"isn't it really--my colleagues need to ask questions and I will call on Senator Barrasso next--isn't it really the case that we are chasing our tails here?"
"Another area is white spaces, opening up broadcast white spaces to fixed wireless and personal portable devices."
"I am here to ask questions in person, and I think it is an important hearing."
"I certainly opposed media consolidation, particularly with cross ownership, and I do not think it is really the way that we are going to save newspapers."
"the Government must make a greater investment in oceans, coastal management and conservation."
"Would that increase be helpful to the project? Undoubtedly."
"Thank you, Dr. Lubchenco. I want to add my thanks to you on the recognition of the Doppler system that is necessary for the West Coast, particularly the Pacific Northwest."
"the blue economy faces an uncertain future due to climate change, pollution, and greater demands for marine resources."
"I just want to make sure that NOAA is committed to funding this program in future years."
"protecting our oceans and coasts is an environmental and economic imperative."
"This is another area that could benefit from enhanced resources."