Patty Murray actually said...

"Well, I am very worried about that and how sequestration is going to impact our veterans, too."

"I would just really encourage you to do that. I think it is really important to be sensitive to that issue going forward."

"I also wanted to thank you for your focus on helping soldiers transition successfully when they leave the Army."

"We need more investments in Washington State, certainly not more cuts, and I just wanted to say I really hope that you will really protect those critical assets."