Maria Cantwell actually said...

"We certainly want to see us use these promotions to help meet the agenda that the administration has on doubling the number of exports out of the United States."

"I understand the importance of the product and if I am confirmed, I would be delighted to work with you and explore ways in which we can continue to fill that important gap."

"I am a huge believer in where we are right now in the context of an information age and a lot of products and services, but you have to add capital."

"I think it is an important program, and the tools in it support small business expansion in the international economies."