Gerry Connolly actually said...

"We cannot protect the Federal acquisition process without a good Federal acquisition work force."

"We must maintain a focus on this issue, because whether it is human trafficking or the failure to hold down contract costs, our acquisition personnel are in the front lines on behalf of our constituen..."

"Congressman Connolly's comments resonate so much with us in terms of protecting and strengthening the Federal acquisition work force."

"It is imperative that we maintain competitive compensation packages in the Federal work force."