"The fact that our Active component and Reserve components... are training together, planning together, working together, and some day will be flowing together."
"I am concerned about both the Guard and Reserves, but in the full time services."
"I am disappointed that you chose not to make any mention of this issue in your written testimony."
"I have always felt that, if you strike a deal with them, they keep their word and we keep ours."
"The last thing I would ask, about the Farm-to-School program, this has had enormous success. I take some credit for getting that program through originally."
"We need to make investments, so we actually do right by all and feed everyone. It has to be more than a slogan."
"The Senators I have talked with and House Members have talked with in both parties are not eager to see any rescissions."
"Would you please help get this funding out the door as quickly as possible to help support these Farm-to-School programs around the country?"
"How will you work with me and the state of Vermont to resolve this issue and ensure that Vermont can continue its successful CREP partnership with the USDA in order to meet the state's ambitious water..."
"Well, I agree with you, and I must say I'm delighted to hear you say that as one who voted for your confirmation."
"Will you ensure that both rural and urban see across-the-board increase in infrastructure investment?"