“The SBA should be redirected to focus on its core missions of capital ...” — Sam Graves Quote

“The SBA should be redirected to focus on its core missions of capital access, contracting, and counseling, while reducing duplication, overlap, and wasteful spending. Doing so will greatly improve its ability to better advocate for small businesses.”

“The mismanagement of the Small Business Health Options program is very frustrating.”

“There is no doubt that the majority of Kansas Citians are happy with their three-terminal airport. I will advocate in Washington for our city to keep its unique airport as long as we want it.”

“Choose a subject equal to your abilities; think carefully what your shoulders may refuse, and what they are capable of bearing.”

“Charm is the ability to make someone else think that both of you are pretty wonderful.”

“I played to the best of my ability. Played to win and was fortunate enough to have won a Stanley Cup and a couple gold medals and played on some really good teams... I'm not going to look back and say I wish I could have done this or that.”