quite pertinent on personnel, but I also want to say Mr. Wiedefeld is the first general manager, in my memory, who has had the intentional fortitude to impose discipline."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you for that very thoughtful opening statement."

"Today, we'll examine the shortcomings and benefits of the yearlong WMATA rehabilitation program known as SafeTrack."

"I've got to give Mr. Wiedefeld credit. He's the first general manager, in living memory, to have the willingness to expend political capital to address those issues."