I think that we should be able to agree on that whole notion of disclosure.

Everybody that I have heard make a statement or comment, every reviewing body that has had an opinion, have suggested that obviously there was some behavior on the part of senior level IRS staff that was unwarranted, unacceptable…

The American people should not be afraid of the IRS.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today in opposition to the Patients' Rights Repeal Act. Rather than more rhetoric, I challenge my Republican colleagues to explain to the American people why we should take away the benefits and protections that…

The sooner the cleanup can take place the better. The less obstacles that are placed in front of the EPA, the sooner we can move forward.

The suggestion that sunlight is said to be the best of disinfectants, electric light the most efficient policeman.

This subcommittee must ensure that our Federal agencies have the capacity to root out fraud where the problems are so clear.

Seniors represent the fastest growing segment of our population.

I really thank the chairman so much for having this hearing.

Madam Speaker, are you kidding me? Taking food out of the mouths of hungry children--is that the reason that any of us would come to Congress? But that is exactly what the farm bill that's being considered today does. It takes food out of…

the thing that is hard about a bunch of these different scams is that often there is a legitimate offering.

I mean, you get this huge pile, you have got, like, an hour for the closing, and it is flipping through.

We don't all often feel better because a piece of paper has been added to the stack.

Let me just say because it is interesting that the gentleman who was actually protected at the bank went away mad.

I am incredibly concerned about the negative consequences associated with some of those products and services.

We know that tens of thousands of people are being killed with artillery and mortars, and that the humanitarian crisis and the slaughter that's taking place by itself is sufficient to prompt strong international action.

This is going to require a sustained effort over a long period of time.

I am thrilled that Ernie is joining my team.